📖 Health Literacy for Mental Health Conditions *coming soon
- 1. 1.1 – What Mental Health Really Means 00:00:00
- 2. 1.2 – The Connection Between Thoughts, Feelings, and Behaviors 00:00:00
- 3. 1.3 – Mental Health Across the Lifespan 00:00:00
- 4. 1.4 – How Stress Affects Mental Well-Being 00:00:00
- 5. 1.5 – Mental Health vs. Mental Illness 00:00:00
- 6. 1.6 – The Role of Daily Habits in Mental Health 00:00:00
- 7. 1.7 – Recognizing Early Warning Signs of Struggles 00:00:00
- 8. 1.8 – The Mind-Body Connection Explained 00:00:00
- 9. 1.9 – Understanding Mental Health in Families 00:00:00
- 10. 1.10 – Why Mental Health Matters in Communities 00:00:00
- 11. 1.11 – The Difference Between Coping and Thriving 00:00:00
- 12. 1.12 – How Trauma Impacts Mental Health 00:00:00
- 13. 1.13 – Factors That Protect Mental Health 00:00:00
- 14. 1.14 – Breaking Myths About Mental Illness 00:00:00
- 15. 1.15 – Seeing Mental Health as Part of Whole Health 00:00:00
- 1. 2.1 – What Is a Diagnosis? 00:00:00
- 2. 2.2 – Anxiety Disorders: Basic Understanding 00:00:00
- 3. 2.3 – Depression and Mood Disorders Defined 00:00:00
- 4. 2.4 – Trauma and PTSD in Plain Language 00:00:00
- 5. 2.5 – Psychosis and Schizophrenia Explained 00:00:00
- 6. 2.6 – Bipolar Disorder: What It Means 00:00:00
- 7. 2.7 – Substance Use and Mental Health 00:00:00
- 8. 2.8 – Personality Disorders Clarified 00:00:00
- 9. 2.9 – ADHD and Related Conditions 00:00:00
- 10. 2.10 – Autism and Mental Health Supports 00:00:00
- 11. 2.11 – Learning About Dual Diagnosis 00:00:00
- 12. 2.12 – Understanding Comorbidity 00:00:00
- 13. 2.13 – Language Around Recovery 00:00:00
- 14. 2.14 – Reducing Fear of Labels 00:00:00
- 15. 2.15 – Using Diagnosis as a Tool, Not a Definition 00:00:00
- 1. 3.1 – When Stress Is Normal and When It’s Not 00:00:00
- 2. 3.2 – Physical Symptoms of Stress and Anxiety 00:00:00
- 3. 3.3 – Emotional Symptoms That Signal a Problem 00:00:00
- 4. 3.4 – When Sadness Becomes Depression 00:00:00
- 5. 3.5 – Sleep Issues and Mental Health 00:00:00
- 6. 3.6 – Appetite Changes and Mood 00:00:00
- 7. 3.7 – Irritability vs. Anger Problems 00:00:00
- 8. 3.8 – Trouble Concentrating: Stress or ADHD? 00:00:00
- 9. 3.9 – Panic Attacks and Their Signs 00:00:00
- 10. 3.10 – Recognizing Burnout 00:00:00
- 11. 3.11 – When Stress Affects Relationships 00:00:00
- 12. 3.12 – The Line Between Worry and Anxiety Disorder 00:00:00
- 13. 3.13 – Behavioral Changes to Notice 00:00:00
- 14. 3.14 – Self-Awareness Journaling for Symptoms 00:00:00
- 15. 3.15 – Seeking Help When Symptoms Escalate 00:00:00
- 1. 4.1 – The Role of Psychotherapy 00:00:00
- 2. 4.2 – Types of Therapy (CBT, DBT, etc.) 00:00:00
- 3. 4.3 – Medications: How They Work 00:00:00
- 4. 4.4 – Side Effects and Monitoring 00:00:00
- 5. 4.5 – Combining Therapy and Medication 00:00:00
- 6. 4.6 – Skills Training and Coping Tools 00:00:00
- 7. 4.7 – Peer Support and Groups 00:00:00
- 8. 4.8 – Case Management and Daily Living Skills 00:00:00
- 9. 4.9 – Hospitalization and Crisis Services 00:00:00
- 10. 4.10 – Alternative and Complementary Supports 00:00:00
