| source University of Auckland (X) |
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department Population Health Practice (X) |
Critical analysis of patient-centred approaches to communication with a strong practical emphasis. Topics will reflect the learning needs of the participants as located within their own area of clinical practice, and may include: communication within family systems; preparing for and managing challenging and/or difficult communication situations, including the giving of bad news; appropriate communication styles, including assertiveness and managing conflict. The role of self in the therapeutic relationship will be explored.
Score: 11.45458 Details | Listing | Web page
Critical analysis of patient-centred approaches to communication with a strong practical emphasis. Topics will reflect the learning needs of the participants as located within their own area of clinical practice, and may include: communication within family systems; preparing for and managing challenging and/or difficult communication situations, including the giving of bad news; appropriate communication styles, including assertiveness and managing conflict. The role of self in the therapeutic relationship will be explored. Provides an overview of the recognition and primary care management of adult mental health. A clinically focused course for primary care practitioners. The content covers high prevalence conditions (depression, anxiety, adjustment disorders) along with assessment and treatment options. Long term conditions - bipolar affective disorder and schizophrenia - are discussed. Topics include recovery, cultural approaches, resilience, psychosomatic interface, stigma, CBT techniques for depression, insomnia, and alcohol and drugs.
Score: 11.45458 Details | Listing | Web page
Critical analysis of patient-centred approaches to communication with a strong practical emphasis. Topics will reflect the learning needs of the participants as located within their own area of clinical practice, and may include: communication within family systems; preparing for and managing challenging and/or difficult communication situations, including the giving of bad news; appropriate communication styles, including assertiveness and managing conflict. The role of self in the therapeutic relationship will be explored. Provides an overview of the recognition and primary care management of adult mental health. A clinically focused course for primary care practitioners. The content covers high prevalence conditions (depression, anxiety, adjustment disorders) along with assessment and treatment options. Long term conditions - bipolar affective disorder and schizophrenia - are discussed. Topics include recovery, cultural approaches, resilience, psychosomatic interface, stigma, CBT techniques for depression, insomnia, and alcohol and drugs. Common mental illnesses that present in Primary Care. Topics include: Child and Adolescent Mental Health (depression, risk assessment, panic disorder, substance use, eating disorders, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, families, behavioural problems, pain and somatic problems), mental health in older adults (depression, dementia, legal and ethical issues), chronic conditions (screening issues, physical and mental illness, common problems in Primary Care). This course has a clinical and practical focus.
Score: 11.45458 Details | Listing | Web page
Critical analysis of patient-centred approaches to communication with a strong practical emphasis. Topics will reflect the learning needs of the participants as located within their own area of clinical practice, and may include: communication within family systems; preparing for and managing challenging and/or difficult communication situations, including the giving of bad news; appropriate communication styles, including assertiveness and managing conflict. The role of self in the therapeutic relationship will be explored. Provides an overview of the recognition and primary care management of adult mental health. A clinically focused course for primary care practitioners. The content covers high prevalence conditions (depression, anxiety, adjustment disorders) along with assessment and treatment options. Long term conditions - bipolar affective disorder and schizophrenia - are discussed. Topics include recovery, cultural approaches, resilience, psychosomatic interface, stigma, CBT techniques for depression, insomnia, and alcohol and drugs. Common mental illnesses that present in Primary Care. Topics include: Child and Adolescent Mental Health (depression, risk assessment, panic disorder, substance use, eating disorders, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, families, behavioural problems, pain and somatic problems), mental health in older adults (depression, dementia, legal and ethical issues), chronic conditions (screening issues, physical and mental illness, common problems in Primary Care). This course has a clinical and practical focus. The design of appropriate interventions in the community and a variety of applied contexts (eg, in-patient units, community support services or schools) using mental health development principles such as the recovery approach, empowerment, resiliency and cultural development.
Score: 11.45458 Details | Listing | Web page
Critical analysis of patient-centred approaches to communication with a strong practical emphasis. Topics will reflect the learning needs of the participants as located within their own area of clinical practice, and may include: communication within family systems; preparing for and managing challenging and/or difficult communication situations, including the giving of bad news; appropriate communication styles, including assertiveness and managing conflict. The role of self in the therapeutic relationship will be explored. Provides an overview of the recognition and primary care management of adult mental health. A clinically focused course for primary care practitioners. The content covers high prevalence conditions (depression, anxiety, adjustment disorders) along with assessment and treatment options. Long term conditions - bipolar affective disorder and schizophrenia - are discussed. Topics include recovery, cultural approaches, resilience, psychosomatic interface, stigma, CBT techniques for depression, insomnia, and alcohol and drugs. Common mental illnesses that present in Primary Care. Topics include: Child and Adolescent Mental Health (depression, risk assessment, panic disorder, substance use, eating disorders, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, families, behavioural problems, pain and somatic problems), mental health in older adults (depression, dementia, legal and ethical issues), chronic conditions (screening issues, physical and mental illness, common problems in Primary Care). This course has a clinical and practical focus. The design of appropriate interventions in the community and a variety of applied contexts (eg, in-patient units, community support services or schools) using mental health development principles such as the recovery approach, empowerment, resiliency and cultural development. The theory, research and practice regarding counselling and psycho-therapeutic approaches used in mental health and addiction service contexts. Approaches will be critically examined in terms of history, theory, social context and trends in research. Particular attention will focus on counselling methods currently in use within services.
Score: 11.45458 Details | Listing | Web page
Critical analysis of patient-centred approaches to communication with a strong practical emphasis. Topics will reflect the learning needs of the participants as located within their own area of clinical practice, and may include: communication within family systems; preparing for and managing challenging and/or difficult communication situations, including the giving of bad news; appropriate communication styles, including assertiveness and managing conflict. The role of self in the therapeutic relationship will be explored. Provides an overview of the recognition and primary care management of adult mental health. A clinically focused course for primary care practitioners. The content covers high prevalence conditions (depression, anxiety, adjustment disorders) along with assessment and treatment options. Long term conditions - bipolar affective disorder and schizophrenia - are discussed. Topics include recovery, cultural approaches, resilience, psychosomatic interface, stigma, CBT techniques for depression, insomnia, and alcohol and drugs. Common mental illnesses that present in Primary Care. Topics include: Child and Adolescent Mental Health (depression, risk assessment, panic disorder, substance use, eating disorders, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, families, behavioural problems, pain and somatic problems), mental health in older adults (depression, dementia, legal and ethical issues), chronic conditions (screening issues, physical and mental illness, common problems in Primary Care). This course has a clinical and practical focus. The design of appropriate interventions in the community and a variety of applied contexts (eg, in-patient units, community support services or schools) using mental health development principles such as the recovery approach, empowerment, resiliency and cultural development. The theory, research and practice regarding counselling and psycho-therapeutic approaches used in mental health and addiction service contexts. Approaches will be critically examined in terms of history, theory, social context and trends in research. Particular attention will focus on counselling methods currently in use within services. Aims to provide students with understanding and competency in assessment and intervention work with alcohol and drug affected clients. It is divided into a series of training modules focusing on comprehensive assessment, effective clinical interventions, drug specific interventions and approaches within families and communities. It will involve regular case-based supervision.
Score: 11.45458 Details | Listing | Web page
Critical analysis of patient-centred approaches to communication with a strong practical emphasis. Topics will reflect the learning needs of the participants as located within their own area of clinical practice, and may include: communication within family systems; preparing for and managing challenging and/or difficult communication situations, including the giving of bad news; appropriate communication styles, including assertiveness and managing conflict. The role of self in the therapeutic relationship will be explored. Provides an overview of the recognition and primary care management of adult mental health. A clinically focused course for primary care practitioners. The content covers high prevalence conditions (depression, anxiety, adjustment disorders) along with assessment and treatment options. Long term conditions - bipolar affective disorder and schizophrenia - are discussed. Topics include recovery, cultural approaches, resilience, psychosomatic interface, stigma, CBT techniques for depression, insomnia, and alcohol and drugs. Common mental illnesses that present in Primary Care. Topics include: Child and Adolescent Mental Health (depression, risk assessment, panic disorder, substance use, eating disorders, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, families, behavioural problems, pain and somatic problems), mental health in older adults (depression, dementia, legal and ethical issues), chronic conditions (screening issues, physical and mental illness, common problems in Primary Care). This course has a clinical and practical focus. The design of appropriate interventions in the community and a variety of applied contexts (eg, in-patient units, community support services or schools) using mental health development principles such as the recovery approach, empowerment, resiliency and cultural development. The theory, research and practice regarding counselling and psycho-therapeutic approaches used in mental health and addiction service contexts. Approaches will be critically examined in terms of history, theory, social context and trends in research. Particular attention will focus on counselling methods currently in use within services. Aims to provide students with understanding and competency in assessment and intervention work with alcohol and drug affected clients. It is divided into a series of training modules focusing on comprehensive assessment, effective clinical interventions, drug specific interventions and approaches within families and communities. It will involve regular case-based supervision. Provides an overview of gambling in New Zealand with an emphasis on historical, social, psychological and public health perspectives. It examines the emergence of harm from gambling and reviews research and theory as applied in services at the level of prevention, intervention and treatment.
