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A person's overall mental health can be difficult to define. How we feel and the factors influencing our emotions and moods are explored in this upbeat, animation-driven program. Viewers will be introduced to the causes and symptoms of mental health issues, such as depression and anxiety, and the many ways in which people cope with these challenges. The concept of stigma is examined, including how we might change perspectives on those suffering from mental illness. This excellent program offers a perfect introduction to this complex area of personal well-being.
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This informative, engaging program looks at postnatal depression, a condition that can affect mothers, and occasionally fathers, soon after the birth of a child. It details what postnatal depression is, the symptoms, and how it differs from other mood changes associated with the parents of newborns. We speak with mothers who have experienced postnatal depression, as well as Psychiatrist Dr Kristine Mecuri, Post and Ante Natal Depression Association's (PANDA) CEO Belinda Horton, and Beyond Blue's Nicole Highett. This program explores contributing factors, treatments available and includes an in-depth case study of a mother who experienced postnatal depression. Ideal for those in health care, psychology, medicine and midwifery, this program seeks to dispel myths and misconceptions around the illness.
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Humans, like many animals, possess a highly developed sense of danger in our environment. In its most basic form, our awareness of these threats is anxiety. Our 'fight or flight' response can be highly beneficial, but in the 21st Century, this state of anxiety in some people can become a constant state of mind, and a real limitation to a person's ability to function well. In this program we take a comprehensive look at anxiety disorders including generalised anxiety, panic, post traumatic, and obsessive compulsive disorders and phobias. With excellent illustrations and input from leading experts, this is a wide-ranging examination of anxiety today.
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Every one of us knows what it is to feel sad and depressed occasionally, but there is a significant difference between this and clinical depression. In this excellent program, we take an in depth look at the nature and extent of this significant health issue. Featuring recognized mental health experts from leading mental health charity SANE, and young sufferers as well, this resource covers the types of depression, who is at risk, signs and symptoms, and myths and treatments. This program is a comprehensive, straightforward and compassionate introduction to a major mental health issue.
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This culture-changing DVD demonstrates (though real interactions) how person-centered care and knowledge of the resident can reduce dementia-related episodes, such as, sundowning and aggressive-protective reactions when bathing, and wanting to leave.
As it pinpoints the crucial role of the CAN as caregiver and friend, it also shows the importance of communicating directly, and creating a true "relationship" with persons with dementia. Caregivers will learn valuable tips to redirect and lessen anxieties for persons with dementia while preserving their personal autonomy and dignity.
Mark Watanabe, PharmD; Barbara Poddig, PharmD, BCPP; LaGenia Bailey, PharmD; Mark E. Schneiderhan, PharmD, BCPP
Describe the therapeutic goals of using typical antipsychotic agents; Understand the common side effects of typical antipsychotic agents; Identify characteristics of "High potency" vs "Low potency" antipsychotic agents.
Delirium and dementia are two of the most common mental disorders elderly people face. Depression is also common in elderly people and often presents with symptoms similar to dementia or delirium. The differentiation between these three conditions can be difficult because many symptoms overlap. As the cause of so much suffering and discomfort, it is important these conditions are effectively addressed by medical staff. This program defines these conditions by detailing symptoms and speaking to medical experts. Potential risk factors, causes of delirium and assessment criteria for all three conditions are outlined along with a brief summary of management strategies.
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What would it take to have a long and healthy life?
How much do our emotions and attitudes about aging affect how we age?
How close are we to finding an elixir of youth?
This informative, new program poses all of these questions and more in its broad attempt to examine and understand the mysteries of aging. From a study of healthy centenarians to a five-year-old with progeria (rapid-aging disease) to truths and myths about antioxidants, gene research, and oxidative stress, researchers share their often surprising findings. (Included is a prominent mind-over-body study which reveals some life-changing results for the participants.) We also meet three generations of one family, ranging in age from 2 to 93, who provide candid thoughts on heredity and aging.
This discussion-starting DVD reminds us that the definition of aging needs to be open to being "re-defined". In the words of one of the researchers, "We have enormous control over our health and well-being that we're only beginning to become aware of¡K"
As health professionals we must support patients and their families, carers and friends as they grapple with their own personal experiences of loss and grief. In this insightful program we take a holistic approach to understanding and responding to loss and grief. We speak frankly with Christine McMahon, who lost her only son in Victoria's Black Saturday bushfires in 2009, about her personal experience of extreme loss and grief. Experts in counselling and palliative care help us to recognise loss and grief and employ practical strategies to support a person who is battling through one the most difficult times in their life.
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A high percentage of elderly people in professional care suffer from dementia, a psychiatric illness or a specific brain injury. Recently, extensive research has been undertaken into understanding the origins of behaviours of concern, focusing on addressing the variety of underlying causes. In this program we investigate defining and understanding behaviours of concern, types of behaviours and unmet needs, assessing and problem solving, possible triggers and management strategies. Systematic approaches to the identification of triggers and instigation of problem solving techniques can significantly reduce this increasingly widespread condition.
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Depression is the most common mental illness amongst adults. It's characterised by feelings of hopelessness and numbness. We all know what it's like to feel depressed, but to suffer from depression is another thing entirely. In this program, we meet two sufferers and find out first-hand what it's like to experience the journey through depression and recovery. We speak to Professor Graham D. Burrows, Chairman of the Mental Health Foundation of Australia and other industry professionals, to examine the unique characteristics the disease presents and the importance of ongoing support for sufferers. A moving insight into this often misunderstood disease.
