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REHB5063: Rehabilitation of PTSD
2021 unit information
Exposure to traumatic events such as natural disasters, assaults and road accidents are relatively common in Australia. This unit examines the causes and consequences of posttraumatic stress disorder. Students will learn about the nature of traumatic stressors and the course of PTSD reactions. Major evidence-based approaches to treatment and rehabilitation are examined with interventions for both acute and persisting forms of the disorder being presented.
Unit details and rules
Managing faculty or University school:
Participation Sciences
| Code | REHB5063 |
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| Academic unit | Participation Sciences |
| Credit points | 6 |
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Prerequisites:
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None |
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Corequisites:
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None |
| Prohibitions:
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REHB5034 or REHB3065 |
| Assumed knowledge:
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None |
At the completion of this unit, you should be able to:
- LO1. summarise the nature of traumatic stressors
- LO2. respond to questions about the signs and symptoms of acute stress disorder and post-traumatic stress disorder
- LO3. explain to others about the longitudinal course of post-traumatic stress disorder
- LO4. determine appropriate evidence-based treatments for various stages of post-traumatic stress disorder
- LO5. differentiate between the types and benefits of early interventions
- LO6. recognise the functional limitations that may be associated with post-traumatic stress disorder
- LO7. determine the best rehabilitation interventions for people experiencing disability associated with post-traumatic stress disorder
- LO8. summarise the major legal and compensation issues related to post-traumatic stress disorder
- LO9. explain the potential issues that may result in secondary traumatic stress
- LO10. create a logical argument on a topic related to post-traumatic stress disorder
- LO11. use skills in written communication, academic writing, and academic integrity.
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