introduction to Mental Health – Live-Streamed [Accredited & Certificated]

- Understand the concept of mental health: You will learn what constitutes mental health, the factors that influence mental well-being, and how it differs from mental illness.

- Identify common mental health disorders: You will explore the symptoms, causes, and treatments for prevalent conditions such as depression, anxiety, schizophrenia, and bipolar disorder.

- Recognize the causes and risk factors of mental health issues: You will examine the biological, psychological, and environmental influences that contribute to mental health disorders.

- Learn how mental health issues are assessed: You will gain insight into the diagnostic process used by professionals to identify mental health conditions.

- Explore effective support and intervention strategies: You will discover how to provide professional and empathetic support to individuals with mental health issues and the techniques used to guide them toward appropriate care.

- Understand the role of therapy in mental health treatment: You will learn about various therapeutic approaches, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and psychotherapy, used to treat mental health disorders.

- Analyze the societal impact of mental health issues: You will explore the stigma surrounding mental health, its effects on individuals, and ways to better support those affected.

- Examine the link between mental health and homelessness: You will gain an understanding of how mental health issues can contribute to homelessness and how these challenges can be addressed.

- Apply knowledge to real-world situations: You will gain practical insights into how to approach mental health challenges in both professional and personal settings, helping to improve the support provided to individuals affected by mental illness.

- People who work in mental health or social care services
- People with family members or friends with mental health issues
- People who themselves have mental health issues and want to understand better
- People undergoing counselor training
- People studying psychology

An interest in Mental Health. Participant will need a good reliable internet connection

Certificate of Completion signed by Kevin O'Doherty via his company Calibre Gold Ltd and accredited by IAOTH.

This course offers a comprehensive and practical approach to understanding mental health, combining foundational knowledge with real-world application. It guides students through recognizing the symptoms of common mental health conditions, understanding the diagnostic process, and exploring effective support and treatment strategies.

By examining various mental health disorders, including depression and anxiety, the course delves into their causes, symptoms, and treatments, providing students with a thorough understanding of these conditions from both clinical and societal perspectives. It covers the biological, psychological, and environmental factors that influence mental health, offering deep insights into the complexities of mental illness.

Focusing on real-world scenarios, the course goes beyond theoretical knowledge by exploring how to provide professional and empathic support to individuals with mental health issues. It also addresses the impact of societal stigma and the link between mental health and homelessness, distinguishing it from more general mental health or psychology courses.

Ideal for both beginners and those with prior knowledge in mental health or social care, this course provides a well-rounded foundation for anyone seeking to better understand mental health and how to support those affected by it.

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