This training program is an online skills program in the identification, diagnosis and treatment of high prevalence mental health disorders occurring in young people between the ages of 12 and 24, including:
- Clinical information and practice guidelines on the epidemiology, diagnosis, treatment and management of common mental health problems experienced by young people;
- Outcomes measures commonly used in the diagnosis of these disorders;
- Treatment guidelines and fact sheets for primary care professionals;
- Information about how to develop a ‘youth friendly’ practice’;
- Resources and support material to support patient psycho-education.
This training package is aimed at GPs, allied health professionals and other primary care workers who have an interest in prevention and early intervention associated with young people affected by mental health and substance use issues.
By the end of this training package participants will:
- Have knowledge and understanding of the DSM IV
- Have knowledge and understanding on how to identify signs and symptoms of depression and anxiety in adolescents
- Have knowledge and understanding of the theory and principles of cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT)
- Be able to explain the CBT model for anxiety and depression
- Identify the process for developing relapse prevention plans with adolesecnts with anxiety and depression
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