PSY2214 Mental health and wellbeing across the lifespan
Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences
PSY2214 Mental health and wellbeing across the lifespan is a level 2, 6-credit-point, undergraduate unit from the Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences, offered in 2026 in Semester 1 at Malaysia. It has no prerequisites.
- Credit points
- 6
- Offered in 2026
- Semester 1
- Malaysia
- Assessment
- No exam
- 3 tasks
This is the 2026 handbook entry. See the 2027 entry.
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Requisites
Before PSY2214
No prerequisites or corequisites besides the enrolment rules below.
After PSY2214
No unit lists PSY2214 as a prerequisite in the 2026 handbook.
Enrolment rules
Must be enrolled in an undergraduate course.
Pre-requisite: Must have passed 24 credit points.
Co-requisite: PSY2071
Overview
You will develop a deep understanding of the approaches, practice framework, and processes for ethically working with individuals across the lifespan. The knowledge and skills gained will be embedded within researcher-practitioner and evidence-based practice models of mental health and wellbeing.
Throughout this course, you will have the opportunity to cultivate knowledge and skills for effectively working with individuals and families from diverse backgrounds. Emphasis will be placed on promoting well-being, identifying mental health challenges, and raising awareness of preventive strategies. Moreover, you will apply your knowledge and skills in a manner that emphasises cultural relevance and social justice.
Offerings in 2026
| Teaching period | Campus | Mode |
|---|---|---|
| First semester | Malaysia | On campus |
Assessment
- Case Study Analysis and Reflection (1,200 words)Written20%
- Critical review (1,800 words)Written40%
- Infographic poster (Group presentation 10 mins plus 5 mins Q&A)Artefact40%
Assessment details may change. Please refer to the assessment information in Moodle closer to the start of the teaching period.
Learning outcomes
When you finish this unit, you should be able to:
- 1
Critically evaluate different psychological theories and cultural practices related to mental health and wellbeing across the lifespan.
- 2
Apply evidence-based and scientist-practitioner approaches related to mental health and well-being across the lifespan.
- 3
Identify risk and protective factors based on the biopsychosocial model for mental health and well-being across the lifespan.
- 4
Recognise the significance of ethical guidelines and cultural responsiveness in research on mental health issues across the lifespan.
- 5
Analyse how mental health literacy evolves throughout the lifespan to develop targeted campaigns that address gaps in mental health awareness.
Workload and teaching
- Tutorials24 hours
- Lectures24 hours
Two hours of lectures per week.
Two hours of tutorials per week.
Preparation: Eight hours background reading/preparation for lectures, tutorials and assessment tasks per week.
Attendance at tutorials is recommended in order to successfully complete in-class activities and related assessment tasks.
Contacts
- Unit Coordinators
- Dr Sara Subhan
- Chief Examiners
- Dr Sadia Saleem
Common questions
What are the prerequisites for PSY2214?
PSY2214 has no prerequisites, but enrolment rules apply.
When is PSY2214 offered?
In 2026, PSY2214 runs in Semester 1 at Malaysia.
Does PSY2214 have an exam?
No. PSY2214 has 3 assessment tasks and no exam.