Mental Health Around the World

Course Description

This course offers an in-depth exploration of mental health from a global perspective, focusing on the diverse ways mental health conditions are understood, treated, and experienced across different cultural and socioeconomic contexts. We will examine the global burden of mental health disorders, paying particular attention to disparities in access to care, treatment outcomes, and the cultural dimensions that influence mental health practices. Throughout the course, students will engage with key concepts and debates in the field of global mental health, including the ethical challenges of implementing mental health interventions in low-resource settings, the impact of social determinants on mental health, and the evolving landscape of global mental health policy. Our discussions will be grounded in a critical analysis of both classic and contemporary research, with a focus on the ways mental health services can be adapted to meet the needs of diverse populations. The course combines lectures, case studies, and interactive workshops to provide students with both theoretical knowledge and practical skills in global mental health. Students will be encouraged to think critically about the assumptions underlying mental health research and practice, and to consider the broader implications of mental health initiatives on global health and social justice. The overarching goal of this course is to prepare students to contribute thoughtfully and effectively to the global mental health field, whether in research, policy, or clinical practice.

Basic Enrollment Requirements: Unofficial Transcript - Bachelor's. You will be contacted after registration for required evidence of immunization. 

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Remission Eligible: Yes; all university policies apply.