Adv Behavioral Hlth Sem II

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(Only for students enrolled at the Manhattan campus) This course presents the BIHN-psychosocial approach to human development, and the context for thinking about disorders of emotion and behavior that appear and play a role in outcomes across medical conditions and settings. Students are exposed to basic human behavior, major mental illnesses, psychological development, personality functioning, and cultural/social factors that may influence disease processes. The seminar provides a basic framework for understanding the assessment and treatment of common psychiatric disorders seen in general medical practices, and an understanding of when specialized consultation with behavioral health specialists is needed. Emphasis is placed on the application of new medical knowledge to clinical situations, diagnostic problem-solving, development of a clinical formulation, and differential diagnoses. Students refine their ability to reason independently in developing treatment and management plans for various patient presentations.