Adult mental health : psychological therapies and interventions

Depression in later life is often shaped by a complex interaction of biological, psychological, and social changes associated with ageing. Effective intervention requires practitioners to understand both the unique context of later life and the evidence-based approaches that can support recovery. This bespoke training programme provides a comprehensive framework for understanding and applying Behavioural Activation (BA) with older adults experiencing depression.

Prerequisites: 1. Hold a professional qualification in mental health. 2. Have completed BA Basics and commenced the BATD-R e-learning programme: https://learn.nes.nhs.scot/21865 3. Have supervision in place with an appropriately qualified BA supervisor. 4. Have organisational and supervisory support to implement the learning in clinical practice, including four coaching sessions embedded within supervision.

Learning aims: Increase the availability of Behavioural Activation for Older Adults with depression.

Learning outcomes: 1. Critically reflect on key psychological processes associated with ageing and explain their relevance to the assessment, formulation, and treatment of depression in older adults. 2. Identify the core principles and components of Brief Behavioural Activation for Depression and critically evaluate how these support recovery in older adults experiencing depression. 3. Integrate knowledge of ageing and Behavioural Activation to develop and adapt psychologically informed interventions that address the specific needs, strengths, and challenges of older adults experiencing depression. 4. Critically reflect on and synthesise personal and professional learning to develop and apply strategies for integrating Behavioural Activation for depression in later life within own clinical practice and service.

Type: Bookable course

Audience: General audience, Psychology (audience)