Mental Health and Wellbeing in Older Adults

• • Introduction to the Unit
  • Module 1 Background to mental health and wellbeing in older adults
  • Module 2 Social attitudes towards mental health and ageing
  • Module 3 Quality of life in older adulthood and adjustment to life changes
  • Module 4 Common mental health conditions in later life
  • Module 5 Mental health and wellbeing interventions in later life

Others

At least 2 tertiary subjects should be completed before enrolling in this subject.

Additional requirements

No additional requirements

The subject has a focus on mental health and wellbeing in older adults. You will explore attitudes and misconceptions about the mental health and wellbeing of older adults. You will develop knowledge about how mental health status is assessed by clinicians, and the services and evidenced-based strategies and approaches that support the wellbeing of older adults.

• online discussion posts (10%)
• (15%)
• (35%)
• (40%)

Current study term: 10 Jul 22 to 16 Oct 22