Credits:
3
This course will build on the competencies developed in CYC255 (Child and Adolescent Mental Health I) and will examine a range of disorders of childhood, adolescence and young adulthood not previously addressed. These mental illnesses will be examined from a holistic perspective. Each will be explored extensively with respect to it`s impact on the individual, family and community. A look at the symptoms, causes, treatments and prevention approaches from the Child and Youth Care perspective will be included.