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Substance Abuse, Neuropsychiatry and Psychopharmacology

This is an extension of biological basis of behaviour with special reference to neurotransmitters and neuromodulators. The mechanism of action of various antipsychotic and anxiolytic drugs will be discussed with reference to their cognitive, emotional and behavioural effects. Students will be introduced to psychiatric diagnostic categories, the uses and limitations of the classificatory systems (DSM V and ICD 10). Treatment and relapse prevention strategies will also be discussed. The course presents to trainees theories of substance abuse and addiction. Psychosocial effects of illegal substances in the Ghanaian context will be addressed. Treatment approaches, rehabilitation and relapse prevention will also be discussed.

Course Code: 
CHP 808
No. of Credits: 
3
Level: 
Level 800
Course Semester: 
First Semester
Select Programme(s): 
Clinical Health Psychology

Psychodiagnostics, Clinical Interviews and Case Formulations

Various assessment tools and their relevance in the Ghanaian context will be introduced. Assessment tools for personality, cognition, emotions and behaviours in both children and adults will be introduced. The rationale for the use of such tools will be discussed. It will also introduce trainees to principles of case formulation and treatment strategies. Application of psychological theories and models of human development across the lifespan will be the focus in case formulation. Emphasis will be placed on evidence-based formulation.

Course Code: 
CHP 807
No. of Credits: 
3
Level: 
Level 800
Course Semester: 
First Semester
Select Programme(s): 
Clinical Health Psychology

Clinical Psychology and Spirituality

In this course, we discuss the spirituality of humanity drawing on theories in humanistic and transpersonal psychology. Eastern and Western concepts of humanity on the one hand and the African and Ghanaian philosophical beliefs about humanity will be discussed. The concept of healing from the various traditional groups will be examined with the view to having an appropriate scientific understanding of the concepts. Included in this course are the Freudian, Neo-Freudian, Jungian and Ghanaian mythology as they relate to spirit and human functioning, physical health and mental health.

Course Code: 
CHP 806
No. of Credits: 
3
Level: 
Level 800
Course Semester: 
First Semester
Select Programme(s): 
Clinical Health Psychology

Advanced Research Methods in Clinical and Health Psychology

Clinical research methods and ethics in clinical psychology will be covered in this course. Trainees will be introduced to both quantitative and qualitative methods. Single case experimental designs and naturalistic case studies will be taught in this course. Psychometric theories of test designs will be taught. Professional and political implications of research outcome interpretations will be discussed. The course will also focus on the importance of informed consent in clinical research

Course Code: 
CHP 805
No. of Credits: 
3
Level: 
Level 800
Course Semester: 
First Semester
Select Programme(s): 
Clinical Health Psychology

Special Education and Intellectual Disabilities

The focus of this course will be on the history and aetiology of intellectual difficulties; clinical syndromes; behaviour management of intellectual difficulties; mental health problems and talking therapies; occupational concerns and social skills training as well as educational strategies for behaviour management.

Course Code: 
CHP 804
No. of Credits: 
3
Level: 
Level 800
Course Semester: 
First Semester
Select Programme(s): 
Clinical Health Psychology

Clinical Neuropsychology

This is an introductory course that will briefly discuss neuroanatomy, neurophysiology and clinical syndromes. It will also discuss neuropsychological assessments in the areas of Alzheimer’s dementia and Parkinson’s disease. Neuropsychological profiling of HIV/AIDS dementia will also be discussed. The course will also introduce students to neuropsychological rehabilitation especially in the areas of head injury and stroke.

Course Code: 
CHP 803
No. of Credits: 
3
Level: 
Level 800
Course Semester: 
First Semester
Select Programme(s): 
Clinical Health Psychology

Child and Adult Psychopathology

Trainees will be introduced to psychopathology dealing with aetiology of mental disorders using the biopsychosocial and spiritual models of functioning; psychopathology of psychotic and neurotic disorders, including stress-related and somatoform disorders; personality and behaviour disorders; psychological disorders of ageing and psychopathology of childhood and adolescence.

Course Code: 
CHP 802
No. of Credits: 
3
Level: 
Level 800
Course Semester: 
First Semester
Select Programme(s): 
Clinical Health Psychology

Perspectives in Clinical Health Psychology

This course introduces trainees to the broad history of clinical psychology and its role in understanding mental health, promoting mental health and rehabilitation of the mentally ill. The course will also discuss the importance of clinical health psychology in the Ghanaian context, the scientist-practitioner role and the settings in which clinical health psychologists may work will be discussed. Policies and legislation within mental health and related health areas will be discussed. Juvenile health policies, DOVVSU policies as they affect mental health and physical well-being will also be discussed in this course. There will also be a focus on issues relating to education, disability and equal opportunity.

Course Code: 
CHP 801
No. of Credits: 
3
Level: 
Level 800
Course Semester: 
First Semester
Select Programme(s): 
Clinical Health Psychology

Computer Application in Education

The course is to enable students gain computer knowledge to complete their thesis and oral examination. It is also, to equip students with skills in ICT that they may need to teach in their various areas of specialization. The course is intended to equip students with computer literacy to help them improve in the presentation and teaching of Home Economics Education. Data management tools such as MS Excel and MS Access as well as Presentation tool such as Power Point would be explored.

Course Code: 
EPS 812A
No. of Credits: 
3
Level: 
Level 800
Course Semester: 
First Semester
Select Programme(s): 
Clinical Health Psychology

Academic Writing

The course is designed to reinforce and further develop the writing skills of students at the postgraduate level. It is centred on the notion that the future success in postgraduate work is dependent to some extent, on the individual student’s ability to demonstrate understanding and insights regarding diverse forms of academic writing. This course will further provide students, nuanced understanding with respect to linguistic/ rhetorical theoretical underpinnings, features of academic writing and the requisite skills regarding argumentation and research centred-writing.

Course Code: 
SGS 801
No. of Credits: 
3
Level: 
Level 800
Course Semester: 
First Semester
Select Programme(s): 
Clinical Health Psychology

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