Understanding Mental Health: Theories and Practice
Issued by
Griffith University
Earners have examined a variety of cultural, social and philosophical perspectives about mental health and mental illness. Earners have a foundation in mental health policy, service delivery and theoretical frameworks that are underpinned by empathy. Earners can formulate proactive responses to contemporary challenges in mental health practice, including the influence of labelling and diagnosing mental health problems and the impact it can have on people diagnosed with psychiatric illnesses.
Additional DetailsEarning Criteria
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Earners have articulated the impact of theoretical and policy frameworks on the experience of people with mental illness.
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Earners have interpreted psychiatric diagnoses from the perspective of mental health workers, consumers and carers.
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Earners have engaged in reflective and ethical decision making in complex mental health policy and practice areas.
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Earners have critiqued various Biomedical, Psychological and Social frameworks of viewing mental health and apply these theoretical constructs to improve professional practice and service delivery.
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Earners have integrated interprofessional responses to contemporary mental health practice challenges with own mental health practice framework.
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Earners have successfully participated in a guided discussion with peers.
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Earners have successfully completed a Research-based Assignment.
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Earners have successfully delivered a presentation.