Mental Health and Wellness
| Subject code | MH914 |
| Lecturer | Meagan Wilson |
| Delivery mode | Online, self-directed |
| Duration | 10 weeks |
| Next start date | Visit timetable |
Subject Overview
A state of mental wellbeing is defined as every individual having the opportunity to realise their own potential, cope with the normal stresses of life and make a positive contribution to their community. Mental health is deeply interconnected with one’s relationships, environment, and broader social context. Rapidly evolving knowledge based on a person’s lived experiences, research evidence and the emergence of new technologies, challenges traditional beliefs encouraging us to rethink our approaches to mental health and wellness. This subject explores recent developments in our understanding of mental health and wellbeing, including significant challenges, their impact on the lives of individuals and their families, and how people can be supported in cultivating resilience, meaning and wellbeing through compassionate care and mental health support.
Learning Outcomes
- Critically analyse diverse responses to mental health conditions with a focus on cultural, ethical and compassionate considerations.
- Evaluate the impact of mental health challenges on individuals, families, carer and society, considering social and environmental factors.
- Apply strengths-based approaches to mental health focusing on recovery, resilience, and wellbeing in clinical practices.
- Critically evaluate assessment and diagnosis processes for mental health conditions, integrating research evidence, lived experiences, and technological advancements.
- Demonstrate self-care and ethical stewardship in professional mental health practice, reflecting on the importance of personal we–being for sustained ethical practice.
Assessments
- Assessment 1: Reflective journal (20%, due week 5)
- Assessment 2: Case study (35%, due week 7)
- Assessment 3: Presentation (45%, due week 10)