Mental Health Awareness
An Introduction to Mental Health Disorders
Learning Objectives
By the end of this training learners should have
- An understanding of the different models of mental health
- An understanding of key issues connected to race, culture and mental health
- Knowledge of the causes, signs & symptoms, and treatments and support options for a range of mental health problems
- Had an opportunity to challenge common prejudices and assumptions associated with mental health
Course Content
- Models of mental health
- Race, culture and mental health
- Signs, symptoms, causes and treatments of
- Common mental health problems : anxiety, phobia, OCD, depression
- Signs, symptoms, causes and treatments of severe mental health problems:
- Bi Polar disorder
- Psychosis/Schizophrenia
- Personality Disorder – overview of general features and types.
- Evaluating models of mental health
Training methods: trainer presentations; power point; flip chart; group discussion; small group work; pairs work; practical exercises; handouts.
Max Nos: 15
Duration: 1 Day
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