Score: 11.45458 Details | Listing | Web page
Critical analysis of patient-centred approaches to communication with a strong practical emphasis. Topics will reflect the learning needs of the participants as located within their own area of clinical practice, and may include: communication within family systems; preparing for and managing challenging and/or difficult communication situations, including the giving of bad news; appropriate communication styles, including assertiveness and managing conflict. The role of self in the therapeutic relationship will be explored. Provides an overview of the recognition and primary care management of adult mental health. A clinically focused course for primary care practitioners. The content covers high prevalence conditions (depression, anxiety, adjustment disorders) along with assessment and treatment options. Long term conditions - bipolar affective disorder and schizophrenia - are discussed. Topics include recovery, cultural approaches, resilience, psychosomatic interface, stigma, CBT techniques for depression, insomnia, and alcohol and drugs. Common mental illnesses that present in Primary Care. Topics include: Child and Adolescent Mental Health (depression, risk assessment, panic disorder, substance use, eating disorders, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, families, behavioural problems, pain and somatic problems), mental health in older adults (depression, dementia, legal and ethical issues), chronic conditions (screening issues, physical and mental illness, common problems in Primary Care). This course has a clinical and practical focus. The design of appropriate interventions in the community and a variety of applied contexts (eg, in-patient units, community support services or schools) using mental health development principles such as the recovery approach, empowerment, resiliency and cultural development. The theory, research and practice regarding counselling and psycho-therapeutic approaches used in mental health and addiction service contexts. Approaches will be critically examined in terms of history, theory, social context and trends in research. Particular attention will focus on counselling methods currently in use within services. Aims to provide students with understanding and competency in assessment and intervention work with alcohol and drug affected clients. It is divided into a series of training modules focusing on comprehensive assessment, effective clinical interventions, drug specific interventions and approaches within families and communities. It will involve regular case-based supervision. Provides an overview of gambling in New Zealand with an emphasis on historical, social, psychological and public health perspectives. It examines the emergence of harm from gambling and reviews research and theory as applied in services at the level of prevention, intervention and treatment. Theoretical and practical principles of health promotion processes, combined with practical experience, in the context of relevant organisations, community groups and research projects. Students are expected to find their own placement for the practicum.
Score: 11.45458 Details | Listing | Web page
Critical analysis of patient-centred approaches to communication with a strong practical emphasis. Topics will reflect the learning needs of the participants as located within their own area of clinical practice, and may include: communication within family systems; preparing for and managing challenging and/or difficult communication situations, including the giving of bad news; appropriate communication styles, including assertiveness and managing conflict. The role of self in the therapeutic relationship will be explored. Provides an overview of the recognition and primary care management of adult mental health. A clinically focused course for primary care practitioners. The content covers high prevalence conditions (depression, anxiety, adjustment disorders) along with assessment and treatment options. Long term conditions - bipolar affective disorder and schizophrenia - are discussed. Topics include recovery, cultural approaches, resilience, psychosomatic interface, stigma, CBT techniques for depression, insomnia, and alcohol and drugs. Common mental illnesses that present in Primary Care. Topics include: Child and Adolescent Mental Health (depression, risk assessment, panic disorder, substance use, eating disorders, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, families, behavioural problems, pain and somatic problems), mental health in older adults (depression, dementia, legal and ethical issues), chronic conditions (screening issues, physical and mental illness, common problems in Primary Care). This course has a clinical and practical focus. The design of appropriate interventions in the community and a variety of applied contexts (eg, in-patient units, community support services or schools) using mental health development principles such as the recovery approach, empowerment, resiliency and cultural development. The theory, research and practice regarding counselling and psycho-therapeutic approaches used in mental health and addiction service contexts. Approaches will be critically examined in terms of history, theory, social context and trends in research. Particular attention will focus on counselling methods currently in use within services. Aims to provide students with understanding and competency in assessment and intervention work with alcohol and drug affected clients. It is divided into a series of training modules focusing on comprehensive assessment, effective clinical interventions, drug specific interventions and approaches within families and communities. It will involve regular case-based supervision. Provides an overview of gambling in New Zealand with an emphasis on historical, social, psychological and public health perspectives. It examines the emergence of harm from gambling and reviews research and theory as applied in services at the level of prevention, intervention and treatment. Theoretical and practical principles of health promotion processes, combined with practical experience, in the context of relevant organisations, community groups and research projects. Students are expected to find their own placement for the practicum. Allows supervised experience for students in a Pacific-specific service. A course of study relevant to the area of placement will be prescribed.
Score: 11.45458 Details | Listing | Web page
Critical analysis of patient-centred approaches to communication with a strong practical emphasis. Topics will reflect the learning needs of the participants as located within their own area of clinical practice, and may include: communication within family systems; preparing for and managing challenging and/or difficult communication situations, including the giving of bad news; appropriate communication styles, including assertiveness and managing conflict. The role of self in the therapeutic relationship will be explored. Provides an overview of the recognition and primary care management of adult mental health. A clinically focused course for primary care practitioners. The content covers high prevalence conditions (depression, anxiety, adjustment disorders) along with assessment and treatment options. Long term conditions - bipolar affective disorder and schizophrenia - are discussed. Topics include recovery, cultural approaches, resilience, psychosomatic interface, stigma, CBT techniques for depression, insomnia, and alcohol and drugs. Common mental illnesses that present in Primary Care. Topics include: Child and Adolescent Mental Health (depression, risk assessment, panic disorder, substance use, eating disorders, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, families, behavioural problems, pain and somatic problems), mental health in older adults (depression, dementia, legal and ethical issues), chronic conditions (screening issues, physical and mental illness, common problems in Primary Care). This course has a clinical and practical focus. The design of appropriate interventions in the community and a variety of applied contexts (eg, in-patient units, community support services or schools) using mental health development principles such as the recovery approach, empowerment, resiliency and cultural development. The theory, research and practice regarding counselling and psycho-therapeutic approaches used in mental health and addiction service contexts. Approaches will be critically examined in terms of history, theory, social context and trends in research. Particular attention will focus on counselling methods currently in use within services. Aims to provide students with understanding and competency in assessment and intervention work with alcohol and drug affected clients. It is divided into a series of training modules focusing on comprehensive assessment, effective clinical interventions, drug specific interventions and approaches within families and communities. It will involve regular case-based supervision. Provides an overview of gambling in New Zealand with an emphasis on historical, social, psychological and public health perspectives. It examines the emergence of harm from gambling and reviews research and theory as applied in services at the level of prevention, intervention and treatment. Theoretical and practical principles of health promotion processes, combined with practical experience, in the context of relevant organisations, community groups and research projects. Students are expected to find their own placement for the practicum. Allows supervised experience for students in a Pacific-specific service. A course of study relevant to the area of placement will be prescribed. Focuses on the planning and development of interventions aimed at addressing lifestyle issues such as alcohol and other dangerous consumptions, obesity, lack of exercise and mental trauma. Students synthesise strategies from published literature and adapt them pragmatically for application in local contexts. Interventions will include those occurring in communities, primary and mental health care settings, hospitals, workplaces, and educational institutions.
Score: 11.45458 Details | Listing | Web page
Critical analysis of patient-centred approaches to communication with a strong practical emphasis. Topics will reflect the learning needs of the participants as located within their own area of clinical practice, and may include: communication within family systems; preparing for and managing challenging and/or difficult communication situations, including the giving of bad news; appropriate communication styles, including assertiveness and managing conflict. The role of self in the therapeutic relationship will be explored. Provides an overview of the recognition and primary care management of adult mental health. A clinically focused course for primary care practitioners. The content covers high prevalence conditions (depression, anxiety, adjustment disorders) along with assessment and treatment options. Long term conditions - bipolar affective disorder and schizophrenia - are discussed. Topics include recovery, cultural approaches, resilience, psychosomatic interface, stigma, CBT techniques for depression, insomnia, and alcohol and drugs. Common mental illnesses that present in Primary Care. Topics include: Child and Adolescent Mental Health (depression, risk assessment, panic disorder, substance use, eating disorders, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, families, behavioural problems, pain and somatic problems), mental health in older adults (depression, dementia, legal and ethical issues), chronic conditions (screening issues, physical and mental illness, common problems in Primary Care). This course has a clinical and practical focus. The design of appropriate interventions in the community and a variety of applied contexts (eg, in-patient units, community support services or schools) using mental health development principles such as the recovery approach, empowerment, resiliency and cultural development. The theory, research and practice regarding counselling and psycho-therapeutic approaches used in mental health and addiction service contexts. Approaches will be critically examined in terms of history, theory, social context and trends in research. Particular attention will focus on counselling methods currently in use within services. Aims to provide students with understanding and competency in assessment and intervention work with alcohol and drug affected clients. It is divided into a series of training modules focusing on comprehensive assessment, effective clinical interventions, drug specific interventions and approaches within families and communities. It will involve regular case-based supervision. Provides an overview of gambling in New Zealand with an emphasis on historical, social, psychological and public health perspectives. It examines the emergence of harm from gambling and reviews research and theory as applied in services at the level of prevention, intervention and treatment. Theoretical and practical principles of health promotion processes, combined with practical experience, in the context of relevant organisations, community groups and research projects. Students are expected to find their own placement for the practicum. Allows supervised experience for students in a Pacific-specific service. A course of study relevant to the area of placement will be prescribed. Focuses on the planning and development of interventions aimed at addressing lifestyle issues such as alcohol and other dangerous consumptions, obesity, lack of exercise and mental trauma. Students synthesise strategies from published literature and adapt them pragmatically for application in local contexts. Interventions will include those occurring in communities, primary and mental health care settings, hospitals, workplaces, and educational institutions. Theory and research regarding lifestyle issues influencing health and the information base for the delivery of health advice. Topics include: the epidemiology of risk and protection factors affecting physical and mental health; responses to alcohol, tobacco, gambling and other drug issues; reproductive health and the evidence on other lifestyle behaviours affecting health.
