Addressing Postnatal Depression as a Healthcare Professional

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Brief Introduction

Learn how postnatal depression affects parental mental health and how to provide support on this BPS-approved course.

Course Summary

This course provides guided self-help for postnatal depression, covering the symptoms, causes, and treatment options. You will learn practical techniques to manage your symptoms and improve your mental wellbeing.

Key Learning Points

  • Understand the symptoms and causes of postnatal depression
  • Learn practical techniques to manage symptoms and improve mental wellbeing
  • Explore treatment options and support available

Job Positions & Salaries of people who have taken this course might have

  • Postpartum Nurse
    • USA: $73,000
    • India: ₹6,00,000
    • Spain: €30,000
  • Perinatal Mental Health Specialist
    • USA: $68,000
    • India: ₹5,50,000
    • Spain: €28,000
  • Childbirth Educator
    • USA: $51,000
    • India: ₹4,20,000
    • Spain: €21,000

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Learning Outcomes

  • Understand the causes and symptoms of postnatal depression
  • Develop practical techniques to manage symptoms and improve mental wellbeing
  • Explore treatment options and seek support

Prerequisites or good to have knowledge before taking this course

  • No prior knowledge or experience required
  • Access to a computer and internet connection

Course Difficulty Level

Beginner

Course Format

  • Online self-paced course
  • Video lectures
  • Interactive quizzes and activities

Similar Courses

  • Managing Your Mental Health During Pregnancy
  • Coping with Stress and Anxiety
  • Mindfulness for Wellbeing and Peak Performance

Notable People in This Field

  • Dr. Jessica Zucker
  • Dr. Alexandra Sacks

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Requirements

  • This course is designed for current healthcare professionals or those training to provide perinatal support or mental health care services. It is also beneficial for maternity, general practice, and supervised lay and peer support workers.

Knowledge

  • Understanding Postnatal Depression, symptoms and cyclesIdentifying Perinatal TRAPs - Identifying patterns that help maintain the depression cycleTurning Perinatal TRAPs into TRACs - Breaking patterns by developing alternative coping strategiesSupport and Communication - Strategies for good communication and asking for support in a postnatal contextBeing a ‘Good Enough’ Mum - Identifying ‘mummy goals’ and using alternative coping strategies to meet themStaying well - Strategies for staying well in the future

Summary of User Reviews

Discover how to overcome postnatal depression with guided self-help. Join this course to learn practical techniques and strategies to improve your mental health and well-being. Users have found this course to be helpful in overcoming postnatal depression, with a variety of tools and resources provided to support their recovery.

Key Aspect Users Liked About This Course

Many users were impressed with the practical techniques and strategies provided in the course to help overcome postnatal depression.

Pros from User Reviews

  • Provides practical tools and resources to help overcome postnatal depression
  • Offers a supportive community of peers and professionals
  • Course content is well-structured and easy to follow
  • Instructors are knowledgeable and responsive to questions
  • Can be completed at your own pace and convenience

Cons from User Reviews

  • Some users found the course material to be too basic or repetitive
  • Limited interaction with other participants
  • No certificate or accreditation offered upon completion
  • May not be suitable for those with severe or long-standing postnatal depression
  • Requires a reliable internet connection and access to a computer or mobile device
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heather O'Mahen
University of Exeter
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