CHILD AND ADOLESCENT MENTAL HEALTH

Course Description

The concepts of mental health and illness. Theories about mental health. Relation of mental health and developmental period. Child and adolescent mental health, family mental health definitions.Child mental health and mental development characteristics. The effects of parental attitudes on child mental health. Healthy and unhealthy parental attitudes. Divorce, loss of parent and absence of parent, effects on child mental health. The role of care and education in healthy psychosocial development. Psychological problems in childhood.Mental health and developmental characteristics of the adolescent. The effects of parental attitudes on adolescent mental health. Healthy and unhealthy parental attitudes. Divorce, loss of parents and lack of parental influence on mental health. The effects of school and peer relations on adolescents.In children and adolescents, communication, self-expression, refusal, etc. The premiere of the development of life skills.

CHILD AND ADOLESCENT MENTAL HEALTH

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Course Syllabus

Reference Books & Course Materials

1. 01 Ekşi, A. (2011). Ben Hasta Değilim, Nobel Tıp Kitabevleri
2. 02 Bakırcıoğlu R. (2015).Çocuk ve Ergen Ruh Sağlıgı, Anı Yayıncılık (6. Baskı)

Learning Outcomes

1. L01 Defines the characteristics of mentally healthy children SOLO 2
2. L02 Identify the types of mental health problems that exist in children SOLO 2
3. L03 Expresses how the psychological counselor should behave in the face of existing mental health problems in the child. SOLO 3
4. L04 Coordinates the ways of working in coordination with co-workers regarding the mental health problems of the child within the school. SOLO 4
5. L05 describes the intervention strategies of the teacher against the problems of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, fear of school, stealing, lying. SOLO 3
6. L06 Describes the psychological effects of situations such as divorce, new family order and death on children. SOLO 2

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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