James Cook University Subject Handbook - 2021

PY5305 - Biopsychosocial and Cultural Models of Health

Subject Description

In this subject students will learn about biopsychosocial and cultural models applied to specific health disorders. Students will have the opportunity to develop skills in biopsychosocial formulation and development of evidence-based treatment plans. Complex cases will be used to integrate knowledge and skills regarding physical and mental health. Students will have the opportunity to disseminate information about the relevance of psychology in managing physical health conditions to their peers and others.

Learning Outcomes

• apply and justify advanced psychological knowledge in the biopsychosocial assessment and development of treatment plans for health conditions
• expertly communicate to relevant stakeholders, about the biopsychosocial and cultural impacts of health conditions
• demonstrate knowledge of cultural considerations across health presentations
• evaluate, synthesize, and apply biopsychosocial and cultural models of health in the context of prevention and treatment of health disorders

Subject Assessment

• Oral > Presentation 1 - (20%) - Individual
• Participation > Class participation - Individual
• Written > Case notes - (60%) - Individual
• Performance/Practice/Product > Multimedia production - (20%) - Individual

Note that minor variations might occur due to the continuous subject quality improvement process, and in case of minor variation(s) in assessment details, the Subject Outline represents the latest official information.

Special Assessment Requirements

Pass requirements: pass every assessment item; participate in all scheduled classes; achieve a cumulative score of at least 50% after the application of any penalties such as late penalties.

Inadmissible Subject Combinations:  PY5001 PY5003 PY5006 PY5007 PY5011 PY5012 PY5013 PY6001 PY6002 PY6003 PY6010 PY6015 PY6201 PY6202 PY6203

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