RC 632 Medical & Psychosocial Aspects of Disabilities

Overview of medical and functional aspects of disability in rehabilitation in addition to analysis of the psychological and social impact of disability from an individual, family, community perspective. Analysis of how persons with disabilities are affected by the psychosocial influences, cultural and spiritual beliefs, attitudes, values and environmental factors. Examines the most common illnesses and disabilities encountered for case management in rehabilitation-related settings. Overview of environmental/attitudinal barriers of various disabling conditions, focusing on young adult through mature adult populations; basic medical terminology, etiology, symptoms, diagnosis and treatment of various diseases and health issues resulting in disability.
Credits: 4
Prerequisite: Acceptance to RMHC program or consent of instructor

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