This course provides students with an introductory overview of how mental health and substance misuse uniquely affect older persons. Students critically examine historical and contemporary theoretical perspectives on mental health conditions and treatment methods, and prevention strategies for a variety of mental health conditions and substance misuse among older adults; as well as current social, political, and legal needs and priorities. They explore the signs, treatment methods, and prevention strategies for a variety of mental health conditions and substance misuse issues seen in older adult populations. The provincial and local services and resources available to individuals seeking support will be identified. Throughout the course, students are required to reflect on their values and beliefs may potentially influence their social service practice.
Registration in this course is restricted to students admitted to the Diploma in Gerontology and Certificate in Social Service Worker (Gerontology).
Prerequisite(s): A minimum "C-" grade in GERO 1100; or permission of the program coordinator.
Credits:
3.0
Additional Fees:
None
Repeat Limit:
2
Lecture Hours:
4.0
Seminar Hours:
0.0
Lab Hours:
0.0
Offered online:
False
Course outline(s):
None
| 2AR | 2SC | HUM | LSC | SCI | SOC | UT |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| True | False | False | False | False | True | True |
| Course | Destination | Credit | Start/End |
|---|---|---|---|
| GERO 2100 | DOUG | No credit | 20190901 to Present |
| GERO 2100 | UNBC | UNBC HHSC 2XX (3) | 20200901 to Present |
| GERO 2100 | UVIC | UVIC SOSC 2XX (1.5) | 20200901 to Present |
| GERO 2100 | VIU | VIU HLTH 2nd (3) | 20190901 to Present |
No inactive transfer agreements found.
No offerings found for this semester (2024 30).
| Semester | Seats | Waitlist | Days | Time | Room | Type | Instructor |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 10 | 16 | N/A | ----F-- | 0930-1220 | B022 | Lecture | Jeffrey Walsh |
| 2023 10 | 13 | N/A | ----F-- | 1330-1620 | B026 | Lecture | Timothy Dueck |
| 2020 30 | 25 | N/A | ----F-- | 1330-1620 | WWW | WWW | Timothy Dueck |
| 2019 30 | 25 | N/A | ----F-- | 1330-1620 | B023 | Lecture | Hilary Campbell |