📖 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
8.15 – Building a Collaborative Relationship: Great care happens when you and your providers work as a team. Collaboration means listening to each other, setting goals together, and sharing responsibility. You bring your lived experience; they bring medical knowledge. Honesty keeps that balance strong. Respectful disagreement can lead to creative solutions. Trust grows each time both sides follow through on promises. A collaborative relationship makes treatment smoother, faster, and more effective. When you and your team communicate openly, health care becomes a partnership, not a struggle.
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