| 1. |
Identify themes and research advances in the field of mental health. |
| 2. |
Discuss the origins of stigma and its impact. |
| 3. |
Recognize the relationship between brain function and behavior. |
| 4. |
Identify approaches to prevention and treatment of mental disorders. |
| 5. |
Recognize the impact of the organization and financing of mental-health care. |
| 6. |
Discuss the impact of consumer and family movements in the area of mental-health service delivery. |
| 7. |
Utilize a lifespan approach to the consideration of mental health and mental illness. |
| 8. |
Discuss mental health in a social and cultural context. |
| 9. |
Discuss the impact of nature and nurture in the area of mental health. |
| 10. |
Describe common psychiatric disorders and their prevalence throughout the lifespan. |
| 11. |
Recognize preventative measures and effective clinical interventions for children, adults and older adults. |
| 12. |
Identify barriers to accessing mental-health services for children, adults and older adults. |
| 13. |
Describe the costs and financing mechanisms for mental-health services. |
| 14. |
Recognize the benefits and limitations of confidentiality. |
| 15. |
Discuss the recommendations of the Surgeon General's Report for the future of mental-health service delivery. |