PSY386

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PSY386 - Caring for Older Adults and Selfcare for the Caregiver

PsychologyUndergraduateUA - UA General

Course ID

042175

Course Description

This course, designed for upper-level undergraduates, covers the basic concepts of caregiving for older adults. The emphasis is on self-care and stress management for older adults, professional caregivers, and family caregivers. Topics include family communication, caregiver identity, managing depression and stress, the economic impact of caregiving, advocacy, and coping with death and loss. Specific self-care techniques and real-world experiences will be shared throughout the course.

Min Units

3

Max Units

3

Repeatable for Credit

No

Grading Basis

GRD - Regular Grades A, B, C, D, E

Career

Undergraduate

Component

Lecture

Optional Component

No