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This course examines mental health and well-being through behavioral science, with emphasis on biological, psychological, social, cultural, and ethical factors in the Philippine context. Learners develop self-care and psychosocial support skills, design a culturally appropriate community intervention, and create an advocacy output to promote mental health literacy and reduce stigma.

Syllabus

Analyze foundational concepts and definitions of mental health within personal, academic, and community contexts.
Appraise biological, psychological, and social factors that influence emotional and psychological wellness using current research and case studies.
Identify signs and indicators of mental health concerns through scenario-based assessments and reflective practice.
Develop and justify individualized self-care strategies to promote mental well-being in diverse settings.
Construct frameworks for supporting peers and community members experiencing mental health challenges, incorporating empathy and evidence-based approaches.
Evaluate diverse cultural, social, and ethical perspectives on mental health through comparative analysis and reflective discussion.
Reflect on personal attitudes, mindsets, and metacognitive strategies related to mental health, demonstrating growth in empathy and self-awareness.
Differentiate common mental health challenges by examining symptoms, contributing factors, and potential impacts on daily life.
Apply behavioral science perspectives to analyze mental health issues in the Philippine context.
Analyze psychological, cultural and social factors that shape mental health outcomes in the Filipino context.
Demonstrate practical psychosocial support skills (e.g., psychological first aid, resilience-building techniques) in simulated or real-life scenarios.
Design a culturally appropriate community-based mental health intervention program.
Produce an advocacy or communication output (e.g., infographic, policy brief, or short video) that promotes mental health literacy and reduces stigma
Apply behavioral science perspectives to analyze mental health issues in the Philippine context.
Analyze psychological, cultural and social factors that shape mental health outcomes in the Filipino context.
Demonstrate practical psychosocial support skills (e.g., psychological first aid, resilience-building techniques) in simulated or real-life scenarios.
Design a culturally appropriate community-based mental health intervention program.
Produce an advocacy or communication output (e.g., infographic, policy brief, or short video) that promotes mental health literacy and reduces stigma