BHS-016 — Supporting Individuals with Mood Disorders (Depression & Bipolar)

COURSE DESCRIPTION — BHS-016
Title: Supporting Individuals with Mood Disorders (Depression & Bipolar)
CEUs: 1.5 Hours | Audience: HHAs, CNAs, PCAs, DSPs

Overview:
Mood disorders are among the most prevalent conditions in home care populations. This course teaches caregivers to recognize depression and bipolar disorder, apply appropriate communication strategies for each episode type, identify suicidal warning signs, and support medication adherence and daily functioning.

Learning Objectives:
– Identify symptoms of major depression and bipolar disorder
– Distinguish depressive from manic episodes
– Apply supportive communication for mood disorders
– Recognize suicidal warning signs and respond appropriately
– Support medication adherence and daily routines

Topics Covered:
Major depressive disorder, bipolar I and II, cyclothymia, depressive and manic episode recognition, supportive communication, suicidal ideation warning signs and response, medication adherence support.