Mental Health History and Treatment
Explore the evolution of mental health care in the US, including diagnosis, treatment approaches, and societal impacts on care delivery.
Explore the evolution of mental health care in the US, including diagnosis, treatment approaches, and societal impacts on care delivery.
This comprehensive course examines the historical development and current state of mental health treatment in the United States. Students learn about mental health disorders, treatment approaches, and the societal factors affecting care access and delivery. The curriculum emphasizes trauma-informed, culturally sensitive approaches while addressing critical issues like deinstitutionalization, stigma, and the criminalization of mental health. The course promotes understanding of diverse populations' needs and challenges in accessing mental health services.
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What you'll learn
Understand the history and evolution of mental health services
Analyze social economic and environmental factors in mental health care
Recognize symptoms and impact of mental health disorders
Evaluate cultural considerations in mental health treatment
Develop awareness of personal biases in mental health care
Skills you'll gain
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There are 6 modules in this course
This course provides a comprehensive overview of mental health services in the United States, covering historical developments, current treatment approaches, and social justice considerations. Topics include deinstitutionalization, diagnosis of mental health disorders, societal stigma, and cultural considerations in treatment. The curriculum emphasizes understanding diverse populations and the social determinants affecting mental health care access and outcomes.
Introduction to Mental Health
Module 1
Policies and Deinstitutionalization
Module 2
Societal Views and Criminalization
Module 3
Etiology, Diagnosis, Co-Occurring Disorders
Module 4
Social Determinants and Mental Health Across the Life Span
Module 5
Indigenous Mental Health & Cultural Considerations
Module 6
Fee Structure
Instructor
4 Courses
A Dedicated Leader in Clinical Social Work and Mental Health Education
Christina Ireton serves as Clinical Associate Professor and Field Director in the Department of Social Work at the University of Alaska Fairbanks, while maintaining her role as owner of Mama Bear Clinical Services, LLC. After earning her MSW and becoming a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), she has built a career spanning over 12 years working with vulnerable populations, including victims of violence, individuals with disabilities, and those facing mental health challenges. As Field Director at UAF's Social Work Department, she plays a crucial role in preparing the next generation of social workers while maintaining an active private practice. Her office in Gruening Building 614A serves as a base for her academic work, where she contributes to the development of social work education programs while continuing to serve the community through her clinical practice.
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