SPE G 623 - Psychosocial Aspects of Visual Impairment

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 Impairment

Valerie Haven , Ph.D.

Special Education
University of Massuchetts - Boston

Course Structure: Hour long classes - four times a week

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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.

Citation: Haven, V. (2007, May 08). Psychosocial Aspects of Visual Impairment. Retrieved November 06, 2014, from UMass Boston OpenCourseware Web site: http://ocw.umb.edu/special-education/psychosocial-aspects-of-visual-impairment.
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