Introduction to Psychiatry (KF_040)

To form an understanding of the history of the mental health care system in the world and in Latvia. To form an understanding of the Latvian mental health care system. To develop an understanding of the classification of mental disorders according to ICD-11. To form an understanding of the epidemiology, etiology and pathogenesis of mental disorders, their clinical manifestations and course, the basic principles of their treatment and rehabilitation. To develop an understanding of the possibilities of psychological help in cases of mental disorders. To develop an understanding of the ethical and legal principles to be followed in cases of mental disorders. To develop an understanding of care planning and the division of responsibilities between different professionals in cases of mental disorders. To acquire basic skills in working with clients with mental disorders - formation of a therapeutic alliance, assessment of the client's mental condition and its dynamics. To acquire basic skills for defining the client's social problems and creating opportunities to solve them.