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Depression & Bipolar Disorder Awareness
Course Overview
This course examines the medical and psycho-social models of mental health and ill health, and thus places depression and bipolar disorder in their broader contexts. Different types of depression are looked at, as well as the different degrees that they can manifest themselves (mild, moderate and severe). The causes and the signs and symptoms of both clinical depression and bipolar disorder are focused on, as are the treatments, support and self-help appropriate for both conditions. This will include time spent on WRAPs and crisis plans. Throughout the course the medical perspective is balanced with the lived reality of people who have these conditions. The day finishes with the recovery model and the ways in which it can help both people who suffer from depression and bipolar disorder as well as those who are supporting them.
Learning Outcomes- The medical and psycho-social models of mental health and ill health
- The different types of depression
- The causes and the signs and symptoms of clinical depression
- Treatments, support and self-help for depression
- The causes and the signs and symptoms of bipolar disorder
- Treatments, support and self-help for bipolar disorder
- Recovery: depression and bipolar disorder
- Lived experience: personal testimonies
- Resources, contacts and further reading
Methods of Delivery
This course is very interactive and is designed to give delegates a good overview of the key issues on the agenda. The trainer will employ a mix of group work, case studies, a quiz, and visual presentation throughout the day.
- Course Content
- Audience
- Training Considerations
- Certification
- Related Courses
Course Content
By the end of this course learners should be able to describe - The medical and psycho-social models of mental health and ill health
- The causes and the signs and symptoms of both clinical depression and bipolar disorder
- The treatments, support and self-help that relate to both conditions
- How to engage with and support someone who has depression or bipolar disorder in a way that fosters good rapport and minimises stigmatisation
- How the recovery model can aid this work
Target Audience
This course is relevant to anybody in the voluntary sector who works with people who suffer from depression or bipolar disorder, or for people who themselves have these conditions.
Training Considerations
The course is suitable for both frontline staff and managers.
Certification
Upon completion of the course, the delegates will receive a certificate of attendance.
Related Courses
Mental Health Awareness
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