Course summary

Sometimes we find ourselves in a temporary rut where there is no motivation, enthusiasm, or happiness in our daily lives. Depression, on the other hand, is a serious mental health disorder associated with a low mood, lack of motivation, and a negative impact on one’s overall ability to enjoy one’s life. It is not something a person can easily pull themselves out of without the help of a professional. If one has been facing any concerns that they may be experiencing depression, talking to a health professional may be just what they need to figure out what is going on.

Depression, like so many other mental health disorders, can present itself differently for different people. The association between race and mental health remains highly disputed in contemporary psychological literature. However, patterns of racial difference in mental health status provide evidence that mental health varies racially across Canadian society. 

Because depression can manifest differently for people of colour, culturally competent mental health clinicians must be familiar with both the DSM-5’s understanding of depression and the variations in which depression may present for clients from the African Caribbean Black (ACB) community.

Who is this course for?

This course was designed for those seeking to learn more about the mental health condition known as depression.

Learning Objectives

We will be taking a closer look at the mental health disorder known as depression.

The causes, triggers, and risk factors; what it looks like, how one can manage symptoms and, possible treatment options.