Depression is something that countless people suffer from at some point in their lives — whether chronic, treatment-resistant depression or situational depression, the impact is very real for those affected. Many organisations are now looking for staff with expertise in this area, whether for counselling or human resources purposes.
This easy-to-follow, 13-module course helps your team familiarise themselves with this poorly understood and often stigmatised issue. It is delivered entirely online, allowing study at any time and from any device with an internet connection, with knowledge tested at the end of each module to help cement key ideas.
- The symptoms of depression and how to recognise them
- The different treatment options available to those suffering from depression
- Possible causes of depression and why identifying an exact cause is often difficult, if not impossible
- Common misconceptions about depression and the use of antidepressants
- The different types of depression and their associated symptoms
- Identifying stimuli that can potentially trigger depression
- How recovery from depression is possible, while remaining aware of potential relapse
- The resources available for overcoming depression and how to find them
Spanning thirteen modules and fifteen hours of learning — from Understanding Depression and What Causes Depression? through to Life After Depression and Seeking Help – Contacts and Resources — this course is part of our Care courses and wider CPD Courses collection.
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