From Mental Health in Learning Disabilities - Module 3Taking into account current developments in services and treatment, this resource has been rewritten and extended to provide a variety of training techniques to develop the skills and knowledge that support staff need to meet the mental health needs of people with learning disabilites.
Assessment of mental health problems
Total timing: 3 hours, 25 minutes
Session 1: Biological/psychological/social approach - Time allocated: 30 minutes
Session 2: Background to mental health assessment - Time allocated: 25 minutes
Session 3: Mental health assessment - Time allocated: 80 minutes
Session 4: Diagnosis and case studies - Time allocated: 70 minutes Continuous Professional Development
Professionals within the social care sector are required to undertake Continuous Professional Development (CPD). Those who use this resource will be able to gain CPD points.
Content: introduction, module content, handouts, slides, evaluation forms and video case vignettes. Vital information for: professionals, nurses, support staff, psychologists, psychiatrists, trainers, community and inpatient services.
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