Mental Health and Psychopathology

Catalog description

During this course students examine mental health and psychopathology across the lifespan from a social work perspective. Students study the history of mental illness and prevalent disorders in the field. Applications for clinical practice emphasize assessing and diagnosing mental disorders based on the most current edition of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual (DSM). Students engage in analysis and synthesis of social work theories and ethics in relation to treatment options and best practices. Collaboration with interdisciplinary treatment teams is explored. Prerequisite: Completion of all required 500-level courses or admission to Advanced Standing program