PSY 202 21 - Dev Disabilities/Psychosocial Rehab

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Dev Disabilities/Psychosocial Rehab (PSY 202)

Term: 2014-2015 Fall Semester

Schedule

Thu, 6:00 PM - 8:55 PM (9/2/2014 - 12/20/2014) Location: CMCC JAL 417

Description

PSY 202 Developmental Disabilities and
Psychosocial Rehabilitation
3 Credits (3 Lecture 0 Lab 0 Shop)
3 Hrs/Wk (3 Hrs. Lecture) *15 wks
This course will present an overview of current theoretical and philosophical perspectives relating to the day-to-day problems of those with mental, physical and developmental disabilities including mental retardation, autism, cerebral palsy, epilepsy, TBI and other nervous symptom disorders. The rehabilitation process will be examined, including the history and background, legislation, basic principles, and philosophy. Also considered are the steps in the rehabilitation process, historical attitudes toward people with disabilities, the medical model and independent living programs. Course content and activities will enable students to recognize ways in which disability affects individuals as members of families, groups, organizations, and communities. Course focus will also be on exploring techniques used in various life stages and reviewing innov