Mental Wellness for Health Professionals: COVID-19 Response and Strategies for the Future

Course Overview

As the number of individuals and communities affected by the COVID-19 pandemic continues to climb, ongoing stress and uncertainty threatens the mental health and wellbeing of people worldwide. A second wave of global concern has already begun to swell and evidence-informed action is needed to coordinate an effective mental health response.

“It is now crystal clear that mental health needs must be treated as a core element of our response to and recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic”

-- Dr. Tedros Adhanom Gehbreyesus, Director-General of the World Health Organization

During this course, attendees will learn about the mental health consequences of COVID-19 globally and practical strategies for promoting wellbeing. Acknowledging the wide spread emotional toll of the COVID-19 pandemic, a diverse array of experts will provide insight on how to bridge science and practice across different settings. Attendees will also have the opportunity to learn from individuals on the frontlines of treating mental health during the current pandemic.

Who Should Attend

This course has been designed for:

• Primary and Specialty Physicians
• Nurse Practitioners
• Nurses
• Pharmacists
• Physician Assistants
• Psychologists.

This course may also be of interest to those who practice in Psychiatry and Psychology and Mental Health.

Learning Objectives

Upon completion of this activity, participants will be able to:

• Describe the complex and significant mental health consequences of the COVID-19 pandemic from existing and emerging evidence
• Distinguish the differential impact of COVID-19 on the mental health of specific populations
• Employ evidence-based skills for wellness to increase resilience in the wake of COVID-19
• Describe innovative treatment and programs for addressing complex mental health needs as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic

This course is not eligible for CME credits.