Integrating Physical and Mental Health Course - FutureLearn

Description

By the end of the course, you'll be able to...

• Explain the mind-body link and how mental and physical illness interact

• Describe the key risk factors, signs and symptoms, and challenges to identifying depression and anxiety in people with a physical illness

• Initiate conversations about mental health and deal effectively with barriers to discussing depression and anxiety

• Demonstrate knowledge of practical coping strategies, treatment options and sources of support for people with depression/anxiety and a physical illness

• Evaluate suicide risk and explain when and how to take action

• Reflect on how healthcare services can provide better care for people depression/anxiety and physical illness