SOWK 583 Topics in Geriatric Mental Health

Course examines common mental health issues experienced by older adults. Issues covered will vary from quarter to quarter on topics such as dementia, depression, anxiety, substance abuse, loss, psychopharmacology, and physical illness that causes decline in mental functioning. Biopsychosocial assessment and effective treatments will be addressed along with the role of social support and implications for caretaking. May be repeated for credit when topics vary.

Credits

2; 6

Distribution

School of Social Work