Aging and Psychotherapy
CPSY x853 (Section B)
| Day | Saturday, October 25, 2008 |
|---|---|
| Time | 9:00am-3:30pm |
| Room | Arts and Sciences, 102 |
| Credit | 0.6 CEUs, 6 CE Hours |
| Cost | $140.00 |
Description
As the population grays, we will see more and more people in the 60 plus age group. Is there anything unique about this population? Are there problems and issues specific to aging that are within the expertise of the counselor?
Aging can be considered on a continuum. On one end are the seriously distressed. Here clients may be concerned about memory gaps, disorientation and a general loss of function. This may include those who are dementing, depressed or severely anxious. The counselor needs to be aware of the signs and symptoms of these disorders as well as treatment opportunities.
On the other end of the continuum are those who have been consciously successful at aging. Here people seem to be alive and present. They enjoy all aspects of their lives and continue to grow and make new memories.
What are the values, attitudes and behaviors that contribute to this? These qualities are teachable and the counseling format may be the most appropriate context to teach them.
This class has both a three (3) and six (6) hour format. The student may sign up for either.
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