Depression and Anxiety Awareness

Depression and anxiety are very common and although we may not have suffered ourselves, we may well know someone who has. This course is informative and includes practical suggestions with regards to helping the sufferer.

Aspects covered include:

• Possible causes of depression
• Symptoms of depression and the impact on quality of life
• What could help those who have depression (treatment options)
• Medical conditions that influence depression
• Defining the difference between dementia and depression
• How to communicate with someone who has depression
• The Wellness Toolbox (preventative measures that mitigate against depression)
• Specific types of depression (disorders)
• How the dignity challenge can be applied to those who suffer with depression
• Understanding mental ill health and the challenges that accompany it
• What is meant by person centred care
• Links between anxiety and depression
• Self-care for the carer
• Understanding and incorporating the dignity challenges