Mental Illness & Self-Medicating

In this presentation, participants will gain an understanding of the difference between stress, burnout and mental health conditions. Participants will learn the impact of mental health on family unit and discover ways to support someone experiencing a mental health condition. A general overview of the dangers of self-medication and the disease of substance use disorder will be presented. Participants will also learn about stigma surrounding mental health and substance use disorder. Participants will explore practical self-care techniques to take an active role in their own overall well-being. Resources will be provided at the end of the presentation.

Objectives

• Define what is stress, burnout and mental health
• Learn the cost of stigma
• View the impact on the family unit
• Define self-medication vs. self-care
• Explore Substance Use Disorder 101
• Learn what are the best resources

Target Audience
The training will be for professionals who work in the aging field. (Case managers social workers, nursing home administrators, LPC, and drug and alcohol professionals).