Description
This course presents the theory and rationale of competency-based OT intervention for psychosocial dysfunctions across the lifespan(although greater focus is placed upon teenage through senescence populations). Students will apply the mental health frames of reference to specific dysfunctional, occupational issues including but not limited to decreased process skills, poor social integration, failure to manage emotional and behavioral problems, failure to adapt to environmental situations, poor role and habit formation, etc. Client-centered interventions, group process, cultural sensitivity, and evidence-based practice lay the foundations for learning. This course also discusses the role of the OTA in Mental Health.