PS5401
The Evidence on the Abuse of Adults
2015-2016
10
5
SCQF level 11
Full Year
Academic year(s): 2015-2016
SCOTCAT credits : 10
ECTS credits : 5
Level : SCQF level 11
Semester: Full Year
Planned timetable:
This is a module concerned with the historical evidence and prevalence of abuse of vulnerable adults. We consider definitions of abuse, the nature of harm and people most at risk from harm. The topics studied include sexual harm, physical harm, financial exploitation, neglect and self-neglect, emotional harm and discriminatory harm.
Weekly contact:
Scheduled learning hours: 0
Guided independent study hours: 0
As used by St Andrews:
As defined by QAA
Written examinations : 0%
Practical examinations : 0%
Coursework: 0%