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Continuing Education Program: Online CE: Mental Health CE: Home Study Course: Depression in Adults: National Association for Continuing Education (NACE)
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National Association for Continuing Education (NACE)

The mission of the National Association for Continuing Education (NACE) is to offer continuing education opportunities to provide learners in the fields of medicine, behavioral health, education, and related disciplines, with the most up-to-date, science-based information that will enable them to maintain or increase their knowledge, skills, and professional performance to ultimately benefit the public’s health.
 
By National Association for Continuing Education (NACE)
Published on 10/8/2008
 
Depression in Adults

National Association for Continuing Education (NACE)


At any one time, 7.7 percent of the population suffers from clinical depression. What are the typical characteristics? What is the likelihood of recovery? What differentiates depression from other disorders? What environmental influences may cause depression? What are the biological influences and treatments? In clear, concise language, the author provides a comprehensive overview of major depressive disorder.

Depression in Adults


CME Sponsor: 

National Association for Continuing Education (NACE)


Course Directors/Instructors:
Anton O. Tolman, Ph.D.

Cost:
Material Includes Test only $29

Number of Credits: 
4
hours CE

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Detailed Description:


At any one time, 7.7 percent of the population suffers from clinical depression. What are the typical characteristics? What is the likelihood of recovery? What differentiates depression from other disorders? What environmental influences may cause depression? What are the biological influences and treatments? In clear, concise language, the author provides a comprehensive overview of major depressive disorder.

Learning Objectives:

  • Identify characteristics of depression in adults
  • Identify benefits of pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatments for depression
  • Identify appropriate medications to treat depression
  • Identify risk factors for depression
  • Identify outcomes in adults with depression