- 11. 4.11 – Understanding Informed Consent 00:00:00
- 12. 4.12 – How to Track Progress in Treatment 00:00:00
- 13. 4.13 – When to Ask for a Second Opinion 00:00:00
- 14. 4.14 – Family Involvement in Care 00:00:00
- 15. 4.15 – Recovery as an Ongoing Process 00:00:00
- 1. 5.1 – How to Find a Provider That Fits 00:00:00
- 2. 5.2 – Understanding Insurance Basics 00:00:00
- 3. 5.3 – Medicaid and Medicare Options 00:00:00
- 4. 5.4 – How to Get Referrals 00:00:00
- 5. 5.5 – Telehealth and Virtual Care 00:00:00
- 6. 5.6 – What Happens at an Intake Appointment 00:00:00
- 7. 5.7 – Role of Primary Care in Mental Health 00:00:00
- 8. 5.8 – Behavioral Health vs. Medical Health 00:00:00
- 9. 5.9 – Emergency vs. Routine Care 00:00:00
- 10. 5.10 – How to Access Community Resources 00:00:00
- 11. 5.11 – Confidentiality in Healthcare 00:00:00
- 12. 5.12 – The Role of Case Managers 00:00:00
- 13. 5.13 – Advocacy in Appointments 00:00:00
- 14. 5.14 – Overcoming Barriers to Access 00:00:00
- 15. 5.15 – Building a Care Team That Works 00:00:00
- 1. 6.1 – The Right to Privacy and HIPAA 00:00:00
- 2. 6.2 – Informed Consent Explained 00:00:00
- 3. 6.3 – Right to Refuse or Stop Treatment 00:00:00
- 4. 6.4 – Rights in Inpatient Settings 00:00:00
- 5. 6.5 – Understanding Involuntary Treatment 00:00:00
- 6. 6.6 – Rights for Minors and Guardianship 00:00:00
- 7. 6.7 – Workplace Rights and Accommodations 00:00:00
- 8. 6.8 – Housing and Mental Health Protections 00:00:00
- 9. 6.9 – Anti-Discrimination Laws in Mental Health 00:00:00
- 10. 6.10 – Disability Rights and Benefits 00:00:00
- 11. 6.11 – Access to Records and Documentation 00:00:00
- 12. 6.12 – Filing Complaints and Grievances 00:00:00
- 13. 6.13 – State vs. Federal Protections 00:00:00
- 14. 6.14 – Advocacy Organizations and Legal Help 00:00:00
- 15. 6.15 – Empowering Yourself Through Knowledge of Rights 00:00:00
- 1. 7.1 – What Health Literacy Means 00:00:00
- 2. 7.2 – Reading a Prescription Label 00:00:00
- 3. 7.3 – Understanding a Treatment Plan 00:00:00
- 4. 7.4 – How to Read a Lab Report 00:00:00
- 5. 7.5 – Making Sense of Side Effects Lists 00:00:00
- 6. 7.6 – Understanding Consent Forms 00:00:00
- 7. 7.7 – How to Research Online Safely 00:00:00
- 8. 7.8 – Recognizing Reliable vs. Fake Sources 00:00:00
- 9. 7.9 – Interpreting Screening Results 00:00:00
- 10. 7.10 – Using Patient Portals Effectively 00:00:00
- 11. 7.11 – Breaking Down Complex Medical Terms 00:00:00
- 12. 7.12 – Asking Questions for Clarity 00:00:00
- 13. 7.13 – Using Tools for Translation or Simplicity 00:00:00
- 14. 7.14 – Building Confidence in Health Reading 00:00:00
- 15. 7.15 – Teaching Health Literacy to Family 00:00:00
- 1. 8.1 – Preparing Questions Before Appointments 00:00:00
- 2. 8.2 – How to Share Symptoms Clearly 00:00:00
- 3. 8.3 – Describing Side Effects Accurately 00:00:00
- 4. 8.4 – Telling Your Story Without Overwhelm 00:00:00
- 5. 8.5 – Role of Family in Communication 00:00:00
- 6. 8.6 – How to Handle Medical Jargon 00:00:00
- 7. 8.7 – Asking About Alternatives 00:00:00
- 8. 8.8 – Communicating When You Disagree 00:00:00
