Behavioral Science in Medicine Credits: 5

Catalog description

Teaches the basic taxonomy, assessment methods and treatment interventions of chemical dependence and major psychiatric disorders. Serves as preparation for the psychiatry rotation. Examines relevant ethical issues commonly faced in current medical practice. Utilizes case studies and a problem-centered approach in addition to clinical experience including home health care visits, supervised interviewing, and time on an inpatient chemical dependency unit. Challenges the student to achieve an integrated theoretical understanding of various approaches in behavioral sciences as a background for meeting patients needs. Teaches communication skills including education of older patients.