CHILD PSYCHOLOGY AND MENTAL HEALTH

Course Description

This course included the subjects; such as Characteristics of mental health, definition, importance, historical development, theories about mental health, periods of mental development, behavior and adjustment problems in children, special situations within the family, parental attitudes, other factors affecting mental health, infancy, childhood and adolescence Depression in childhood and adolescence, youth age and problems, intergenerational conflicts. Course teaches the subject above in order to help the child and adolescent to develop their spiritual development, parents, teachers, and child development workers must know their personality traits that they will develop according to their lifetime. Child and adolescent mental health services provide preventive mental health services by helping normal children and adolescents to identify healthy ways of development, adaptation and success.

CHILD PSYCHOLOGY AND MENTAL HEALTH

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Course Syllabus

Reference Books & Course Materials

1. 01 Güngör, A. (1994). Aile İçi Etkileşim, Ankara: Gazi Ünv. Mesleki Eğt. Fak. Yayın No.7.
2. 02 Yörükoğlu,A.(1997).Çocuk Ruh Sağlığı,Özgür Yayınları,İstanbul
3. 03 Clifford,T.,Morgan(2015). Psikolojiye Giriş

Learning Outcomes

1. L01 Define the basic concepts of mental health. Explain the importance and historical development of mental health. SOLO 3
2. L02 Knows and summarizes the factors affecting child mental health. SOLO 2
3. L03 Discuss the problems related to developmental stages in children. SOLO 4
4. L04 Explains the factors causing adaptation and behavior problems in children and offers solutions. SOLO 4
5. L05 Identifies and evaluates the symptoms of mental health disorders in children and adolescents. SOLO 2
6. L06 Sorts preventive measures in terms of mental health, cooperates with families and experts. SOLO 3

Program Outcomes

1. P01 Demonstrate an understanding of the core subfields of psychology — including but not limited to clinical, developmental, cognitive, social, and biological/neuroscientific psychology — and their interconnections with other scientific disciplines, critically evaluating the value of a multidisciplinary approach to scientific inquiry in psychology.
2. P02 Apply scientific methods, research techniques, measurement and psychometric principles (e.g., reliability, validity, scale development/adaptation), and quantitative/statistical reasoning to investigate psychological phenomena, recognizing methodological strengths, limitations, common reasoning fallacies, and the flaws of pseudoscience.
3. P03 Employ logical, intuitive, and creative thinking to analyze psychological concepts, evaluate theories (including their historical and philosophical development), synthesize information, and solve complex problems related to cognition and behavior.
4. P04 Integrate psychological theories and findings into practical settings (e.g., business, policy, clinical/counseling contexts, and daily life), applying foundational applied skills such as interviewing, observation, and case formulation, drawing meaningful conclusions to inform individual, organizational, and societal practices.
5. P05 Describe key ethical principles in psychological research and practice, critically applying these principles to dilemmas across academic, professional, and everyday contexts.
6. P06 Recognize how individual differences (e.g., beliefs, values, backgrounds) impact behavior and relationships; use psychological knowledge to prevent or resolve intercultural and interpersonal conflicts and promote inclusive, respectful interactions.
7. P07 Exhibit self-regulation and self-awareness, demonstrating a commitment to psychological well-being, effective time management, constructive incorporation of feedback, and ongoing personal and professional development.
8. P08 Collaborate effectively in diverse teams, demonstrating responsibility, bias awareness, conflict resolution skills, and leadership in achieving collective goals.
9. P09 Communicate psychological knowledge clearly and appropriately for academic, professional, and public audiences using inclusive language, both in written and oral formats, and by accurately summarizing and presenting research findings.
10. P10 Use information and communication technologies (including AI and digital media) responsibly and effectively for research, collaboration, and the dissemination of psychological knowledge.
11. P11 Embrace lifelong learning and adaptability in response to evolving psychological knowledge and societal needs, engaging with global perspectives and demonstrating intercultural awareness.

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