ERG756 - OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY IN MENTAL DISABILITIES

Course Name Code Semester Theory
(hours/week)
Application
(hours/week)
Credit ECTS
OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY IN MENTAL DISABILITIES ERG756 2nd Semester 3 2 4 8
Prequisites
Course languageTurkish
Course typeElective 
Mode of DeliveryFace-to-Face 
Learning and teaching strategiesLecture
Question and Answer
Team/Group Work
Case Study
Brain Storming
 
Instructor (s)Mine Uyanık PhD Prof., Gonca Bumin PhD Prof., Esra Akı PhD Prof.,Gamze Ekici ÇaÄŸlar PhD Prof., ÇiÄŸdem Öksüz PhD Prof., Meral Huri PhD. Assoc. Prof., , Sedef Åžahin, PhD. Assoc. Prof., Gökçen Akyürek PhD. Assoc. Prof., Onur AltuntaÅŸ, PhD , Assoc. Prof., Hatice AbaoÄŸlu PhD , Assoc. Prof.,, Orkun Tahir Aran PhD , Assoc. Prof., 
Course objectiveExplain the properties of conditions that cause mental retardation, choose the appropriate evaluation method, making interpretation of assessments, treatment program, activity, program planning and guidance on the appropriate knowledge, skills and attitude to teach 
Learning outcomes
  1. Knows the etiology of mental problem, and early signs of classification .
  2. Evaluate occupational performance of persons with mental problems
  3. Describes sensory-perceptual-motor integration theories and the activities of daily living in mental problems
  4. Analyzes the performance components in the performance areas.
  5. Implements occupational therapy approaches in mental problem.
Course ContentDefinition of mental retardation, etiology
Early symptoms of mental retardation, classification
Model and theories of sensory perception motor integration
Occupational therapy assessment and treatment approaches
Preparing and writing the research project 
ReferencesWilliamson G, Anzalone ME. Sensory Integration and Self Regulation in Infants and Toddlers, Kranowitz CS. The Out of Sync Child
Ayres J. Sensory Integration and the Child
Turner A. Occupational Therapy and Physical Dysfunction
Valett RE. The Remediation of Learning Disabilities 

Course outline weekly

WeeksTopics
Week 1Examination of the concept of mental disorder
Week 2Etiology of mental disorder, classification and signs of early period
Week 3Examination of conditions that cause mental disorder
Week 4Theories of sensory integration
Week 5Assessment of occupational performance and activities of daily living
Week 6Midterm exam
Week 7Assessment of sensory integration
Week 8Evaluation of motor skills
Week 9Assessment of cognitive functions
Week 10Treatment approaches for children with mental disorders-1
Week 11Treatment approaches for children with mental disorders-2
Week 12Play therapy
Week 13A case report and patient practices
Week 14Examination of current literature and research projects, proposal preparation
Week 15Discussion
Week 16Final exam

Assesment methods

Course activitiesNumberPercentage
Attendance1410
Laboratory00
Application00
Field activities210
Specific practical training00
Assignments00
Presentation215
Project00
Seminar110
Midterms15
Final exam150
Total100
Percentage of semester activities contributing grade succes050
Percentage of final exam contributing grade succes050
Total100

WORKLOAD AND ECTS CALCULATION

Activities Number Duration (hour) Total Work Load
Course Duration (x14) 14 3 42
Laboratory 0 0 0
Application14228
Specific practical training000
Field activities6530
Study Hours Out of Class (Preliminary work, reinforcement, ect)14570
Presentation / Seminar Preparation11515
Project12525
Homework assignment000
Midterms (Study duration)11515
Final Exam (Study duration) 11515
Total Workload5285240

Matrix Of The Course Learning Outcomes Versus Program Outcomes

D.9. Key Learning OutcomesContrubition level*
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1. Plays an active role in developing new methods and models in occupational therapy, adapts international knowledge to our country, and designs approaches that facilitate daily life. X   
2. Conducts independent, evidence-based research in the field of occupational therapy, analyzes results, presents, discusses, publishes, and contributes to new knowledge creation.    X
3. Participates as a researcher and executor in national and international projects, conducting interdisciplinary research.X    
4. Works ethically with colleagues, other rehabilitation professionals, and related occupational groups, assuming leadership and managerial roles. X   
5. Develops and implements policies that enhance the rights of marginalized individuals and communities to participate in activities and fulfill societal roles.   X 
6. Adheres to research ethics while acquiring lifelong learning and teaching skills and attitudes. X   
7. Engages in interdisciplinary work, integrating knowledge from various scientific fields to develop interprofessional learning behaviors.  X  
8. Researches to enhance the quality of supervisory, advisory, managerial, and observational roles related to occupational therapy services.X    
9. Uses information technology and foreign language skills for collaboration and information sharing with stakeholdersX    
10. Analyzes community needs based on cultural variability and leads the creation of new areas to enhance participation.   X 

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