Mental Health Challenges in People with Disability
This course provides tools in helping to identify and respond to mental distress in people with any kind of disability (including co-existing disability).
Target Audience:
Suitable for anyone supporting people with disability, be it in a therapeutic or caring role.
Suitable for anyone supporting people with disability, be it in a therapeutic or caring role.
Participants will explore concepts of recovery, human rights and strengths-based approaches in working with people with complex needs. This engaging course will provide opportunities for reflection and growth as a practitioner in the disability space.
The prevalence of mental health challenges is higher in people with a disability than the general population. Early identification and appropriate response can dramatically alter the outcomes of mental distress.
Workzone Building, 1 Nash Street, Perth
Tuesday 29 April, 9AM-4.30PM
This course will support participants to:
- Have increased knowledge of types of disabilities and the impact of stigma on citizenship
- Have increased confidence in recognising and responding to anxiety, depression, psychosis and substance use in people living with disability
- Have increased confidence in putting principles into practice and using observation and communication tools to make reasonable adjustments for people with disability
- Develop an understanding of the purpose of the NDIS and the role it plays in the lives of people with disability
Event Details
April 29 - April 29
09:00 AM - 04:30 PM
Mental Health
Organizer Details
WAAMH - Western Australian Association for Mental Health