Mental Health in Developing Countries

Course Description

This topic serves as an introductory session for the students to get to know each other through engaging activities, followed by a presentation of the course overview (including its materials and assignment) as well as an interactive course to understand the concepts of mental health. Upon completion of this topic, students will have a fundamental understanding of mental health, which will be enriched in further classes.

Course Schedule

Time Topic
Week 1 Course Introduction
Week 2 Understanding Mental Health
Week 3 Social Dimensions of Mental Health in Developing Countries
Week 4 Community-Based Mental Health Services
Week 5 Community-Based Initiative
Week 6 Mental Health and Human Rights
Week 7 Research Methodology and Assignment Explanation
Week 8 Mental Health & Inclusivity

Note: Synchronous class will be conducted for 120 minutes each session

Students Evaluation

  1. Participation – 60%
  2. Final Assignment – 40%

Literature References