About this course

The COVID-19 pandemic took its toll on the mental health of people, leading to an increase in depressive and anxiety disorders in the post-pandemic era. As such, it is vital to recognize these depression symptoms and anxiety attack symptoms at the primary care level, with due regard to red flags indicating a need to refer to a specialist. Both pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic interventions play a pivotal role in the overall management of these mental health disorders.

This e-learning module aims to discuss the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on the mental health of the general population, and the diagnostic and management approach to depression and anxiety disorder.

Learning outcomes

• Understand the effect of COVID-19 on mental health conditions, with a focus on depression and anxiety
• Recognize symptoms of mental health conditions that warrant treatment
• Understand how to initiate various interventions for mental health conditions, particularly depression, and anxiety
• Gain insight on indications that will warrant referral for further psychiatric care

Topics covered

• Mental Health in Post Pandemic Era/New Normal
• Definition and Important Factors of Mental Health
• Covid 19 and Mental Health
• Anxiety and Depression in the New Normal
• Indications for treatment
• Treatment
• Goals of Treatment based on the Factors affecting Mental Health
• Modes of Intervention
• Indications for referral to further psychiatric care