Positive Psychiatry and Mental Health
Explore positive mental health, common disorders, and recovery strategies from experts in psychiatry, psychology, and lived experiences.
Explore positive mental health, common disorders, and recovery strategies from experts in psychiatry, psychology, and lived experiences.
This course offers a comprehensive look at mental health, combining insights on positive mental wellbeing with an overview of major mental disorders. It covers strategies to enhance mental health, explores the mind-body connection, and discusses the roles of love and work in wellbeing. The course also provides information on various mental illnesses, their causes, treatments, and paths to recovery, featuring perspectives from experts and individuals with lived experiences.
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What you'll learn
Understand the concepts of positive mental health and wellbeing
Learn strategies for stress management and building resilience
Explore the mind-body connection and its impact on mental health
Understand the roles of love, work, and social connections in mental wellbeing
Gain knowledge about major mental disorders and their treatments
Learn about various psychotherapies and psychiatric medications
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This course includes:
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2 assignments
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There are 5 modules in this course
This course provides a comprehensive introduction to positive psychiatry and mental health. It begins with an exploration of positive mental health concepts, stress management, and recovery perspectives. The curriculum then delves into the mind-body connection, discussing the impact of exercise, nutrition, and mindfulness on mental wellbeing. It explores the roles of love, work, and social connections in maintaining good mental health. The course also covers major mental illnesses, their symptoms, causes, and treatments. Finally, it discusses various paths to recovery, including early intervention, creative therapies, and spiritual practices. Throughout the course, learners benefit from insights provided by experts in psychiatry, psychology, and individuals with lived experiences of mental health challenges.
Module 1 - Positive mental health and Psychiatry
Module 1 · 3 Hours to complete
Module 2 - Body and Mind
Module 2 · 4 Hours to complete
Module 3 - Love and Work
Module 3 · 3 Hours to complete
Module 4 - Mental Illness
Module 4 · 5 Hours to complete
Module 5 - Paths to Recovery
Module 5 · 2 Hours to complete
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Instructor
Leading Psychiatrist and Advocate for Mental Health Education
Dr. Sonia Kumar is a dedicated consultant psychiatrist at the Brain and Mind Centre, University of Sydney, and runs a private practice specializing in mood disorders and sleep psychiatry. With extensive experience in teaching and course coordination, she played a pivotal role in designing the new Master of Medicine (Psychiatry) course in 2015. Her research focuses on active learning in psychiatry education, reflecting her commitment to enhancing training for postgraduate medical trainees. Dr. Kumar employs an evidence-based, recovery-oriented, and trauma-informed approach in her clinical practice, emphasizing the importance of patient education as a means of empowerment. She actively develops online mental health resources for the community and fosters a positive mental health framework, collaborating with consumers to identify their strengths, values, supports, and goals alongside their treatment plans.
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