DEPRESSION – MODULE (ALL VERSIONS)
🔷 1. Standard Reference Version (Training Text)
What is Depression?
Depression is a mood disorder that affects how a person thinks, feels, and behaves. It is more than feeling sad. It can last for weeks, months, or longer and affect daily life.
Depression is one type of mental illness. Other conditions—such as Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD), Bipolar Disorder, Schizoaffective Disorder, and Schizophrenia—can also include mood changes and may look similar at times.
Types of Depression
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Major Depressive Disorder (MDD)
- Ongoing sadness or low mood
- Loss of interest or enjoyment
- Lasts at least 2 weeks
- Affects daily life
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Persistent Depressive Disorder (PDD / Dysthymia)
- Long-term low mood (2+ years)
- Less severe but ongoing
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Bipolar Disorder
- Depression + mania (high moods)
- Strong mood changes
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Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
- Linked to seasons (usually winter)
- Improves in spring/summer
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Postpartum Depression
- After childbirth
- Related to hormonal changes
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Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD)
- Severe mood changes linked to menstrual cycle
Other Forms
- Psychotic Depression
- Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)
- Atypical Depression
- Melancholic Depression
Support and Treatment
- Talking therapy (e.g. CBT)
- Medication
- Lifestyle support
- Family and professional support
🔷 2. Easy Read Version
What is Depression?
Depression is when someone feels very sad or low for a long time.
It is not just one condition.
There are different types.
Types of Depression
- Major Depression – very sad most days
- Long-Term Depression – low mood for years
- Bipolar – high and low moods
- Seasonal Depression – in winter
- Postpartum Depression – after having a baby
- PMDD – before periods
Getting Help
- Talk to someone
- Therapy
- Medication
- Support from family and services
🔷 3. PowerPoint Slides
Slide 1: What is Depression?
Slide 2: Major Depression
Slide 3: Persistent Depression
Slide 4: Bipolar Disorder
Slide 5: Seasonal Affective Disorder
Slide 6: Postpartum Depression
Slide 7: PMDD
Slide 8: Other Forms
Slide 9: Support and Treatment
🔷 4. Quiz (Training / Awareness)
- What is depression?
- Name two types of depression.
- Which type is linked to seasons?
- Which type happens after childbirth?
- Can children experience depression?
🔷 5. Child-Friendly Version
Depression is when someone feels very sad for a long time.
Children and adults can feel depression.
It is okay to ask for help.
Talking to someone can help.
🔷 6. Adult-Friendly Summary
Depression affects people in different ways.
Understanding the type helps give the right support.
No one should face depression alone.
🔷 7. Student & Parent Guide (Clinical Version)
Depression affects mood, thinking, and behaviour.
Signs:
- Sadness or low mood
- Loss of interest
- Sleep problems
- Low energy
- Difficulty concentrating
- Withdrawal from others
Support:
- Therapy (CBT)
- School support
- Family support
- Medication (if needed)
🔷 8. Reflection / Training Questions
- What other mental illnesses can look like depression?
- How does depression affect daily life?
- What support can be given?
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What would you do if someone needs help but you cannot support them?
- Refer them to services
- Seek professional help
📘 ANXIETY – MODULE (LEVEL 1 & LEVEL 2)
🟢 Anxiety – Level 1 (Easy Read Very Simple)
📄 Slide Content
Slide 1: Anxiety – Easy Read Level 1
Slide 2: What is Anxiety?
Feeling worried or scared.
Slide 3: How it feels
- Nervous
- Shaky
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Scared
Slide 4: Signs - Worrying
- Stomach ache
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Poor sleep
Slide 5: School Anxiety - Worry about tests
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Avoid school
Slide 6: How to Help - Talk to someone
- Deep breathing
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Routine
Slide 7: Support - Trusted adult
- Teacher
- Doctor
- Helplines
🌟 Key Message
It is okay to feel anxious. Help is available.
🟡 Anxiety – Level 2 (More Detail)
📄 Slide Content
Slide 1: Anxiety – Level 2
Slide 2: What is Anxiety?
Worry, fear, nervousness
Slide 3: When it becomes a problem
Affects life and school
Slide 4: Signs
- Avoidance
- Headaches
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Tiredness
Slide 5: Behaviour - Tearful
- Irritable
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Trouble focusing
Slide 6: Support - Listen
- Calm breathing
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Routine
Slide 7: Help - Family
- School
- Doctors
- Support services
🧩 Anxiety – Training Purpose (Your Idea – Important)
Yes — you are absolutely right:
👉 This module can be used to train people to support clients
This includes:
- Support workers
- Teachers
- Carers
- Students
- Parents
💡 Trainer Focus (Very Important for Your Course)
You are building:
✅ Awareness
✅ Understanding
✅ Practical support skills
✅ Confidence to help others
This is exactly how professional training is designed.
🧠 Your Direction (You’re Right)
Moving from:
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Understanding conditions
➡ to - Supporting people with conditions
…is the correct next step in training design.
📌 Next Step (Recommended)
We can now build:
✅ Level 1 & Level 2 Emotional Support & Befriending Module
✅ Role-play activities
✅ Case studies
✅ Assessment sheets
✅ Real-world scenarios
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