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Using the case of an 89-year-old woman who is experiencing mild cognitive impairment after a fall, this DVD discusses when and how to administer and interpret the Mini-Cog to screen for potential causes. The DVD also explains the difference between delirium and dementia, and addresses ongoing safety and lifestyle issues that can improve quality of life for older adults.
Author Marge Engelman believes sound mental fitness practice is based upon the "use it or lose it" philosophy. Learn how you can encourage older adults to stretch their thinking, try new ways of behaving, stimulate memory and develop a more creative brain. This comprehensive guide shows you how to create a mental fitness program from the ground up. Includes warm-up strategies, model programs that can be adapted for your group, thinking exercises and activities, and an annotated list of publications and organizations.
The purpose of this course is to provide nurses an understanding of the types of anxiety disorders, medications used in nursing intervention,and the possible side effects of these medications. This program has been updated to include currently used medications including anxiolytic, antidepressant, and antipsychotic medications.
DVD (Closed Captioned) / 2005 / Approx. 24 minutes
Depression may affect up to 5% of the general population each year. This program takes a systemic look at this common illness. Neurotransmitters and receptors in the brain are examined, including theories related to how medication provides relief from depression. The three broad categories of antidepressant agents are examined: tricylic agents, selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors, and monoamine oxidase inhibitors. Specific agents within each group are discussed with a focus on drug interactions and precautions, and potential side effects.
The purpose of this program is to provide nurses an understanding of the schizophrenia, medications used in nursing intervention, and the possible side effects of these medications. This program has been updated to include currently used first and second generation antipsychotic medications, and treatment techniques.
DVD (Closed Captioned) / 2005 / Approx. 24 minutes
The purpose of this program is to provide nurses an understanding of the signs and symptoms of bipolar disorder, nursing interventions, and the medications used to treat bipolar disorders. This program has been updated to reflect currently used mood stabilizing medications such as lithium, anticonvulsants, antipsychotic agents and olanzapine.
DVD (Closed Captioned) / 2005 / Approx. 23 minutes
The development of a healthy relationship between two people gives them the opportunity to express mutual respect and love for one another. However, being involved in a toxic relationship, one marked by codependency, emotional violence, or domestic abuse, can be emotionally and physically damaging and sometimes even fatal. These unacceptable behaviors must first be recognized for what they are. If a person is able to find the strength to leave a negative relationship and seek counseling, the result can be a gradual recovery of physical and emotional health for abused individuals and their loved ones. This program contains graphic material relating to domestic abuse that may not be suitable for all audiences. Teachers are encouraged to review this program before using it in their classroom.
Learning Objectives:
Students will learn what codependency is, what its characteristics are, who suffers from it, and what its effects are.
Students will take a look at emotional violence and explore what it is.
Students will identify signs to look for to determine if they or someone they know is enduring emotional violence in his or her relationship.
Students will learn about the negative effects of emotional violence.
Students will examine domestic abuse and learn what it is, what the signs of domestic abuse are, and what negative effects accompany domestic abuse.
Students will explore some strategies to learn how to avoid codependency, how to end emotional violence, and how to escape domestic abuse.
Growing up is not easy. Teens being to feel more emotions and have experiences that may leave them feeling confused, angry, stressed out, guilty or depressed. Where most teens can handle the gamut of emotions they experience, some cannot and head down the path of self-destructive behavior. Find out what may lead someone to destroy them self, how he or she does it and ways you may be able to help.
Learning Objectives:
1) Students will learn the definition of self-destructive behavior.
2) Stress, anger guilt, low self-esteem, depression, jealousy and their effect on self-destructive behavior will be discussed.
3) Students will learn about the different types of self-destructive behavior
Depression occurs in men and women of all ages and social groups. Helps nonpsychiatric nurses meet the needs of depressed patients, a common problem in acute care settings. Describes six depressive syndromes, ranging from total withdrawal to chronic low-level depression. Vignettes illustrate each state and show what nurses can do to speed recovery and help patients lead productive lives.
Phebe Tucker, MD; Lawrence J. Cohen, PharmD, FASHP; Charles B. Nemeroff, MD, PhD; Charles F. Reynolds III, MD; Kevin Scott Ferentz, MD
Explains short and long term treatment in the elderly, describes clinical drug therapy or treatment protocols, reviews disease management of depression in the managed care setting, discusses pharmacoeconomics of depression and explains the contemporary management of depression.
S. Atezar Saeed, MD; Williams S. Gilmer, MD; Timothy J. Bruce, PhD; Sandra Hable, RN, EdM., LCPC
Recognize and diagnose bipolar disorder using DSM-IV criteria; Address important diagnostic considerations in classifying bipolar disorder; Identify the disorders which tend to be commonly comorbid bipolar disorder; Describe the classes of drugs most appropriate for treatment and factors in choosing an appropriate first line treatment and follow-up treatments in case of non-response.
David Katerndahl, MD; Laszlo Papp, MD; Eric Hollander, MD; Dennis Charney, MD and Panelist, Martha J. Haun, MD
Care-Seeking Behavior in Panic Disorder & Physician Recognition, Panic Disorders, Obsessive-Compulsive and Related Disorders, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder and Generalized Disorders.
In this video, a psychiatrist discusses and demonstrates delirium, dementia, depression and personality disorders as experienced by older adults. This illustrative video promotes more accurate and effective communication about mental health problems.