Programme/Approved Electives for 2023/24
None
Available as a Free Standing Elective
No
Aims
This module enables the student to understand the concept of mental and emotional health and wellbeing across the lifespan and in contemporary society and its potential impact on individuals, families and communities. It will enable students to analyse the political, economic and social factors affecting mental health and wellbeing.
Talis Aspire Reading ListAny reading lists will be provided by the start of the course.http://lists.lib.keele.ac.uk/modules/pcs-20009/lists
Intended Learning Outcomes
Discuss the concept of mental health and wellbeing in relation to contemporary society and public health: 1Discuss how mental health and wellbeing develops across the lifespan and examine factors which may impact on this: 1Evaluate factors which promote positive mental health and wellbeing at an individual and public health level: 1
28 hours face to face teaching - 15 hours lectures, 13 hours group work2 hour assessment tutorial120 hours independent study
Description of Module Assessment
1: Essay weighted 100%A 2,500-word essayA 2,500-word essay with a focus on mental health and wellbeing in contemporary society, factors which may impact on mental health across the lifespan, and how positive mental health and wellbeing can be enabled.