Living with Depression

This Living with Depression course examines the nature and symptoms of depression followed by a review of treatment options for those afflicted. You will learn the definition of depression and become familiar with related conditions. You'll will hear how the narrator's own progression evolved through the initial symptoms, to proper diagnosis and the types of treatments that followed. Presented as a case study, first-person account, this course will provide you with valuable insights into diagnosis, management and potential remedies from someone who has experienced the condition firsthand and learned how to mitigate its effects. This tutorial features an animated narrator with audio dialogue and video to illustrate each concept. Anyone with unexplained feelings of despair or who has a loved one who suspects they might be depressed will benefit from listening to this story.

Learning objectives:

• Define the meaning of depression to understand and aid in diagnosis
• Identify and distinguish depression symptoms from simple mood swings
• Determine when and how to seek professional help or counseling
• Successfully adopt effective treatment(s) and begin the process of recovery