Personal Development: Introduction to Different Perspectives on Mental Health
Course details
Course code
Q00019893Course date
Number of classes
1 sessionsTimetable
Tutor
Kevin WalkerFee range
How you'll learn
Venue
OnlineLevel of study
Entry Levels 1,2,3: If you have never studied this subject before and you’re not confident in your skills, Entry levels are a good starting point.
Level 1: Covers basic skills and knowledge needed for this subject
Level 2: Building on basic knowledge or experience. Similar to Grade 4/ C at GCSE or O level in England or Standards in Scotland.
Level 3: Learn about the topic in-depth and have a broad range of skills. Independent working Equivalent to an A level in England or Higher in Scotland.
Beginners: A perfect introduction if you have no experience and skills in this subject.
Improvers: The next step if you have basic skills or knowledge but want to progress them further.
Advanced: Build on the solid experience and skills you have in this subject, applying your skills and knowledge in a more complex way.
Course overview
Course description
This is a introduction for a longer course starting in January. It will introduce the perspectives
used and explain how they can be applied to look at Mental Health in different ways. This
is not about dismissing any of the perspectives but about exploring how some might be
more useful in different situations.
It is open to all, and no previous knowledge is assumed. It is suitable for those on a
recovery journey, for those with a personal interest in mental health, and those seeking to
use their own experience to help others. Teaching is a mix of short presentations, small
group discussions and lots of open questions.
The tutor has a wealth of experience of exploring psychological issues with adults but is
not a mental health practitioner. This course is more educational than therapeutic.
We will use these different perspectives to consider questions such as
· Can the mind be sick like the body?
· Is mental ill-health a state of mind or the result of trying to fit into an insane world?
The follow up course starts on Wednesday January 8th for 6 weeks from 2.30pm to
4.30pm. To find out more visit https://www.wea.org.uk/courses/humanities-
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