Depression is common among children and adolescents in Canada and has the potential to negatively affect long-term function and quality of life. This 3- to 5-minute microlearning provides clinicians with evidence-based recommendations and best practices to help them diagnose, treat, and support children and adolescents experiencing depression. Overall, this program aims to support clinicians in providing compassionate, effective, and comprehensive care to young patients suffering from depression.
Diagnosing and Treating Depression in Children and Adolescents
CAN-eng
$0
free
Unaccredited
10 min
Mental Health,Paediatrics
0 Credits
Course Description
Course Details
Expiry Date: 2025-10-03
Professions: Physician,Nursing,Pharmacy,Allied Health,Medical Resident,Student,Specialist
Faculty
- Javed Alloo, MD, CCFP, MPLc
Accreditation
Learning Objectives
After viewing this microlearning, participants will be better able to:
- Describe how to identify and
diagnose depression in young patients - Discuss evidence-based treatment
options, including pharmacological interventions and psychotherapy - Implement long-term management
plans, including monitoring progress and promoting resilience and recovery
