SW 311 - Neurobiology for Social Workers

3 Credit(s)

This course increases knowledge of the biological component of the bio-psycho-social perspective to help students better understand human behavior, as well as the relationship between the brain and social interaction. With an emphasis on the mind and brain, students explore issues and problems, including developmental issues such as attachment/bonding, emotions, memory, and the impact of stress/trauma. Students delve into some of the recent research related to secondary traumatization, legacy trauma, and intergenerational issues. This course focuses on using multiple perspectives in the generalist application of neurobiology research to inform assessment and intervention with emphasis placed at the micro and mezzo levels of practice. The framework of the course is based on social work values and the ethical decision-making process, as illuminated by the NASW Code of Ethics. A bio-psycho-social and cultural emphasis is applied to the various problem areas and disorders covered.
Prerequisite(s): No Prerequisites.