Course Overview
Depression Awareness course will also discuss the causes, and symptoms in adults, children, and teens and how to seek help. Around 350 million people on the planet suffer from depression. This online course will increase awareness of this disease, teaching how to recognize and diagnose it, along with the various types of depression and related conditions. It will provide insight into managing symptoms through Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors (SSRIs), Relaxation Techniques, and Mood Management. Plus, one will learn about the physical & social effects of depression on individuals & those around them as well as diet, exercise & work-life balance/lifestyle.
Learning Outcomes
- Understand what depression is & the diagnostic process behind it.
- Recognize causes & symptoms.
- Gain knowledge on management techniques and available support
- Be able to identify physical & social impacts of the disorder.
Target Audience
This course is ideal for those in health or social care who seek to better help those suffering from depression or anyone wanting to learn more about it.
Advantages
Online training offers flexibility and cost-efficiency for busy people looking for maximum convenience when learning something new.
Further Progression
For further knowledge enhancement related to this topic one may also want to consider taking Developing a Workplace Mental Health Policy, Stress Awareness or Mental Health First Aid courses.
Course Features
- Lectures 0
- Quizzes 0
- Duration 45 minutes
- Skill level All levels
- Language English
- Students 0
- Assessments Yes
