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SWK 508 - Diagnostic Process: a Strength-Based Social Work Perspective

Examines mental health challenges from an integrative, recovery-oriented and ecological perspective. Gives Foundation level graduate social work students an understanding of the major mental health challenges for children, adolescents, adults and older adults. Includes content on both the use of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual V (DSM V) and strengths-based understanding and assessment of mental health challenges. Stresses the interaction of biological, social, cultural, spiritual, political and environmental factors in order to accurately understand the presenting challenges. Prerequisite: SWK 506 or experience in a mental health related setting. Open to students in the MSW program; open to students in other programs with permission of the MSW Program Director.

Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: SWK 506, human development, or experience in a mental health related setting. Open to students in the MSW program; open to students in other programs with permission of the MSW Program Director. Term cycle: spring and summer. Yearly cycle: all years.

Credits: 3


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