Score: 11.45458 Details | Listing | Web page
Critical analysis of patient-centred approaches to communication with a strong practical emphasis. Topics will reflect the learning needs of the participants as located within their own area of clinical practice, and may include: communication within family systems; preparing for and managing challenging and/or difficult communication situations, including the giving of bad news; appropriate communication styles, including assertiveness and managing conflict. The role of self in the therapeutic relationship will be explored. Provides an overview of the recognition and primary care management of adult mental health. A clinically focused course for primary care practitioners. The content covers high prevalence conditions (depression, anxiety, adjustment disorders) along with assessment and treatment options. Long term conditions - bipolar affective disorder and schizophrenia - are discussed. Topics include recovery, cultural approaches, resilience, psychosomatic interface, stigma, CBT techniques for depression, insomnia, and alcohol and drugs. Common mental illnesses that present in Primary Care. Topics include: Child and Adolescent Mental Health (depression, risk assessment, panic disorder, substance use, eating disorders, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, families, behavioural problems, pain and somatic problems), mental health in older adults (depression, dementia, legal and ethical issues), chronic conditions (screening issues, physical and mental illness, common problems in Primary Care). This course has a clinical and practical focus. The design of appropriate interventions in the community and a variety of applied contexts (eg, in-patient units, community support services or schools) using mental health development principles such as the recovery approach, empowerment, resiliency and cultural development. The theory, research and practice regarding counselling and psycho-therapeutic approaches used in mental health and addiction service contexts. Approaches will be critically examined in terms of history, theory, social context and trends in research. Particular attention will focus on counselling methods currently in use within services. Aims to provide students with understanding and competency in assessment and intervention work with alcohol and drug affected clients. It is divided into a series of training modules focusing on comprehensive assessment, effective clinical interventions, drug specific interventions and approaches within families and communities. It will involve regular case-based supervision. Provides an overview of gambling in New Zealand with an emphasis on historical, social, psychological and public health perspectives. It examines the emergence of harm from gambling and reviews research and theory as applied in services at the level of prevention, intervention and treatment. Theoretical and practical principles of health promotion processes, combined with practical experience, in the context of relevant organisations, community groups and research projects. Students are expected to find their own placement for the practicum. Allows supervised experience for students in a Pacific-specific service. A course of study relevant to the area of placement will be prescribed. Focuses on the planning and development of interventions aimed at addressing lifestyle issues such as alcohol and other dangerous consumptions, obesity, lack of exercise and mental trauma. Students synthesise strategies from published literature and adapt them pragmatically for application in local contexts. Interventions will include those occurring in communities, primary and mental health care settings, hospitals, workplaces, and educational institutions. Theory and research regarding lifestyle issues influencing health and the information base for the delivery of health advice. Topics include: the epidemiology of risk and protection factors affecting physical and mental health; responses to alcohol, tobacco, gambling and other drug issues; reproductive health and the evidence on other lifestyle behaviours affecting health. The delivery of health interventions and the development of the processes used in providing health advice and education. Critical appraisal of the effectiveness of strategies for assisting lifestyle changes such as weight reduction, substance use and increasing exercise. Students will examine the issues and practicalities associated with introducing health interventions into primary health contexts.
Score: 11.45458 Details | Listing | Web page
Critical analysis of patient-centred approaches to communication with a strong practical emphasis. Topics will reflect the learning needs of the participants as located within their own area of clinical practice, and may include: communication within family systems; preparing for and managing challenging and/or difficult communication situations, including the giving of bad news; appropriate communication styles, including assertiveness and managing conflict. The role of self in the therapeutic relationship will be explored. Provides an overview of the recognition and primary care management of adult mental health. A clinically focused course for primary care practitioners. The content covers high prevalence conditions (depression, anxiety, adjustment disorders) along with assessment and treatment options. Long term conditions - bipolar affective disorder and schizophrenia - are discussed. Topics include recovery, cultural approaches, resilience, psychosomatic interface, stigma, CBT techniques for depression, insomnia, and alcohol and drugs. Common mental illnesses that present in Primary Care. Topics include: Child and Adolescent Mental Health (depression, risk assessment, panic disorder, substance use, eating disorders, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, families, behavioural problems, pain and somatic problems), mental health in older adults (depression, dementia, legal and ethical issues), chronic conditions (screening issues, physical and mental illness, common problems in Primary Care). This course has a clinical and practical focus. The design of appropriate interventions in the community and a variety of applied contexts (eg, in-patient units, community support services or schools) using mental health development principles such as the recovery approach, empowerment, resiliency and cultural development. The theory, research and practice regarding counselling and psycho-therapeutic approaches used in mental health and addiction service contexts. Approaches will be critically examined in terms of history, theory, social context and trends in research. Particular attention will focus on counselling methods currently in use within services. Aims to provide students with understanding and competency in assessment and intervention work with alcohol and drug affected clients. It is divided into a series of training modules focusing on comprehensive assessment, effective clinical interventions, drug specific interventions and approaches within families and communities. It will involve regular case-based supervision. Provides an overview of gambling in New Zealand with an emphasis on historical, social, psychological and public health perspectives. It examines the emergence of harm from gambling and reviews research and theory as applied in services at the level of prevention, intervention and treatment. Theoretical and practical principles of health promotion processes, combined with practical experience, in the context of relevant organisations, community groups and research projects. Students are expected to find their own placement for the practicum. Allows supervised experience for students in a Pacific-specific service. A course of study relevant to the area of placement will be prescribed. Focuses on the planning and development of interventions aimed at addressing lifestyle issues such as alcohol and other dangerous consumptions, obesity, lack of exercise and mental trauma. Students synthesise strategies from published literature and adapt them pragmatically for application in local contexts. Interventions will include those occurring in communities, primary and mental health care settings, hospitals, workplaces, and educational institutions. Theory and research regarding lifestyle issues influencing health and the information base for the delivery of health advice. Topics include: the epidemiology of risk and protection factors affecting physical and mental health; responses to alcohol, tobacco, gambling and other drug issues; reproductive health and the evidence on other lifestyle behaviours affecting health. The delivery of health interventions and the development of the processes used in providing health advice and education. Critical appraisal of the effectiveness of strategies for assisting lifestyle changes such as weight reduction, substance use and increasing exercise. Students will examine the issues and practicalities associated with introducing health interventions into primary health contexts. Learning of advanced knowledge and skills, and supervised experience within an area of Population Health.
Score: 11.45458 Details | Listing | Web page
Critical analysis of patient-centred approaches to communication with a strong practical emphasis. Topics will reflect the learning needs of the participants as located within their own area of clinical practice, and may include: communication within family systems; preparing for and managing challenging and/or difficult communication situations, including the giving of bad news; appropriate communication styles, including assertiveness and managing conflict. The role of self in the therapeutic relationship will be explored. Provides an overview of the recognition and primary care management of adult mental health. A clinically focused course for primary care practitioners. The content covers high prevalence conditions (depression, anxiety, adjustment disorders) along with assessment and treatment options. Long term conditions - bipolar affective disorder and schizophrenia - are discussed. Topics include recovery, cultural approaches, resilience, psychosomatic interface, stigma, CBT techniques for depression, insomnia, and alcohol and drugs. Common mental illnesses that present in Primary Care. Topics include: Child and Adolescent Mental Health (depression, risk assessment, panic disorder, substance use, eating disorders, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, families, behavioural problems, pain and somatic problems), mental health in older adults (depression, dementia, legal and ethical issues), chronic conditions (screening issues, physical and mental illness, common problems in Primary Care). This course has a clinical and practical focus. The design of appropriate interventions in the community and a variety of applied contexts (eg, in-patient units, community support services or schools) using mental health development principles such as the recovery approach, empowerment, resiliency and cultural development. The theory, research and practice regarding counselling and psycho-therapeutic approaches used in mental health and addiction service contexts. Approaches will be critically examined in terms of history, theory, social context and trends in research. Particular attention will focus on counselling methods currently in use within services. Aims to provide students with understanding and competency in assessment and intervention work with alcohol and drug affected clients. It is divided into a series of training modules focusing on comprehensive assessment, effective clinical interventions, drug specific interventions and approaches within families and communities. It will involve regular case-based supervision. Provides an overview of gambling in New Zealand with an emphasis on historical, social, psychological and public health perspectives. It examines the emergence of harm from gambling and reviews research and theory as applied in services at the level of prevention, intervention and treatment. Theoretical and practical principles of health promotion processes, combined with practical experience, in the context of relevant organisations, community groups and research projects. Students are expected to find their own placement for the practicum. Allows supervised experience for students in a Pacific-specific service. A course of study relevant to the area of placement will be prescribed. Focuses on the planning and development of interventions aimed at addressing lifestyle issues such as alcohol and other dangerous consumptions, obesity, lack of exercise and mental trauma. Students synthesise strategies from published literature and adapt them pragmatically for application in local contexts. Interventions will include those occurring in communities, primary and mental health care settings, hospitals, workplaces, and educational institutions. Theory and research regarding lifestyle issues influencing health and the information base for the delivery of health advice. Topics include: the epidemiology of risk and protection factors affecting physical and mental health; responses to alcohol, tobacco, gambling and other drug issues; reproductive health and the evidence on other lifestyle behaviours affecting health. The delivery of health interventions and the development of the processes used in providing health advice and education. Critical appraisal of the effectiveness of strategies for assisting lifestyle changes such as weight reduction, substance use and increasing exercise. Students will examine the issues and practicalities associated with introducing health interventions into primary health contexts. Learning of advanced knowledge and skills, and supervised experience within an area of Population Health. Supervised experience for students in a Pacific-specific health environment. A course of study relevant to the area of placement will be provided.
