Depression Awareness
Course Overview
Depression affects over 350 million people globally, making it a significant mental health challenge. This online course is designed to increase awareness of depression, focusing on how it is identified, diagnosed, categorised, and treated.
The course begins by exploring how depression is diagnosed and the different classifications of depression. You’ll also gain insights into related mental health disorders. From there, it delves into the causes of depression and the everyday challenges that can make managing it more difficult.
You’ll learn to recognise symptoms of depression in adults, teenagers, and children and understand how to seek appropriate help. The course includes a detailed section on psychotic depression, exploring how to identify it and the treatments available.
It also examines the physical and social impact of depression, including its effects on family members and those living with someone experiencing depression. Management strategies and treatment options are covered, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), relaxation methods, mood management techniques, and medications like Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors (SSRIs).
Finally, the course highlights the importance of lifestyle factors such as diet, exercise, and balancing work and personal life to manage depression effectively.
Learning Outcomes
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
- Define what depression is and understand the diagnostic process.
- Recognise the causes and symptoms in adults, teenagers, and children.
- Identify management techniques and available support systems.
- Understand the impact of depression on individuals and their families or support networks.
Who Should Take This Course?
This course is ideal for professionals in health and social care who want to improve their understanding of depression to enhance the support they provide. It’s also suitable for anyone outside of these sectors who is interested in learning more about depression, with no prior knowledge required.
Why Choose This Course?
Online training is a convenient, cost-effective solution. Participants can complete the modules at their own pace, fitting the training into their work and personal schedules.
Next Steps
For further development, consider complementing this course with additional training such as:
- Developing a Workplace Mental Health Policy
- Stress Awareness
Course | Module number | Module name | Pass % required |
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Depression Awareness | 1 | Introduction | 70 |
Depression Awareness | 2 | The Causes of Depression | 70 |
Depression Awareness | 3 | Effects on the Individual, Family and Friends | 70 |
Depression Awareness | 4 | Depression Management and Support: Part 1 | 70 |
Depression Awareness | 5 | Depression Management and Support: Part 2 | 70 |