SPE G 623 - Psychosocial Aspects of Visual Impairment
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This course will investigate the psychosocial aspects of vision loss. Coping techniques and issues of self-esteem will be explored along with the principles of self-determination.
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Psychosocial Aspects of Visual ImpairmentValerie Haven , Ph.D. Special Education Course Structure: Hour long classes - four times a week |
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Course Description
This course investigates the psychosocial aspects of vision loss. Coping techniques and issues of self-esteem are explored, along with principles of self-determination. Other topics include the psychosocial aspects of personal life management such as orientation and mobility, use of volunteers, sexuality, and the Americans with Disabilities Act. Psychosocial issues specific to people from diverse cultures are also addressed.
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Haven, V. (May 08, 2007). Psychosocial Aspects of Visual Impairment. Retrieved Nov 06, 2014, from UMass Boston OpenCourseware Web site: http://ocw.umb.edu/special-education/psychosocial-aspects-of-visual-impairment.
