Introduction to Mental Health in Aged Care
AU$49.00
Course Duration: 30 mins
Accessible for: 31 days
In this course, you will develop a basic understanding of mental health, including its presentation and impact on ageing individuals. You will learn about the DSM-5-TR’s role in standardising mental health diagnoses and discover how mental health professionals assess symptoms for an accurate diagnosis. You will learn best practices for supporting ageing individuals, focusing on open communication, social engagement, and tailored care to meet their mental and physical needs.
After this lesson, you’ll be able to:
- Understand what mental ill-health is, and recognise the different types of mental health conditions
- Gain knowledge of the DSM-5-TR and its significance in mental health care
- Understand the process of diagnosing mental health conditions
- Learn best practices for supporting ageing individuals with mental health challenges.
- E-learn (30 min)
- Certificate of completion
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