This course has been developed to empower our service users and carers so that they have a better understanding of their treatment options and most importantly feel able to talk to healthcare professionals about their queries and concerns.
By the end of this course, you will:
- Know the way that medicines work in our bodies
- Understand the effects of anti-depressants, mood stabilisers and anti-psychotics
- Consider the range of side effects experienced by people taking medication to treat mental health
- Understand the range of medication available to treat the side effects of anti-depressants, mood stabilisers and anti-psychotics
- Be aware of the interactions between mental health medication, smoking, diet, drinking and illicit drug use
- Consider strategies for managing side effects of medication
- Consider ways of approaching mental health professionals to discuss options in relation to medication.
Date: 11 September 2023
Times: 10.30am to 3.30pm
Venue: Seminar Room 1, The Curve, Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust, Bury New Road, Prestwich, Manchester M25 3BL