- 9. 8.9 – Using Notes and Journals in Appointments 00:00:00
- 10. 8.10 – How to Speak Up Without Fear 00:00:00
- 11. 8.11 – Emailing and Messaging Doctors Professionally 00:00:00
- 12. 8.12 – Following Up After Visits 00:00:00
- 13. 8.13 – Communicating During Crisis 00:00:00
- 14. 8.14 – Advocating for Culturally Competent Care 00:00:00
- 15. 8.15 – Building a Collaborative Relationship 00:00:00
- 1. 9.1 – Understanding What Stigma Means 00:00:00
- 2. 9.2 – Stigma in Families and Relationships 00:00:00
- 3. 9.3 – Cultural Perspectives on Mental Health 00:00:00
- 4. 9.4 – Workplace Stigma and Mental Illness 00:00:00
- 5. 9.5 – Fighting Stigma Through Education 00:00:00
- 6. 9.6 – Self-Advocacy Basics 00:00:00
- 7. 9.7 – Speaking Openly About Mental Health 00:00:00
- 8. 9.8 – Using Support Groups for Empowerment 00:00:00
- 9. 9.9 – Advocacy in Schools and Communities 00:00:00
- 10. 9.10 – Social Media and Mental Health Advocacy 00:00:00
- 11. 9.11 – Turning Personal Stories Into Strength 00:00:00
- 12. 9.12 – Supporting Others Facing Stigma 00:00:00
- 13. 9.13 – Shifting Language to Reduce Stigma 00:00:00
- 14. 9.14 – Policy and Advocacy for Change 00:00:00
- 15. 9.15 – Empowering the Next Generation 00:00:00
- 1. 10.1 – What Belongs in a Toolkit 00:00:00
- 2. 10.2 – Building a Crisis Plan 00:00:00
- 3. 10.3 – Collecting Reliable Resources 00:00:00
- 4. 10.4 – Daily Self-Care Practices 00:00:00
- 5. 10.5 – Identifying Support People 00:00:00
- 6. 10.6 – Keeping a Symptom Tracker 00:00:00
- 7. 10.7 – Medication and Treatment Organizer 00:00:00
- 8. 10.8 – Coping Skills Cards 00:00:00
- 9. 10.9 – Emergency Numbers and Hotlines 00:00:00
- 10. 10.10 – Self-Soothing Tools for Anxiety 00:00:00
- 11. 10.11 – Relapse Prevention Materials 00:00:00
- 12. 10.12 – Educational Handouts and Pamphlets 00:00:00
- 13. 10.13 – Technology Tools and Apps 00:00:00
- 14. 10.14 – Updating and Reviewing Toolkit Regularly 00:00:00
- 15. 10.15 – Sharing Toolkit With Family and Care Team 00:00:00
Course overview
Lesson Overview
4.3 – Medications: How They Work: Medications for mental health help balance chemicals in the brain that affect mood, focus, or energy. They don’t change your personality—they help you feel more like yourself. Some work slowly over weeks, so patience is key. Taking medicine as prescribed builds steady results. Common types include antidepressants, anti-anxiety meds, mood stabilizers, and antipsychotics. Each person’s body reacts differently, so finding the right one can take time. Medication works best with therapy and lifestyle support. It’s okay to ask questions about side effects or dosage. Using medication is a sign of care, not weakness—it’s one tool in your healing plan.
About this course
Education and tools to help individuals understand mental health conditions, treatment options, and how to navigate the healthcare system effectively.
This course includes:
- Educational materials explaining common mental health conditions and treatments
- Provider communication templates and question guides
- Resource directories for local and national mental health support services