Score: 11.45458 Details | Listing | Web page
Critical analysis of patient-centred approaches to communication with a strong practical emphasis. Topics will reflect the learning needs of the participants as located within their own area of clinical practice, and may include: communication within family systems; preparing for and managing challenging and/or difficult communication situations, including the giving of bad news; appropriate communication styles, including assertiveness and managing conflict. The role of self in the therapeutic relationship will be explored. Provides an overview of the recognition and primary care management of adult mental health. A clinically focused course for primary care practitioners. The content covers high prevalence conditions (depression, anxiety, adjustment disorders) along with assessment and treatment options. Long term conditions - bipolar affective disorder and schizophrenia - are discussed. Topics include recovery, cultural approaches, resilience, psychosomatic interface, stigma, CBT techniques for depression, insomnia, and alcohol and drugs. Common mental illnesses that present in Primary Care. Topics include: Child and Adolescent Mental Health (depression, risk assessment, panic disorder, substance use, eating disorders, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, families, behavioural problems, pain and somatic problems), mental health in older adults (depression, dementia, legal and ethical issues), chronic conditions (screening issues, physical and mental illness, common problems in Primary Care). This course has a clinical and practical focus. The design of appropriate interventions in the community and a variety of applied contexts (eg, in-patient units, community support services or schools) using mental health development principles such as the recovery approach, empowerment, resiliency and cultural development. The theory, research and practice regarding counselling and psycho-therapeutic approaches used in mental health and addiction service contexts. Approaches will be critically examined in terms of history, theory, social context and trends in research. Particular attention will focus on counselling methods currently in use within services. Aims to provide students with understanding and competency in assessment and intervention work with alcohol and drug affected clients. It is divided into a series of training modules focusing on comprehensive assessment, effective clinical interventions, drug specific interventions and approaches within families and communities. It will involve regular case-based supervision. Provides an overview of gambling in New Zealand with an emphasis on historical, social, psychological and public health perspectives. It examines the emergence of harm from gambling and reviews research and theory as applied in services at the level of prevention, intervention and treatment. Theoretical and practical principles of health promotion processes, combined with practical experience, in the context of relevant organisations, community groups and research projects. Students are expected to find their own placement for the practicum. Allows supervised experience for students in a Pacific-specific service. A course of study relevant to the area of placement will be prescribed. Focuses on the planning and development of interventions aimed at addressing lifestyle issues such as alcohol and other dangerous consumptions, obesity, lack of exercise and mental trauma. Students synthesise strategies from published literature and adapt them pragmatically for application in local contexts. Interventions will include those occurring in communities, primary and mental health care settings, hospitals, workplaces, and educational institutions. Theory and research regarding lifestyle issues influencing health and the information base for the delivery of health advice. Topics include: the epidemiology of risk and protection factors affecting physical and mental health; responses to alcohol, tobacco, gambling and other drug issues; reproductive health and the evidence on other lifestyle behaviours affecting health. The delivery of health interventions and the development of the processes used in providing health advice and education. Critical appraisal of the effectiveness of strategies for assisting lifestyle changes such as weight reduction, substance use and increasing exercise. Students will examine the issues and practicalities associated with introducing health interventions into primary health contexts. Learning of advanced knowledge and skills, and supervised experience within an area of Population Health. Supervised experience for students in a Pacific-specific health environment. A course of study relevant to the area of placement will be provided. Suitable for students who work within both the mental health and the alcohol and drug services. It introduces students to research and theory on coexistent disorders and examines recent developments in intervention strategies from a theoretical point of view.
Score: 11.45458 Details | Listing | Web page
Critical analysis of patient-centred approaches to communication with a strong practical emphasis. Topics will reflect the learning needs of the participants as located within their own area of clinical practice, and may include: communication within family systems; preparing for and managing challenging and/or difficult communication situations, including the giving of bad news; appropriate communication styles, including assertiveness and managing conflict. The role of self in the therapeutic relationship will be explored. Provides an overview of the recognition and primary care management of adult mental health. A clinically focused course for primary care practitioners. The content covers high prevalence conditions (depression, anxiety, adjustment disorders) along with assessment and treatment options. Long term conditions - bipolar affective disorder and schizophrenia - are discussed. Topics include recovery, cultural approaches, resilience, psychosomatic interface, stigma, CBT techniques for depression, insomnia, and alcohol and drugs. Common mental illnesses that present in Primary Care. Topics include: Child and Adolescent Mental Health (depression, risk assessment, panic disorder, substance use, eating disorders, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, families, behavioural problems, pain and somatic problems), mental health in older adults (depression, dementia, legal and ethical issues), chronic conditions (screening issues, physical and mental illness, common problems in Primary Care). This course has a clinical and practical focus. The design of appropriate interventions in the community and a variety of applied contexts (eg, in-patient units, community support services or schools) using mental health development principles such as the recovery approach, empowerment, resiliency and cultural development. The theory, research and practice regarding counselling and psycho-therapeutic approaches used in mental health and addiction service contexts. Approaches will be critically examined in terms of history, theory, social context and trends in research. Particular attention will focus on counselling methods currently in use within services. Aims to provide students with understanding and competency in assessment and intervention work with alcohol and drug affected clients. It is divided into a series of training modules focusing on comprehensive assessment, effective clinical interventions, drug specific interventions and approaches within families and communities. It will involve regular case-based supervision. Provides an overview of gambling in New Zealand with an emphasis on historical, social, psychological and public health perspectives. It examines the emergence of harm from gambling and reviews research and theory as applied in services at the level of prevention, intervention and treatment. Theoretical and practical principles of health promotion processes, combined with practical experience, in the context of relevant organisations, community groups and research projects. Students are expected to find their own placement for the practicum. Allows supervised experience for students in a Pacific-specific service. A course of study relevant to the area of placement will be prescribed. Focuses on the planning and development of interventions aimed at addressing lifestyle issues such as alcohol and other dangerous consumptions, obesity, lack of exercise and mental trauma. Students synthesise strategies from published literature and adapt them pragmatically for application in local contexts. Interventions will include those occurring in communities, primary and mental health care settings, hospitals, workplaces, and educational institutions. Theory and research regarding lifestyle issues influencing health and the information base for the delivery of health advice. Topics include: the epidemiology of risk and protection factors affecting physical and mental health; responses to alcohol, tobacco, gambling and other drug issues; reproductive health and the evidence on other lifestyle behaviours affecting health. The delivery of health interventions and the development of the processes used in providing health advice and education. Critical appraisal of the effectiveness of strategies for assisting lifestyle changes such as weight reduction, substance use and increasing exercise. Students will examine the issues and practicalities associated with introducing health interventions into primary health contexts. Learning of advanced knowledge and skills, and supervised experience within an area of Population Health. Supervised experience for students in a Pacific-specific health environment. A course of study relevant to the area of placement will be provided. Suitable for students who work within both the mental health and the alcohol and drug services. It introduces students to research and theory on coexistent disorders and examines recent developments in intervention strategies from a theoretical point of view. Develops the theoretical ideas in practice introduced in Coexisting Disorders: Theory and Principles. Additionally, students have an opportunity to reflect on the organisation of services to people with a dual diagnosis and the best practice that is offered within them.
Score: 11.45458 Details | Listing | Web page
Critical analysis of patient-centred approaches to communication with a strong practical emphasis. Topics will reflect the learning needs of the participants as located within their own area of clinical practice, and may include: communication within family systems; preparing for and managing challenging and/or difficult communication situations, including the giving of bad news; appropriate communication styles, including assertiveness and managing conflict. The role of self in the therapeutic relationship will be explored. Provides an overview of the recognition and primary care management of adult mental health. A clinically focused course for primary care practitioners. The content covers high prevalence conditions (depression, anxiety, adjustment disorders) along with assessment and treatment options. Long term conditions - bipolar affective disorder and schizophrenia - are discussed. Topics include recovery, cultural approaches, resilience, psychosomatic interface, stigma, CBT techniques for depression, insomnia, and alcohol and drugs. Common mental illnesses that present in Primary Care. Topics include: Child and Adolescent Mental Health (depression, risk assessment, panic disorder, substance use, eating disorders, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, families, behavioural problems, pain and somatic problems), mental health in older adults (depression, dementia, legal and ethical issues), chronic conditions (screening issues, physical and mental illness, common problems in Primary Care). This course has a clinical and practical focus. The design of appropriate interventions in the community and a variety of applied contexts (eg, in-patient units, community support services or schools) using mental health development principles such as the recovery approach, empowerment, resiliency and cultural development. The theory, research and practice regarding counselling and psycho-therapeutic approaches used in mental health and addiction service contexts. Approaches will be critically examined in terms of history, theory, social context and trends in research. Particular attention will focus on counselling methods currently in use within services. Aims to provide students with understanding and competency in assessment and intervention work with alcohol and drug affected clients. It is divided into a series of training modules focusing on comprehensive assessment, effective clinical interventions, drug specific interventions and approaches within families and communities. It will involve regular case-based supervision. Provides an overview of gambling in New Zealand with an emphasis on historical, social, psychological and public health perspectives. It examines the emergence of harm from gambling and reviews research and theory as applied in services at the level of prevention, intervention and treatment. Theoretical and practical principles of health promotion processes, combined with practical experience, in the context of relevant organisations, community groups and research projects. Students are expected to find their own placement for the practicum. Allows supervised experience for students in a Pacific-specific service. A course of study relevant to the area of placement will be prescribed. Focuses on the planning and development of interventions aimed at addressing lifestyle issues such as alcohol and other dangerous consumptions, obesity, lack of exercise and mental trauma. Students synthesise strategies from published literature and adapt them pragmatically for application in local contexts. Interventions will include those occurring in communities, primary and mental health care settings, hospitals, workplaces, and educational institutions. Theory and research regarding lifestyle issues influencing health and the information base for the delivery of health advice. Topics include: the epidemiology of risk and protection factors affecting physical and mental health; responses to alcohol, tobacco, gambling and other drug issues; reproductive health and the evidence on other lifestyle behaviours affecting health. The delivery of health interventions and the development of the processes used in providing health advice and education. Critical appraisal of the effectiveness of strategies for assisting lifestyle changes such as weight reduction, substance use and increasing exercise. Students will examine the issues and practicalities associated with introducing health interventions into primary health contexts. Learning of advanced knowledge and skills, and supervised experience within an area of Population Health. Supervised experience for students in a Pacific-specific health environment. A course of study relevant to the area of placement will be provided. Suitable for students who work within both the mental health and the alcohol and drug services. It introduces students to research and theory on coexistent disorders and examines recent developments in intervention strategies from a theoretical point of view. Develops the theoretical ideas in practice introduced in Coexisting Disorders: Theory and Principles. Additionally, students have an opportunity to reflect on the organisation of services to people with a dual diagnosis and the best practice that is offered within them. Philosophy of palliative care, self-care including professional supervision and debriefing, cultural and ethical issues in palliative care, pain and other symptom management, loss, grief and spirituality issues in palliative care. Palliative care interventions such as paracentesis and thoracentesis. Coordination and planning of future care.
