Signs and symptoms of depression, coping strategies, and self-care techniques. Additionally, you’ll explore various therapeutic approaches, communication methods, and support systems to effectively manage and navigate through depression, promoting mental well-being and resilience.
Dealing with depression is essential for individuals facing this mental health challenge. It promotes self-awareness, early intervention, healthy coping mechanisms, reduced stigma, and improved overall well-being. Understanding depression supports suicide prevention efforts and encourages a more compassionate and informed society about mental health.
Course Content
- Definition of depression and history of depression
- Overview of the prevalence and impact of depression on individuals and society
- Various symptoms and diagnostic criteria for depression
- Differentiating between depression and other mental health conditions
- The use of standardised assessments to diagnose depressio
- Biological and genetic factors that contribute to depression
- Role of environmental stressors and life events in the development of depression
- The impact of social and cultural factors on depression
- Overview of the different types of depression
- Major Depressive Disorder
- Persistent Depressive Disorder
- Seasonal Affective Disorder
- Postpartum Depression
- Psychotic Depression
- Bipolar Disorder
- Atypical Depression
- Overview of the various treatment options for depression
- Evidence-based approaches to treating depression
- Use of pharmacological interventions
- Overview of lifestyle and self-care strategies to manage depression
- The role of mindfulness and meditation in managing depression
- Strategies for building social support and seeking help when needed
- Overview of the impact of depression on specific populations
- Unique challenges and considerations for treating depression in different populations
- Overview of the risk factors and warning signs of suicide
- Strategies for assessing and managing suicide risk
- Approaches to suicide prevention
- Overview of the challenges of recovery from depression
- Strategies for maintaining treatment gains and preventing relapse
- The importance of self-monitoring and ongoing self-care in maintaining recovery
- Overview of emerging research on the causes and treatment of depression
- The impact of technological innovations on the treatment of depression
- Promising approaches and future directions for improving the diagnosis and treatment of depression
- Non-accredited: Short course only
- Duration: 1h 30m
- Delivery: Classroom/Online/Blended
- Access Period: 12 Months
