Mental Health Disorders 201

Module 1: A Deeper Understanding of Mental Disorders
1.1 Exploring Less Common Mental Health Disorders
1.2 Co-occurring Disorders and Dual Diagnosis
1.3 Advances in Diagnostic Tools and Techniques
1.4 Personalised Treatment Approaches

Module 2: Neurobiology and Mental Health
2.1 Brain Structures and Their Role in Mental Disorders
2.2 Neurotransmitters and Their Impact on Mental Health
2.3 Neuroimaging and Biomarkers
2.4 Pharmacological Interventions and Psychopharmacology

Module 3: Trauma-Informed Care
3.1 Understanding Complex Trauma
3.2 Evidence-Based Treatments for Trauma
3.3 Integrating Trauma-Informed Approaches in Practice
3.4 Resilience and Post-Traumatic Growth

Module 4: Cross-Cultural Considerations in Mental Health Disorders
4.1 Cultural Formulation in Diagnosis
4.2 Tailored Therapeutic Approaches
4.3 Addressing Mental Health Disparities
4.4 Immigrant and Refugee Mental Health

Module 5: Evidence-Based Therapeutic Approaches
5.1 Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
5.2 Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT)
5.3 Mindfulness-Based Interventions
5.4 Art and Expressive Therapies in Mental Health

Module 6: Substance Use Disorders and Dual Diagnosis
6.1 Integrated Treatment Approaches
6.2 Harm Reduction Strategies
6.3 Recovery-Oriented Care
6.4 Emerging Trends in Substance Use

Module 7: Ethics and Legal Considerations in Complex Cases
7.1 Navigating Ethical Dilemmas
7.2 Legal Aspects of Mental Health Practice
7.3 Suicidal and Self-Harming Clients
7.4 Ethical Considerations in Special Populations

Module 8: Global Mental Health Issues
8.1 Mental Health in Low-Resource Settings
8.2 Humanitarian and Disaster Mental Health
8.3 Cross-Cultural Mental Health Promotion
8.4 Advocacy for International Mental Health Initiatives

Module 9: Research and Innovations in Mental Health Disorders
9.1 Critical Appraisal of Research
9.2 Outcome Measurement and Evaluation
9.3 Advancements in Treatment Efficacy
9.4 Conducting Research in Mental Health Disorders

Module 10: Complex Case Studies and Treatment Planning
10.1 Analysing Complex Cases
10.2 Developing Comprehensive Treatment Plans
10.3 Multidisciplinary Approaches
10.4 Ethical Considerations in Complex Cases

Module 11: Family and Community Interventions
11.1 Family-Based Therapies
11.2 Community Mental Health Programmes
11.3 Mental Health Education and Outreach
11.4 Reducing Mental Health Stigma

Module 12: Supervision, Leadership, and Continuing Education
12.1 Leadership in Mental Health Organisations
12.2 The Role of Supervision in Clinical Practice
12.3 Continuing Education and Professional Growth
12.4 Advocacy and Policy Initiatives in Mental Health