Score: 11.45458 Details | Listing | Web page
Critical analysis of patient-centred approaches to communication with a strong practical emphasis. Topics will reflect the learning needs of the participants as located within their own area of clinical practice, and may include: communication within family systems; preparing for and managing challenging and/or difficult communication situations, including the giving of bad news; appropriate communication styles, including assertiveness and managing conflict. The role of self in the therapeutic relationship will be explored. Provides an overview of the recognition and primary care management of adult mental health. A clinically focused course for primary care practitioners. The content covers high prevalence conditions (depression, anxiety, adjustment disorders) along with assessment and treatment options. Long term conditions - bipolar affective disorder and schizophrenia - are discussed. Topics include recovery, cultural approaches, resilience, psychosomatic interface, stigma, CBT techniques for depression, insomnia, and alcohol and drugs. Common mental illnesses that present in Primary Care. Topics include: Child and Adolescent Mental Health (depression, risk assessment, panic disorder, substance use, eating disorders, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, families, behavioural problems, pain and somatic problems), mental health in older adults (depression, dementia, legal and ethical issues), chronic conditions (screening issues, physical and mental illness, common problems in Primary Care). This course has a clinical and practical focus. The design of appropriate interventions in the community and a variety of applied contexts (eg, in-patient units, community support services or schools) using mental health development principles such as the recovery approach, empowerment, resiliency and cultural development. The theory, research and practice regarding counselling and psycho-therapeutic approaches used in mental health and addiction service contexts. Approaches will be critically examined in terms of history, theory, social context and trends in research. Particular attention will focus on counselling methods currently in use within services. Aims to provide students with understanding and competency in assessment and intervention work with alcohol and drug affected clients. It is divided into a series of training modules focusing on comprehensive assessment, effective clinical interventions, drug specific interventions and approaches within families and communities. It will involve regular case-based supervision. Provides an overview of gambling in New Zealand with an emphasis on historical, social, psychological and public health perspectives. It examines the emergence of harm from gambling and reviews research and theory as applied in services at the level of prevention, intervention and treatment. Theoretical and practical principles of health promotion processes, combined with practical experience, in the context of relevant organisations, community groups and research projects. Students are expected to find their own placement for the practicum. Allows supervised experience for students in a Pacific-specific service. A course of study relevant to the area of placement will be prescribed. Focuses on the planning and development of interventions aimed at addressing lifestyle issues such as alcohol and other dangerous consumptions, obesity, lack of exercise and mental trauma. Students synthesise strategies from published literature and adapt them pragmatically for application in local contexts. Interventions will include those occurring in communities, primary and mental health care settings, hospitals, workplaces, and educational institutions. Theory and research regarding lifestyle issues influencing health and the information base for the delivery of health advice. Topics include: the epidemiology of risk and protection factors affecting physical and mental health; responses to alcohol, tobacco, gambling and other drug issues; reproductive health and the evidence on other lifestyle behaviours affecting health. The delivery of health interventions and the development of the processes used in providing health advice and education. Critical appraisal of the effectiveness of strategies for assisting lifestyle changes such as weight reduction, substance use and increasing exercise. Students will examine the issues and practicalities associated with introducing health interventions into primary health contexts. Learning of advanced knowledge and skills, and supervised experience within an area of Population Health. Supervised experience for students in a Pacific-specific health environment. A course of study relevant to the area of placement will be provided. Suitable for students who work within both the mental health and the alcohol and drug services. It introduces students to research and theory on coexistent disorders and examines recent developments in intervention strategies from a theoretical point of view. Develops the theoretical ideas in practice introduced in Coexisting Disorders: Theory and Principles. Additionally, students have an opportunity to reflect on the organisation of services to people with a dual diagnosis and the best practice that is offered within them. Philosophy of palliative care, self-care including professional supervision and debriefing, cultural and ethical issues in palliative care, pain and other symptom management, loss, grief and spirituality issues in palliative care. Palliative care interventions such as paracentesis and thoracentesis. Coordination and planning of future care. The psychological and social study of patients with cancer or active, progressive disease, unresponsive to curative treatment. Existential philosophy and models of coping with suffering, communication in palliative care, psychiatric disorders in palliative care, and bereavement.
Score: 11.45458 Details | Listing | Web page
Critical analysis of patient-centred approaches to communication with a strong practical emphasis. Topics will reflect the learning needs of the participants as located within their own area of clinical practice, and may include: communication within family systems; preparing for and managing challenging and/or difficult communication situations, including the giving of bad news; appropriate communication styles, including assertiveness and managing conflict. The role of self in the therapeutic relationship will be explored. Provides an overview of the recognition and primary care management of adult mental health. A clinically focused course for primary care practitioners. The content covers high prevalence conditions (depression, anxiety, adjustment disorders) along with assessment and treatment options. Long term conditions - bipolar affective disorder and schizophrenia - are discussed. Topics include recovery, cultural approaches, resilience, psychosomatic interface, stigma, CBT techniques for depression, insomnia, and alcohol and drugs. Common mental illnesses that present in Primary Care. Topics include: Child and Adolescent Mental Health (depression, risk assessment, panic disorder, substance use, eating disorders, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, families, behavioural problems, pain and somatic problems), mental health in older adults (depression, dementia, legal and ethical issues), chronic conditions (screening issues, physical and mental illness, common problems in Primary Care). This course has a clinical and practical focus. The design of appropriate interventions in the community and a variety of applied contexts (eg, in-patient units, community support services or schools) using mental health development principles such as the recovery approach, empowerment, resiliency and cultural development. The theory, research and practice regarding counselling and psycho-therapeutic approaches used in mental health and addiction service contexts. Approaches will be critically examined in terms of history, theory, social context and trends in research. Particular attention will focus on counselling methods currently in use within services. Aims to provide students with understanding and competency in assessment and intervention work with alcohol and drug affected clients. It is divided into a series of training modules focusing on comprehensive assessment, effective clinical interventions, drug specific interventions and approaches within families and communities. It will involve regular case-based supervision. Provides an overview of gambling in New Zealand with an emphasis on historical, social, psychological and public health perspectives. It examines the emergence of harm from gambling and reviews research and theory as applied in services at the level of prevention, intervention and treatment. Theoretical and practical principles of health promotion processes, combined with practical experience, in the context of relevant organisations, community groups and research projects. Students are expected to find their own placement for the practicum. Allows supervised experience for students in a Pacific-specific service. A course of study relevant to the area of placement will be prescribed. Focuses on the planning and development of interventions aimed at addressing lifestyle issues such as alcohol and other dangerous consumptions, obesity, lack of exercise and mental trauma. Students synthesise strategies from published literature and adapt them pragmatically for application in local contexts. Interventions will include those occurring in communities, primary and mental health care settings, hospitals, workplaces, and educational institutions. Theory and research regarding lifestyle issues influencing health and the information base for the delivery of health advice. Topics include: the epidemiology of risk and protection factors affecting physical and mental health; responses to alcohol, tobacco, gambling and other drug issues; reproductive health and the evidence on other lifestyle behaviours affecting health. The delivery of health interventions and the development of the processes used in providing health advice and education. Critical appraisal of the effectiveness of strategies for assisting lifestyle changes such as weight reduction, substance use and increasing exercise. Students will examine the issues and practicalities associated with introducing health interventions into primary health contexts. Learning of advanced knowledge and skills, and supervised experience within an area of Population Health. Supervised experience for students in a Pacific-specific health environment. A course of study relevant to the area of placement will be provided. Suitable for students who work within both the mental health and the alcohol and drug services. It introduces students to research and theory on coexistent disorders and examines recent developments in intervention strategies from a theoretical point of view. Develops the theoretical ideas in practice introduced in Coexisting Disorders: Theory and Principles. Additionally, students have an opportunity to reflect on the organisation of services to people with a dual diagnosis and the best practice that is offered within them. Philosophy of palliative care, self-care including professional supervision and debriefing, cultural and ethical issues in palliative care, pain and other symptom management, loss, grief and spirituality issues in palliative care. Palliative care interventions such as paracentesis and thoracentesis. Coordination and planning of future care. The psychological and social study of patients with cancer or active, progressive disease, unresponsive to curative treatment. Existential philosophy and models of coping with suffering, communication in palliative care, psychiatric disorders in palliative care, and bereavement. Advanced study in an appropriate area of palliative care that is of special interest to the student as approved by the Head of School.
