selfpaced, online.
Psychosis conditions, including schizophrenia, are treatable mental health problems that can affect anyone although very
few people talk about the conditions and their impact on families. Millions of people across the globe find themselves thrust unexpectedly into a role providing support and care when a relative develops psychosis. Carers can play a major role in supporting their relative’s progress and recovery.
This four-week course will explore some of the key issues and questions relevant to a carer who is supporting a relative with psychosis such as:
- Why is schizophrenia described as psychosis?
- How can we best understand psychosis and its key symptoms such as hearing voices?
- What are the links between cannabis use and developing psychosis?
- Can psychosis affect physical health?
- How do medications in psychosis work and what effects can they have?
- In what ways are siblings of people with psychosis affected?
- How can psychosis affect a carer’s health and their relationships?
This free online course will provide opportunities to share your views and experiences with carers from around the world. It will also include opportunities to consider how the recent Coronavirus (Covid-19) pandemic affects caregiving experiences and relationships.
By the end of the course, you‘ll be able to…
- Describe the key symptoms and causes of psychosis, the role of psychological and pharmacological treatments, and the meaning and process of recovery
- Identify common physical health problems in psychosis and obstacles to implementing healthier lifestyle options
- Describe the impact that psychosis can have on individuals in a caregiving role and strategies to support improved wellbeing
- Discuss techniques for reducing communication difficulties in caregiving relationships
Published in GI-Mail 10/2022 (English edition).
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