The 75-plus lessons in this easy-to-follow course are organized into these sections:
Getting Started
Causes of Depression
Diagnosis and Treatment Options
Medications
Psychotherapy, Brain Stimulation, and Nerve Stimulation
The vast majority of people who get proper treatment for depression actually do rebound. In a relatively short period of time, they’re taking pleasure in life again. Learn in our course about the the three main types of depression: major depressive disorder, persistent depressive disorder, and bipolar disorder. Harvard Medical School’s experts describe depression symptoms, how doctors diagnose the illness, and the most effective treatments.
You’ll learn about the medications typically prescribed (including the pros and cons). You’ll discover the different types of therapy, including everything from cognitive behavioral therapy to electroconvulsive therapy and everything in between. You’ll benefit from our lessons on self-care and alternative treatments. And you’ll learn where and how to find help in our special lesson “Strategies for Success.”
This Online Course helps you understand depression...walks you through a proper diagnosis...explains the diagnostic process...gives you a detailed look at medication and therapy options...and offers mood-lifting, self-care treatments.
