Mental Health Management in Special Needs

This course focuses on understanding and managing mental health problems among persons with special needs, which are often masked by behavioural problems and may present differently due to limitations in verbal or cognitive ability. Psychological management includes screening for mental health concerns, recognising clients' needs and strengths, adapting psychological therapies, supporting clients' access and use of mental health services, and recognising and reporting risk and forensic implications. Signs of caregiver stress and burnout are also briefly covered.