Learning Outcomes

Suicide and Types of Suicide Behavior

Myths and Facts about Suicide

Immediate Danger Signs of Suicide Intent

Lesson Summary

In this module, you will gain an indepth insight into the different types of suicide. You will learn about the signs to look out for and the conditions that are likely to cause suicide. This module will teach you about myths and facts that surround suicide and inform you on the methods to manage a potential suicide victim.

Management of Violent or Hostile Behavior

Management of Violent or Armed Behavior

This module will teach you about the most common factors in violent behavior. You will learn about the methods that are used to manage a violent patient who is unarmed and also the methods to use if a violent patient is armed.

Introduction to Substance Abuse

Barbiturates and Sedatives as Central Nervous System Depressants

Opioids (Narcotics) Use

Central Nervous System Stimulants

Central Nervous System Stimulants: LSD and Inhalants

Alcohol as a Central Nervous System Depressant

In this module, you will gain an insight into the various types of substance abuse. You will learn how to identify symptoms for different substance abuse and how to treat a substance abuser. You will also learn about tolerance levels for each individual and how the list of substances commonly inhaled changes constantly.

Mental Health Studies - Suicide, Violent Behavior and Substance Abuse Assessment

Learn to identify mental health problems and the importance of reducing the stigma of mental illness today.

Mental Health Studies - Suicide, Violent Behavior and Substance Abuse

This free online mental health course covers suicidal ideation, violent behavior and substance abuse. With self-harm and debilitating mental health problems increasing globally, mental health has become an increasingly important concern of healthcare systems around the world. This course will guide you through signs, symptoms and treatments for patients in potentially life-threatening situations, with practical insights to save lives. Enroll now.

The General Epidemiology of Suicide

Populations with Elevated Risk Factors - Part 1

Populations with Elevated Risk Factors - Part 2

In this module, you will learn about epidemiology, risk factors, and protective factors of suicidality. Then, you'll discover suicidality risk factors for adolescents and the elderly, groups at risk, gender disparities in suicidality, family history of suicide, jobs with high rates of suicide, and environmental triggers linked to suicidality.

Overview of Suicidality Theories

Theories Concerning Suicidality

Prevention and Special Considerations

The overview of theories relating to the underlying psychodynamics of suicidality, efficient suicidality screening, diagnosis, and assessment, development and application of protective protocols, proactive preventative measures, documentation, Baker Acting, and creation of a supportive environment are among the topics covered in this module.

Suicide Prevention - Diagnosis and Treatment - Course Assessment

This free online course will teach you suicide prevention, risk assessment, diagnosis and treatment techniques.

Suicide Prevention - Diagnosis and Treatment

The World Health Organization estimates that over 700,000 people commit suicide each year. People attempt suicide for various complex reasons, making it challenging for others to comprehend why someone might want to do it. However complicated an issue suicide is, it can be avoided. Knowing the suicide risk factors is the first step toward prevention. This course examines suicide diagnosis, treatments and preventive measures.

What is Occupational Therapy?

Upper Limb Conditions Requiring Occupational Therapy

Lower Limb Conditions Requiring Occupational Therapy

Management of Depression with Occupational Therapy

This module introduces you to the profession of occupational therapy and the most important duties an occupational therapist has to play. It also helps you identify some major upper and lower limb conditions that occupational therapy can modify. Lastly, it discusses the role of occupational therapy in depression management.

Occupational Therapy - Fundamentals of Rehabilitation Sciences - Assessment

Learn to identify and treat some of the common conditions that require occupational therapy in this free online course.

Occupational Therapy - Fundamentals of Rehabilitation Sciences

This short course describes some conditions of the upper and lower limbs of the human body that may require the services of an occupational therapist to treat. We explain how to easily identify such conditions and their causes. We also explore the role of occupational therapy in depression management. Sign up to learn how occupational therapy can be used to treat maladies of the body and mind and help patients achieve health and wellbeing.

Suicide WorldWide

Suicide Awareness

Responding to the Situation

In this module you will be introduced to Suicide, the definition of suicide, how to recognise the risk factors and warning signs and the steps to take when  responding to suicide.

Introduction to Suicide Awareness - Assessment

This free online course explains how to identify signs of suicidal ideation and support those facing suicidal thoughts.

Introduction to Suicide Awareness

This psychology course examines suicidal behaviour as a world health problem and explores the impact it has on the families and friends of those at risk. We identify vulnerabilities and warning signs that someone may be contemplating suicide. We outline preventative steps and countermeasures that lower the risk of suicide. This course does not address all suicide prevention needs and further training may depend upon your role in your community.

The Demographic Makeup

Depression and Suicide

Deployment and Mental Health Concerns

Understanding the VA Organization

This module covers the demographics of current and former military personnel, mental health issues affecting veterans, including PTSD, and the effects of deployment. It also addresses depression and suicide rates in the military and provides an overview of the mental health services available through the Department of Veterans Affairs.

Understanding Veterans' Mental Health - Course Assessment

Learn about veterans' unique challenges and how to support them in living fulfilling lives with this free course.

Understanding Veterans' Mental Health

Veterans encounter unique mental health challenges from their military experiences, including withdrawal, depression, and other issues. This course offers a detailed look at these concerns, providing healthcare professionals with a deep understanding of veterans' mental health complexities. Enroll to learn effective screening and treatment methods tailored to veterans, ensuring you deliver informed and compassionate care.

Introduction to Trauma Processing

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorders

Mental Disorders

In this module, you will learn the history of trauma processing, types of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), and treatment approaches as well as adverse life events and their association with PTSD. Learn about dissociation and the psychological effect of adverse life events.

Future of Trauma Treatment

Collaboration and Regulation Strategies

Trauma Processing and Addiction Comorbidity

Roadblocks to Addressing Trauma

In this module, you will be introduced to the triune Brain Model and its application to cognitive interactions, you will learn the processes involved in the treatment of trauma using the three-stage consensus model, and you will also learn about addiction comorbidity and effective strategies for addressing PTSD/Addiction dual diagnosis.

Fundamentals of Trauma Processing - Assessment

This free online course explores various techniques for processing, overcoming and preventing trauma-related disorders.

Fundamentals of Trauma Processing

Catastrophic events can cause post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), significantly impacting individuals' emotional and mental functioning, and are a universal concern for healthcare systems. We therefore created this trauma processing course to give mental health professionals and other clinicians the knowledge and skills they need to help patients and clients identify and process traumatic experiences that negatively impact their lives.

Introduction to Brain Disorders

Neurodegenerative Disorders

Neuropsychiatric Disorders

Traumatic Brain Injuries

Developmental Disorders

Treatment and Prevention

This module explains the different brain disorders, such as neurodegenerative, neuropsychiatric and developmental disorders, and their causes, symptoms and therapy. You will also discover the significance of treatment and preventative approaches.

Science of Brain Disorders - Course Assessment

This free online neuropathology course covers the causes, diagnosis, symptoms and treatment of common brain disorders.

Science of Brain Disorders

Many people suffer from brain disorders that can significantly impact their lives and the lives of those around them. This neuropathology course includes an in-depth study of major brain conditions, such as Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, schizophrenia, depression, anxiety and autism. We examine their causes, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment and impact. We also lay out the preventative techniques used to avoid or manage many such neurological disorders.

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