Understanding Mental Health
An introduction to the concept of mental health and how it changes over time. Students will examine the social and cultural variations in defining psychological problems.
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An introduction to the concept of mental health and how it changes over time. Students will examine the social and cultural variations in defining psychological problems.
Key Questions
- How do we define mental health?
- How have societal views on mental illness changed?
- What is the impact of stigma on individuals?
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