Course Description

Inside this free online course you will learn how to beat depression. The first part of this course focuses on gaining a strong understanding of depression. You will learn both its causes and symptoms. You will also be shown the physical and psychological effects and why they occur. This will help you better understand the nature of the problem and give you insights into how to treat it.

You are then going to learn about the 11 common myths about depression. These myths hurt people with this disorder and can discourage them from getting the assistance and treatment they so desperately need. We will also go over the major treatments, medical interventions and medications that can help people beat depression. By looking at this illness holistically, you will have a better picture of how to treat or deal with depression.

If you are dealing with depression personally or have a family member or friend who is dealing with it, this is a great course for you. Counselors, teachers, parents, managers and people who work closely with the public or large teams will greatly benefit from this introductory training. Depression is the number one mental disorder and virtually everyone’s life is touched by it in some way. This training can help you acquire the basic skills you need to deal with this challenge the right way.

What you'll learn in this course?

• Depression

• Transition Year Moral Social and Personal Development

• Psychology

• Mental Health