Score: 11.45458 Details | Listing | Web page
Critical analysis of patient-centred approaches to communication with a strong practical emphasis. Topics will reflect the learning needs of the participants as located within their own area of clinical practice, and may include: communication within family systems; preparing for and managing challenging and/or difficult communication situations, including the giving of bad news; appropriate communication styles, including assertiveness and managing conflict. The role of self in the therapeutic relationship will be explored. Provides an overview of the recognition and primary care management of adult mental health. A clinically focused course for primary care practitioners. The content covers high prevalence conditions (depression, anxiety, adjustment disorders) along with assessment and treatment options. Long term conditions - bipolar affective disorder and schizophrenia - are discussed. Topics include recovery, cultural approaches, resilience, psychosomatic interface, stigma, CBT techniques for depression, insomnia, and alcohol and drugs. Common mental illnesses that present in Primary Care. Topics include: Child and Adolescent Mental Health (depression, risk assessment, panic disorder, substance use, eating disorders, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, families, behavioural problems, pain and somatic problems), mental health in older adults (depression, dementia, legal and ethical issues), chronic conditions (screening issues, physical and mental illness, common problems in Primary Care). This course has a clinical and practical focus. The design of appropriate interventions in the community and a variety of applied contexts (eg, in-patient units, community support services or schools) using mental health development principles such as the recovery approach, empowerment, resiliency and cultural development. The theory, research and practice regarding counselling and psycho-therapeutic approaches used in mental health and addiction service contexts. Approaches will be critically examined in terms of history, theory, social context and trends in research. Particular attention will focus on counselling methods currently in use within services. Aims to provide students with understanding and competency in assessment and intervention work with alcohol and drug affected clients. It is divided into a series of training modules focusing on comprehensive assessment, effective clinical interventions, drug specific interventions and approaches within families and communities. It will involve regular case-based supervision. Provides an overview of gambling in New Zealand with an emphasis on historical, social, psychological and public health perspectives. It examines the emergence of harm from gambling and reviews research and theory as applied in services at the level of prevention, intervention and treatment. Theoretical and practical principles of health promotion processes, combined with practical experience, in the context of relevant organisations, community groups and research projects. Students are expected to find their own placement for the practicum. Allows supervised experience for students in a Pacific-specific service. A course of study relevant to the area of placement will be prescribed. Focuses on the planning and development of interventions aimed at addressing lifestyle issues such as alcohol and other dangerous consumptions, obesity, lack of exercise and mental trauma. Students synthesise strategies from published literature and adapt them pragmatically for application in local contexts. Interventions will include those occurring in communities, primary and mental health care settings, hospitals, workplaces, and educational institutions. Theory and research regarding lifestyle issues influencing health and the information base for the delivery of health advice. Topics include: the epidemiology of risk and protection factors affecting physical and mental health; responses to alcohol, tobacco, gambling and other drug issues; reproductive health and the evidence on other lifestyle behaviours affecting health. The delivery of health interventions and the development of the processes used in providing health advice and education. Critical appraisal of the effectiveness of strategies for assisting lifestyle changes such as weight reduction, substance use and increasing exercise. Students will examine the issues and practicalities associated with introducing health interventions into primary health contexts. Learning of advanced knowledge and skills, and supervised experience within an area of Population Health. Supervised experience for students in a Pacific-specific health environment. A course of study relevant to the area of placement will be provided. Suitable for students who work within both the mental health and the alcohol and drug services. It introduces students to research and theory on coexistent disorders and examines recent developments in intervention strategies from a theoretical point of view. Develops the theoretical ideas in practice introduced in Coexisting Disorders: Theory and Principles. Additionally, students have an opportunity to reflect on the organisation of services to people with a dual diagnosis and the best practice that is offered within them. Philosophy of palliative care, self-care including professional supervision and debriefing, cultural and ethical issues in palliative care, pain and other symptom management, loss, grief and spirituality issues in palliative care. Palliative care interventions such as paracentesis and thoracentesis. Coordination and planning of future care. The psychological and social study of patients with cancer or active, progressive disease, unresponsive to curative treatment. Existential philosophy and models of coping with suffering, communication in palliative care, psychiatric disorders in palliative care, and bereavement. Advanced study in an appropriate area of palliative care that is of special interest to the student as approved by the Head of School. Management of pain, nausea and vomiting, respiratory symptoms, bowel care, mouth and skin care, cognitive mood and sleep disorders, oncological emergencies, palliative care for non malignant conditions, HIV/AIDs, and paediatric palliative care.
Score: 11.45458 Details | Listing | Web page
Critical analysis of patient-centred approaches to communication with a strong practical emphasis. Topics will reflect the learning needs of the participants as located within their own area of clinical practice, and may include: communication within family systems; preparing for and managing challenging and/or difficult communication situations, including the giving of bad news; appropriate communication styles, including assertiveness and managing conflict. The role of self in the therapeutic relationship will be explored. Provides an overview of the recognition and primary care management of adult mental health. A clinically focused course for primary care practitioners. The content covers high prevalence conditions (depression, anxiety, adjustment disorders) along with assessment and treatment options. Long term conditions - bipolar affective disorder and schizophrenia - are discussed. Topics include recovery, cultural approaches, resilience, psychosomatic interface, stigma, CBT techniques for depression, insomnia, and alcohol and drugs. Common mental illnesses that present in Primary Care. Topics include: Child and Adolescent Mental Health (depression, risk assessment, panic disorder, substance use, eating disorders, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, families, behavioural problems, pain and somatic problems), mental health in older adults (depression, dementia, legal and ethical issues), chronic conditions (screening issues, physical and mental illness, common problems in Primary Care). This course has a clinical and practical focus. The design of appropriate interventions in the community and a variety of applied contexts (eg, in-patient units, community support services or schools) using mental health development principles such as the recovery approach, empowerment, resiliency and cultural development. The theory, research and practice regarding counselling and psycho-therapeutic approaches used in mental health and addiction service contexts. Approaches will be critically examined in terms of history, theory, social context and trends in research. Particular attention will focus on counselling methods currently in use within services. Aims to provide students with understanding and competency in assessment and intervention work with alcohol and drug affected clients. It is divided into a series of training modules focusing on comprehensive assessment, effective clinical interventions, drug specific interventions and approaches within families and communities. It will involve regular case-based supervision. Provides an overview of gambling in New Zealand with an emphasis on historical, social, psychological and public health perspectives. It examines the emergence of harm from gambling and reviews research and theory as applied in services at the level of prevention, intervention and treatment. Theoretical and practical principles of health promotion processes, combined with practical experience, in the context of relevant organisations, community groups and research projects. Students are expected to find their own placement for the practicum. Allows supervised experience for students in a Pacific-specific service. A course of study relevant to the area of placement will be prescribed. Focuses on the planning and development of interventions aimed at addressing lifestyle issues such as alcohol and other dangerous consumptions, obesity, lack of exercise and mental trauma. Students synthesise strategies from published literature and adapt them pragmatically for application in local contexts. Interventions will include those occurring in communities, primary and mental health care settings, hospitals, workplaces, and educational institutions. Theory and research regarding lifestyle issues influencing health and the information base for the delivery of health advice. Topics include: the epidemiology of risk and protection factors affecting physical and mental health; responses to alcohol, tobacco, gambling and other drug issues; reproductive health and the evidence on other lifestyle behaviours affecting health. The delivery of health interventions and the development of the processes used in providing health advice and education. Critical appraisal of the effectiveness of strategies for assisting lifestyle changes such as weight reduction, substance use and increasing exercise. Students will examine the issues and practicalities associated with introducing health interventions into primary health contexts. Learning of advanced knowledge and skills, and supervised experience within an area of Population Health. Supervised experience for students in a Pacific-specific health environment. A course of study relevant to the area of placement will be provided. Suitable for students who work within both the mental health and the alcohol and drug services. It introduces students to research and theory on coexistent disorders and examines recent developments in intervention strategies from a theoretical point of view. Develops the theoretical ideas in practice introduced in Coexisting Disorders: Theory and Principles. Additionally, students have an opportunity to reflect on the organisation of services to people with a dual diagnosis and the best practice that is offered within them. Philosophy of palliative care, self-care including professional supervision and debriefing, cultural and ethical issues in palliative care, pain and other symptom management, loss, grief and spirituality issues in palliative care. Palliative care interventions such as paracentesis and thoracentesis. Coordination and planning of future care. The psychological and social study of patients with cancer or active, progressive disease, unresponsive to curative treatment. Existential philosophy and models of coping with suffering, communication in palliative care, psychiatric disorders in palliative care, and bereavement. Advanced study in an appropriate area of palliative care that is of special interest to the student as approved by the Head of School. Management of pain, nausea and vomiting, respiratory symptoms, bowel care, mouth and skin care, cognitive mood and sleep disorders, oncological emergencies, palliative care for non malignant conditions, HIV/AIDs, and paediatric palliative care. Advanced concepts of the management of symptoms in a variety of palliative care situations.
