Introductory e-Course on Mental Health
The Introductory e-Course on Mental Health is a 5-Module Course with the objective of familiarizing the student or trainee with issues relating to mental health, mental fitness, self care and recognizing risk factors in mental health.
MENTAL HEALTH EDUCATION (MHE) E-COURSE CONTENT
Table of Content
Module One: Introduction to Mental Health Education
- Introduction to mental health, mental fitness and resilience
- Characteristics of mental fitness & resilience
- Understanding your own mental fitness
Module Two: Youth Mental Health in Nigeria
- Trends and statistics
- Risk and protective factors affecting youth mental health
Module Three: Types and symptoms of common mental illnesses
- Common Mental Illnesses and their symptoms
Module Four: Self Care for Mental health
- Concept of Self-care
- Types of Self care
- Understanding options for self-care when managing others’ mental health needs
Module Five: Mental Health Promotion and Psychosocial Support
- Recognizing risk factors for mental health crisis and suicidality
- Mental Health Promotion & Psychosocial services