2019-2020 Graduate and Professional Program Catalog (Updated Spring 2020) 
    
    Dec 21, 2024  
2019-2020 Graduate and Professional Program Catalog (Updated Spring 2020) [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

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RECN 624 Psycho‐Social Aspects of Disabilities

Credit 3
The course covers concepts, skills and knowledge of the social and psychological factors that either directly or indirectly effect the quality of life, adjustment and full societal participation of individuals with severe disabilities. Particular focus is placed on coping mechanisms, individual, familial, and cultural attitudes, and strategies that seek to facilitate human dignity, productivity and inclusion. The course will address human growth and potential, attitudinal barriers and vocational implications of disability. Physical disability, mental illness, congenital, developmental and emotional disabilities are addressed. The social and psychological factors that contribute to resiliency and minimize vulnerability are emphasized.



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