Score: 11.45458 Details | Listing | Web page
Critical analysis of patient-centred approaches to communication with a strong practical emphasis. Topics will reflect the learning needs of the participants as located within their own area of clinical practice, and may include: communication within family systems; preparing for and managing challenging and/or difficult communication situations, including the giving of bad news; appropriate communication styles, including assertiveness and managing conflict. The role of self in the therapeutic relationship will be explored. Provides an overview of the recognition and primary care management of adult mental health. A clinically focused course for primary care practitioners. The content covers high prevalence conditions (depression, anxiety, adjustment disorders) along with assessment and treatment options. Long term conditions - bipolar affective disorder and schizophrenia - are discussed. Topics include recovery, cultural approaches, resilience, psychosomatic interface, stigma, CBT techniques for depression, insomnia, and alcohol and drugs. Common mental illnesses that present in Primary Care. Topics include: Child and Adolescent Mental Health (depression, risk assessment, panic disorder, substance use, eating disorders, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, families, behavioural problems, pain and somatic problems), mental health in older adults (depression, dementia, legal and ethical issues), chronic conditions (screening issues, physical and mental illness, common problems in Primary Care). This course has a clinical and practical focus. The design of appropriate interventions in the community and a variety of applied contexts (eg, in-patient units, community support services or schools) using mental health development principles such as the recovery approach, empowerment, resiliency and cultural development. The theory, research and practice regarding counselling and psycho-therapeutic approaches used in mental health and addiction service contexts. Approaches will be critically examined in terms of history, theory, social context and trends in research. Particular attention will focus on counselling methods currently in use within services. Aims to provide students with understanding and competency in assessment and intervention work with alcohol and drug affected clients. It is divided into a series of training modules focusing on comprehensive assessment, effective clinical interventions, drug specific interventions and approaches within families and communities. It will involve regular case-based supervision. Provides an overview of gambling in New Zealand with an emphasis on historical, social, psychological and public health perspectives. It examines the emergence of harm from gambling and reviews research and theory as applied in services at the level of prevention, intervention and treatment. Theoretical and practical principles of health promotion processes, combined with practical experience, in the context of relevant organisations, community groups and research projects. Students are expected to find their own placement for the practicum. Allows supervised experience for students in a Pacific-specific service. A course of study relevant to the area of placement will be prescribed. Focuses on the planning and development of interventions aimed at addressing lifestyle issues such as alcohol and other dangerous consumptions, obesity, lack of exercise and mental trauma. Students synthesise strategies from published literature and adapt them pragmatically for application in local contexts. Interventions will include those occurring in communities, primary and mental health care settings, hospitals, workplaces, and educational institutions. Theory and research regarding lifestyle issues influencing health and the information base for the delivery of health advice. Topics include: the epidemiology of risk and protection factors affecting physical and mental health; responses to alcohol, tobacco, gambling and other drug issues; reproductive health and the evidence on other lifestyle behaviours affecting health. The delivery of health interventions and the development of the processes used in providing health advice and education. Critical appraisal of the effectiveness of strategies for assisting lifestyle changes such as weight reduction, substance use and increasing exercise. Students will examine the issues and practicalities associated with introducing health interventions into primary health contexts. Learning of advanced knowledge and skills, and supervised experience within an area of Population Health. Supervised experience for students in a Pacific-specific health environment. A course of study relevant to the area of placement will be provided. Suitable for students who work within both the mental health and the alcohol and drug services. It introduces students to research and theory on coexistent disorders and examines recent developments in intervention strategies from a theoretical point of view. Develops the theoretical ideas in practice introduced in Coexisting Disorders: Theory and Principles. Additionally, students have an opportunity to reflect on the organisation of services to people with a dual diagnosis and the best practice that is offered within them. Philosophy of palliative care, self-care including professional supervision and debriefing, cultural and ethical issues in palliative care, pain and other symptom management, loss, grief and spirituality issues in palliative care. Palliative care interventions such as paracentesis and thoracentesis. Coordination and planning of future care. The psychological and social study of patients with cancer or active, progressive disease, unresponsive to curative treatment. Existential philosophy and models of coping with suffering, communication in palliative care, psychiatric disorders in palliative care, and bereavement. Advanced study in an appropriate area of palliative care that is of special interest to the student as approved by the Head of School. Management of pain, nausea and vomiting, respiratory symptoms, bowel care, mouth and skin care, cognitive mood and sleep disorders, oncological emergencies, palliative care for non malignant conditions, HIV/AIDs, and paediatric palliative care. Advanced concepts of the management of symptoms in a variety of palliative care situations. An examination of specific palliative care issues related to the care of children, adolescents, and their families.
Score: 11.45458 Details | Listing | Web page
Critical analysis of patient-centred approaches to communication with a strong practical emphasis. Topics will reflect the learning needs of the participants as located within their own area of clinical practice, and may include: communication within family systems; preparing for and managing challenging and/or difficult communication situations, including the giving of bad news; appropriate communication styles, including assertiveness and managing conflict. The role of self in the therapeutic relationship will be explored. Provides an overview of the recognition and primary care management of adult mental health. A clinically focused course for primary care practitioners. The content covers high prevalence conditions (depression, anxiety, adjustment disorders) along with assessment and treatment options. Long term conditions - bipolar affective disorder and schizophrenia - are discussed. Topics include recovery, cultural approaches, resilience, psychosomatic interface, stigma, CBT techniques for depression, insomnia, and alcohol and drugs. Common mental illnesses that present in Primary Care. Topics include: Child and Adolescent Mental Health (depression, risk assessment, panic disorder, substance use, eating disorders, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, families, behavioural problems, pain and somatic problems), mental health in older adults (depression, dementia, legal and ethical issues), chronic conditions (screening issues, physical and mental illness, common problems in Primary Care). This course has a clinical and practical focus. The design of appropriate interventions in the community and a variety of applied contexts (eg, in-patient units, community support services or schools) using mental health development principles such as the recovery approach, empowerment, resiliency and cultural development. The theory, research and practice regarding counselling and psycho-therapeutic approaches used in mental health and addiction service contexts. Approaches will be critically examined in terms of history, theory, social context and trends in research. Particular attention will focus on counselling methods currently in use within services. Aims to provide students with understanding and competency in assessment and intervention work with alcohol and drug affected clients. It is divided into a series of training modules focusing on comprehensive assessment, effective clinical interventions, drug specific interventions and approaches within families and communities. It will involve regular case-based supervision. Provides an overview of gambling in New Zealand with an emphasis on historical, social, psychological and public health perspectives. It examines the emergence of harm from gambling and reviews research and theory as applied in services at the level of prevention, intervention and treatment. Theoretical and practical principles of health promotion processes, combined with practical experience, in the context of relevant organisations, community groups and research projects. Students are expected to find their own placement for the practicum. Allows supervised experience for students in a Pacific-specific service. A course of study relevant to the area of placement will be prescribed. Focuses on the planning and development of interventions aimed at addressing lifestyle issues such as alcohol and other dangerous consumptions, obesity, lack of exercise and mental trauma. Students synthesise strategies from published literature and adapt them pragmatically for application in local contexts. Interventions will include those occurring in communities, primary and mental health care settings, hospitals, workplaces, and educational institutions. Theory and research regarding lifestyle issues influencing health and the information base for the delivery of health advice. Topics include: the epidemiology of risk and protection factors affecting physical and mental health; responses to alcohol, tobacco, gambling and other drug issues; reproductive health and the evidence on other lifestyle behaviours affecting health. The delivery of health interventions and the development of the processes used in providing health advice and education. Critical appraisal of the effectiveness of strategies for assisting lifestyle changes such as weight reduction, substance use and increasing exercise. Students will examine the issues and practicalities associated with introducing health interventions into primary health contexts. Learning of advanced knowledge and skills, and supervised experience within an area of Population Health. Supervised experience for students in a Pacific-specific health environment. A course of study relevant to the area of placement will be provided. Suitable for students who work within both the mental health and the alcohol and drug services. It introduces students to research and theory on coexistent disorders and examines recent developments in intervention strategies from a theoretical point of view. Develops the theoretical ideas in practice introduced in Coexisting Disorders: Theory and Principles. Additionally, students have an opportunity to reflect on the organisation of services to people with a dual diagnosis and the best practice that is offered within them. Philosophy of palliative care, self-care including professional supervision and debriefing, cultural and ethical issues in palliative care, pain and other symptom management, loss, grief and spirituality issues in palliative care. Palliative care interventions such as paracentesis and thoracentesis. Coordination and planning of future care. The psychological and social study of patients with cancer or active, progressive disease, unresponsive to curative treatment. Existential philosophy and models of coping with suffering, communication in palliative care, psychiatric disorders in palliative care, and bereavement. Advanced study in an appropriate area of palliative care that is of special interest to the student as approved by the Head of School. Management of pain, nausea and vomiting, respiratory symptoms, bowel care, mouth and skin care, cognitive mood and sleep disorders, oncological emergencies, palliative care for non malignant conditions, HIV/AIDs, and paediatric palliative care. Advanced concepts of the management of symptoms in a variety of palliative care situations. An examination of specific palliative care issues related to the care of children, adolescents, and their families. The basic biology, demographics, social policy, sociology, psychology and economics of ageing.
