Aim: How to support and identify people who are going through depression

Objectives:

By successfully completing this course you will be able to:

• Understand what depression is
• Depression – Myth vs Reality
• List the relevant legislations in the UK
• Understand how to know if someone is going through depression
  • Emotional signs
  • Physical signs
  • Cognitive signs
  • Behavioural and social signs
• Describe the common causes of depression
• Understand the risk factors associated with depression
• Understand the Halo Staffing – N A L S S approach to help
• Depression and suicide – know how to act immediately
• Understand what you SHOULD NOT do
• List of things for you to remember while supporting anyone experiencing depression

Introduction

Welcome to the Halo Staffing eLearning course on Depression.

In this course, we will begin by explaining what depression is and how it can affect individuals.

We will then explore common myths and facts about depression through a clear and informative comparison table.

You will also learn about relevant UK legislation relating to mental health and wellbeing.

The course will guide you through the signs and symptoms of depression, helping you recognise when someone may be struggling.

We will also examine the potential causes of depression and discuss the key risk factors associated with the condition.

Next, you will be introduced to the Halo Staffing NALSS approach for supporting individuals who are experiencing depression.

We will explain the link between depression and suicide, including the actions you should take if someone is at immediate risk.

In addition, we will highlight important things you should avoid saying or doing when supporting someone with depression.

Finally, we will summarise the key points to remember when providing care and support to individuals living with depression.