Module: PS7007-30 - The Social Neuropsychology of Mental Health

Level: 7

Credit Value: 30

Module Tutor: Dr Alison Lee

Module Tutor Contact Details: a.c.lee@bathspa.ac.uk

1. Brief description and aims of module

This module will examine the role of psychology in the identification and treatment of the different kinds of mental distress. We will also look at the way that neuropsychology can offer a unique perspective in this area by contrasting psychiatric conditions with the more organic disorders. We will also look at mindfulness and assess its contribution in the treatment of mental distress. This module offers a unique perspective that will enhance the student’s ability to work in this field. An aim of this module is to teach students the advanced searching skills they will need at this level of level of study and beyond.

2. Outline Syllabus & Teaching & Learning Methods

1. Introduction to the area and an outline of core threads;

2. A normal life

3. Stress and control

4. Emotions and emotional regulation

5. Pathology - psychosis

6. Neuropsychology of psychosis

7. Emotional disorders

8. Anxiety disorders

9. Somatoform disorders

10. Recovery

11. Treatment - neuropsychology

12 Treatment - psychosocial

13. Conclusions

The module will be comprised of lectures and seminars. Seminar material will included a Reader of journal articles for class discussion. There will be two timetabled individual tutorial appointments during the course of this module.

Assessment Item 1:

• Assessment Type: Course Work
• Description: 3000 word reflexive diary
• % Weighting: 40%

Assessment Item 2:

• Assessment Type: Course Work
• Description: 4000 word systematic literature review
• % Weighting: 60%