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Critical analysis of patient-centred approaches to communication with a strong practical emphasis. Topics will reflect the learning needs of the participants as located within their own area of clinical practice, and may include: communication within family systems; preparing for and managing challenging and/or difficult communication situations, including the giving of bad news; appropriate communication styles, including assertiveness and managing conflict. The role of self in the therapeutic relationship will be explored. Provides an overview of the recognition and primary care management of adult mental health. A clinically focused course for primary care practitioners. The content covers high prevalence conditions (depression, anxiety, adjustment disorders) along with assessment and treatment options. Long term conditions - bipolar affective disorder and schizophrenia - are discussed. Topics include recovery, cultural approaches, resilience, psychosomatic interface, stigma, CBT techniques for depression, insomnia, and alcohol and drugs. Common mental illnesses that present in Primary Care. Topics include: Child and Adolescent Mental Health (depression, risk assessment, panic disorder, substance use, eating disorders, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, families, behavioural problems, pain and somatic problems), mental health in older adults (depression, dementia, legal and ethical issues), chronic conditions (screening issues, physical and mental illness, common problems in Primary Care). This course has a clinical and practical focus. The design of appropriate interventions in the community and a variety of applied contexts (eg, in-patient units, community support services or schools) using mental health development principles such as the recovery approach, empowerment, resiliency and cultural development. The theory, research and practice regarding counselling and psycho-therapeutic approaches used in mental health and addiction service contexts. Approaches will be critically examined in terms of history, theory, social context and trends in research. Particular attention will focus on counselling methods currently in use within services. Aims to provide students with understanding and competency in assessment and intervention work with alcohol and drug affected clients. It is divided into a series of training modules focusing on comprehensive assessment, effective clinical interventions, drug specific interventions and approaches within families and communities. It will involve regular case-based supervision. Provides an overview of gambling in New Zealand with an emphasis on historical, social, psychological and public health perspectives. It examines the emergence of harm from gambling and reviews research and theory as applied in services at the level of prevention, intervention and treatment. Theoretical and practical principles of health promotion processes, combined with practical experience, in the context of relevant organisations, community groups and research projects. Students are expected to find their own placement for the practicum. Allows supervised experience for students in a Pacific-specific service. A course of study relevant to the area of placement will be prescribed. Focuses on the planning and development of interventions aimed at addressing lifestyle issues such as alcohol and other dangerous consumptions, obesity, lack of exercise and mental trauma. Students synthesise strategies from published literature and adapt them pragmatically for application in local contexts. Interventions will include those occurring in communities, primary and mental health care settings, hospitals, workplaces, and educational institutions. Theory and research regarding lifestyle issues influencing health and the information base for the delivery of health advice. Topics include: the epidemiology of risk and protection factors affecting physical and mental health; responses to alcohol, tobacco, gambling and other drug issues; reproductive health and the evidence on other lifestyle behaviours affecting health. The delivery of health interventions and the development of the processes used in providing health advice and education. Critical appraisal of the effectiveness of strategies for assisting lifestyle changes such as weight reduction, substance use and increasing exercise. Students will examine the issues and practicalities associated with introducing health interventions into primary health contexts. Learning of advanced knowledge and skills, and supervised experience within an area of Population Health. Supervised experience for students in a Pacific-specific health environment. A course of study relevant to the area of placement will be provided. Suitable for students who work within both the mental health and the alcohol and drug services. It introduces students to research and theory on coexistent disorders and examines recent developments in intervention strategies from a theoretical point of view. Develops the theoretical ideas in practice introduced in Coexisting Disorders: Theory and Principles. Additionally, students have an opportunity to reflect on the organisation of services to people with a dual diagnosis and the best practice that is offered within them. Philosophy of palliative care, self-care including professional supervision and debriefing, cultural and ethical issues in palliative care, pain and other symptom management, loss, grief and spirituality issues in palliative care. Palliative care interventions such as paracentesis and thoracentesis. Coordination and planning of future care. The psychological and social study of patients with cancer or active, progressive disease, unresponsive to curative treatment. Existential philosophy and models of coping with suffering, communication in palliative care, psychiatric disorders in palliative care, and bereavement. Advanced study in an appropriate area of palliative care that is of special interest to the student as approved by the Head of School. Management of pain, nausea and vomiting, respiratory symptoms, bowel care, mouth and skin care, cognitive mood and sleep disorders, oncological emergencies, palliative care for non malignant conditions, HIV/AIDs, and paediatric palliative care. Advanced concepts of the management of symptoms in a variety of palliative care situations. An examination of specific palliative care issues related to the care of children, adolescents, and their families. The basic biology, demographics, social policy, sociology, psychology and economics of ageing. Regulatory and accreditation requirements for facilities caring for the elderly in a wide variety of organisations and models of care for the elderly. Critical review of innovative services in elderly care.
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Critical analysis of patient-centred approaches to communication with a strong practical emphasis. Topics will reflect the learning needs of the participants as located within their own area of clinical practice, and may include: communication within family systems; preparing for and managing challenging and/or difficult communication situations, including the giving of bad news; appropriate communication styles, including assertiveness and managing conflict. The role of self in the therapeutic relationship will be explored. Provides an overview of the recognition and primary care management of adult mental health. A clinically focused course for primary care practitioners. The content covers high prevalence conditions (depression, anxiety, adjustment disorders) along with assessment and treatment options. Long term conditions - bipolar affective disorder and schizophrenia - are discussed. Topics include recovery, cultural approaches, resilience, psychosomatic interface, stigma, CBT techniques for depression, insomnia, and alcohol and drugs. Common mental illnesses that present in Primary Care. Topics include: Child and Adolescent Mental Health (depression, risk assessment, panic disorder, substance use, eating disorders, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, families, behavioural problems, pain and somatic problems), mental health in older adults (depression, dementia, legal and ethical issues), chronic conditions (screening issues, physical and mental illness, common problems in Primary Care). This course has a clinical and practical focus. The design of appropriate interventions in the community and a variety of applied contexts (eg, in-patient units, community support services or schools) using mental health development principles such as the recovery approach, empowerment, resiliency and cultural development. The theory, research and practice regarding counselling and psycho-therapeutic approaches used in mental health and addiction service contexts. Approaches will be critically examined in terms of history, theory, social context and trends in research. Particular attention will focus on counselling methods currently in use within services. Aims to provide students with understanding and competency in assessment and intervention work with alcohol and drug affected clients. It is divided into a series of training modules focusing on comprehensive assessment, effective clinical interventions, drug specific interventions and approaches within families and communities. It will involve regular case-based supervision. Provides an overview of gambling in New Zealand with an emphasis on historical, social, psychological and public health perspectives. It examines the emergence of harm from gambling and reviews research and theory as applied in services at the level of prevention, intervention and treatment. Theoretical and practical principles of health promotion processes, combined with practical experience, in the context of relevant organisations, community groups and research projects. Students are expected to find their own placement for the practicum. Allows supervised experience for students in a Pacific-specific service. A course of study relevant to the area of placement will be prescribed. Focuses on the planning and development of interventions aimed at addressing lifestyle issues such as alcohol and other dangerous consumptions, obesity, lack of exercise and mental trauma. Students synthesise strategies from published literature and adapt them pragmatically for application in local contexts. Interventions will include those occurring in communities, primary and mental health care settings, hospitals, workplaces, and educational institutions. Theory and research regarding lifestyle issues influencing health and the information base for the delivery of health advice. Topics include: the epidemiology of risk and protection factors affecting physical and mental health; responses to alcohol, tobacco, gambling and other drug issues; reproductive health and the evidence on other lifestyle behaviours affecting health. The delivery of health interventions and the development of the processes used in providing health advice and education. Critical appraisal of the effectiveness of strategies for assisting lifestyle changes such as weight reduction, substance use and increasing exercise. Students will examine the issues and practicalities associated with introducing health interventions into primary health contexts. Learning of advanced knowledge and skills, and supervised experience within an area of Population Health. Supervised experience for students in a Pacific-specific health environment. A course of study relevant to the area of placement will be provided. Suitable for students who work within both the mental health and the alcohol and drug services. It introduces students to research and theory on coexistent disorders and examines recent developments in intervention strategies from a theoretical point of view. Develops the theoretical ideas in practice introduced in Coexisting Disorders: Theory and Principles. Additionally, students have an opportunity to reflect on the organisation of services to people with a dual diagnosis and the best practice that is offered within them. Philosophy of palliative care, self-care including professional supervision and debriefing, cultural and ethical issues in palliative care, pain and other symptom management, loss, grief and spirituality issues in palliative care. Palliative care interventions such as paracentesis and thoracentesis. Coordination and planning of future care. The psychological and social study of patients with cancer or active, progressive disease, unresponsive to curative treatment. Existential philosophy and models of coping with suffering, communication in palliative care, psychiatric disorders in palliative care, and bereavement. Advanced study in an appropriate area of palliative care that is of special interest to the student as approved by the Head of School. Management of pain, nausea and vomiting, respiratory symptoms, bowel care, mouth and skin care, cognitive mood and sleep disorders, oncological emergencies, palliative care for non malignant conditions, HIV/AIDs, and paediatric palliative care. Advanced concepts of the management of symptoms in a variety of palliative care situations. An examination of specific palliative care issues related to the care of children, adolescents, and their families. The basic biology, demographics, social policy, sociology, psychology and economics of ageing. Regulatory and accreditation requirements for facilities caring for the elderly in a wide variety of organisations and models of care for the elderly. Critical review of innovative services in elderly care. The psychological aspects of ageing, common psychiatric presentations in the elderly, sleep disturbance, grief and loss, anxiety disorders, drug and alcohol abuse, depression, delirium, dementia, behavioural disorders, psychosis, and medico-legal aspects.
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