Depression: Hope through Understanding and Treatment
$45.00
This webinar will describe the etiology and symptoms of depression. It will address various therapies such as cognitive, interpersonal, psychodynamic, and group therapies in addition to medical intervention. This webinar is designed to underscore the impact of depression upon the human spirit while emphasizing the potential healing power to reduce or eliminate suffering. Participants will be empowered to help alleviate the devastating disease of depression. One of the most common myths surrounding mental health is that one is either mentally healthy or mentally ill. The reality is that one’s state of being exists on a continuum. A mentally healthy person may experience emotional problems, changes in behavior, or have strained and unhealthy relationships with others. A person diagnosed with a mental illness may experience moments of clarity and be highly functional. The presence of illness does not always impede one’s ability to live a meaningful and fulfilling life.
Upon completion of this training, participants will be able to:
- Apply practice guidelines, effective education, and empathic, respectful, and nonjudgmental counseling for the treatment of clients with major depressive disorders.
- Identify appropriate elements of a suicide risk assessment and action plan.
- Explore relevant psychosocial and cultural issues that impact care.
- Demonstrate awareness of improved health care outcomes through effective communication and forming therapeutic alliances with clients.
Social workers completing this course receive 3 Clinical asynchronous continuing education credits.
For other board approvals, this course qualifies for 3 hours of Clinical, Evidence-Based Practices, and General Skill Building continuing education training.
Course Instructor: Tonya Logan, LCSW
Recording Date: 5/04/2024
Recorded Live Webinar with downloadable presentation slides and/or handouts, evaluation, and a required quiz. The learner is required to pass with a 70% or higher to achieve the CE certificate of completion. The learner is able to reset the test until a satisfactory score is achieved. CE Training Workshops, LLC, provider #1770, is approved as an ACE provider to offer social work continuing education by the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) Approved Continuing Education (ACE) program. Regulatory boards are the final authority on courses accepted for continuing education credit. ACE provider approval period: 8/2/2022 – 8/2/2025. CE Training Workshops, LLC has been approved by NBCC as an Approved Continuing Education Provider, ACEP No. 7091. Programs that do not qualify for NBCC credit are clearly identified. CE Training Workshops, LLC is solely responsible for all aspects of the programs. System Requirements: Firefox, Chrome, Brave, Safari, Edge on any modern operating system (Windows, MacOS, Linux, Android, iOS). A desktop browser is recommended. We do not provide support resources for issues encountered using a mobile device. For more information about our policies and board approval statements, please visit our FAQS page.
Tonya M. Logan, LICSW and LCSW-C, has over 30 years of professional clinical experience working with those managing conflict and trauma. She holds a Masters Degree from the University of Maryland at Baltimore.
Depression: Hope Through Understanding and Treatment (3 HR) Syllabus
I. Understanding Depression
- Distinguish sadness from clinical depression.
- Recognize symptoms beyond sadness, including irritability and anxiety.
- Understand misconceptions about diagnosing and treating depression.
II. Diagnostic Criteria and Clinical Features
- Overview of DSM-5 criteria for major depressive disorder.
- Identifying symptoms persisting for two weeks or more.
- Understanding physical, cognitive, and emotional symptoms.
III. Etiology of Depression
- Genetic predispositions and family history.
- Biochemical factors, neurotransmitter imbalances.
- Environmental contributors including trauma and loss.
- Gender differences in prevalence and presentation.
IV. Depression and Suicide
- Depression as a major risk factor for suicide.
- Recognizing signs and addressing risk factors.
- Impact of depression on decision-making and impulsive behaviors.
V. Depression Across the Lifespan
- Teen depression: unique signs and symptoms.
- Effects of untreated depression in youth.
- Comparison of teenage and adult depression manifestations.
VI. Assessment and Early Intervention
- Suicide risk assessment essentials.
- Recognizing signs of clinical depression versus grief.
- Importance of medical evaluation to rule out physical illnesses.
VII. Treatment Approaches
- Overview of pharmacotherapy, psychotherapy, and combination treatments.
- Stages of therapy: acute, continuation, and maintenance phases.
- Addressing barriers to effective treatment, including stigma and adherence challenges.
VIII. Therapeutic Modalities
- Interpersonal Therapy (IPT): grief, role disputes, role transitions, interpersonal deficits.
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT): principles, structure, use of homework.
- Psychodynamic Therapy: uncovering unconscious conflicts.
- Group Therapy: therapeutic principles and benefits.
IX. Medication Interventions
- Understanding how antidepressants work.
- Managing side effects and withdrawal symptoms.
- Antidepressants and suicide risk: monitoring clients closely.
X. Supporting Adolescents with Depression
- Strategies for supporting teens through treatment.
- Importance of family involvement and education.
- Addressing common consequences like academic decline and substance abuse.
XI. Factors Contributing to Depression
- Psychosocial, cognitive, and genetic risk factors.
- Impact of stressful life events, cognitive distortions, and early adversity.
- Role of temperament, personality, and environmental influences.
XII. Conclusion
- Emphasizing hope and recovery.
- The role of education, therapeutic support, and persistence.
- Encouragement to use a holistic, compassionate approach to treatment.
