Common Mental Health Conditions

Course Duration:

9.30am - 12.30pm

Target Audience:

All staff, volunteers, family carers, direct employers and their PA’s seeking a more in-depth knowledge and understanding of Common Mental Health Conditions

Aim:

Stress, anxiety and depression are the most common mental health conditions affecting people in the UK. This session will provide an in-depth overview of these more common mental health conditions and the impact they can have on individuals. We will also explore sources of support including signposting and self-help strategies.

Learning Outcomes:

By the end of this training it is expected that you will:

• Have an in-depth knowledge and broad understanding stress, anxiety, depression and panic attacks and the impact that they can have on individuals and understand some of the most common signs and symptoms of these conditions.
• Have an awareness of best practice and improved confidence when engaging with individuals experiencing these common mental health issues.
• Have an awareness of the range of services and interventions available for those experiencing common mental health conditions and practical self-help strategies.
• Recognise that everyone has a role in promoting inclusion and challenging stigma of mental health issues.·