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PSMX 407 - Forensic Psychiatry

Convenors

• Ass. Prof. Phil Brinded
• Dr Ceri Evans

Eligibility

Students will require evidence of suitable clinical experience to be admitted to this paper.

The paper can be taken as part of a Postgraduate Certificate in Health Sciences (Forensic Mental Health) in conjunction with either:

• PSMX 401: Nature, Extent and Assessment of Mental Disorders or
• NURX 403: Mental Health Nursing Practice.

This course can also be taken as part of a 120-point Postgraduate Diploma in Health Sciences (Mental Health).

Content

PSMX 407 examines key aspects of forensic mental health within a framework of self-directed learning and critical reflection on how new information impacts on clinical practice.

Components of forensic mental health covered during this course include:

• Legislation as it applies to the mentally ill (both criminal and civil), including the concepts of fitness to stand trial and legal insanity
• The history and operation of forensic psychiatric services within New Zealand,
• Aggression and impulsivity
• Conduct disorder
• The association between mental disorder and violence
• Violence risk assessment
• Substance abuse
• Offending and psychiatric care and treatment approaches in secure facilities

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Teaching Arrangements

The course requires participation in four compulsory two-day workshops in Christchurch. In between times self-directed learning is encouraged with the provision of a study guide to assist with preparation for the next workshop.

Workshop dates to be advised.

Assessment

• Essay (50%)
• Exam (50%)

Enquiries regarding this paper should be directed to Judith Stone, Departmental/Postgraduate Administrator, Department of Psychological Medicine, Christchurch School of Medicine and Health Sciences, P O Box 4345, Christchurch; Tel (03) 372 0404, Fax (03) 372 0407, Email judith.stone@chmeds.ac.nz

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