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Mentally Healthy Aging

Mentally Healthy Aging

3 hours
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Course

Learn the most effective strategies to overcome stigma surrounding mental illness and improve the quality of life for older adults with mental health diagnoses in this course.

Nationally & state accredited


Course Features

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What you'll learn

At the conclusion of this continuing education activity, the participant will be able to:

  1. Understand the results of key research studies focused on older adults and mental health.

  2. Name and define the different types of stigma and discrimination that impacts older adults with mental illnesses.

  3. Name and define the various barriers that make it difficult to overcome the stigmas surrounding mental illness.

  4. Understand how barriers to overcoming stigma continue the cycle of discrimination.

  5. Identify the most effective strategies for overcoming the stigma surrounding mental illness, especially among older adults.

  6. Understand the importance of continued efforts to overcome these barriers and improve the quality of life for older adults with mental health diagnoses.


Course description

This course provides the most effective strategies for overcoming the stigma surrounding mental illness to overcome these barriers and improve the quality of life for older adults with mental health diagnoses.


Course content

  • Introduction

  • Executive Summary

  • Research Findings on Older Adults and Mental Health

  • Mental Illnesses in Older Adults 

  • Prevalence of Mental Disorders at Age 65+

  • Depression Is Associated with Worse Health Outcomes

  • Depression in Older Adults and Health Care Costs

  • Suicide in Older Adults

  • Poor Quality of Care for Older Persons with Mental Disorders

  • Unmet Need for Community Treatment

  • Manifestations of Stigma and Discrimination

  • Self-Stigma

  • Public Stigma

  • Institutional Stigma

  • The Consequences

  • It Is Time to Act

  • Barriers to Eliminating Stigma

  • Lack of Information 

  • Lack of Resources

  • Lack of Competent Health Care Professionals

  • Lack of Understanding

  • Lack of Interest

  • The Challenge of Territoriality 

  • Strategies to Overcome the Barriers

  • Empower and Educate Older Adults with Mental Illnesses

  • Educate the Public on Mental Health and Aging 

  • Conclusion


Course details

CE Broker ID20-762666
Activity TypeKnowledge-based
Activity FormatEnduring

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Instructor

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Patricia DunnDNP, APRN, FNP-BC

Patricia Dunn DNP, APRN, FNP-BC is a Nurse Practitioner with over 20 years of experience as an Advanced Practice Nurse and 20 years as a Registered Nurse. She has served as an APRN for Florida Pain Institute, Heart Rhythm Associates of Brevard, House Calls of Central Florida. She earned her Doctorate of Nursing Practice from Walden University, Minneapolis.


Ideal CE course for these professions

This continuing education course is especially relevant for these healthcare professions, but other professionals may also benefit


Accreditations

AchieveCE is an approved provider (Provider #50-20641) of continuing education for long term care facility professionals.

  • Georgia State Board of Long-Term Care Facility Administrators


Frequently asked questions

How many CE credits does this course provide?

This course, "Mentally Healthy Aging", provides 3 contact hours of continuing education credit upon successful completion.

Is this course accredited?

Yes, this course is accredited by Long-Term Care Facility Administrators, Massage Therapy, Alaska Board of Social Work Examiners - Mentally Healthy Aging, Nursing, Mental Health. AchieveCE is an approved provider of continuing education for healthcare professionals.

Which professions is this course approved for?

This course is especially relevant for: Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Advanced Practice Nurse Prescribers, Social Worker Intern, Licensed Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Certified Master Social Worker, Licensed Independent Marriage and Family Therapist, Licensed Independent Social Worker, Registered Nurse Practitioner, Advanced Practice Nurses, Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, Psychiatric Nurse, Clinical Nurse Specialist, Licensed Practical Nurse, Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Psychiatric Technician Nurse, Nurse Practitioner, Registered Nurse, Long-Term Care Facility Administrators, Licensed Nursing Assistant, Advanced Practice Registered Nurse, Public Health Nurse, Licensed Mental Health Counselor Intern, Licensed Masters Social Worker, Master's Social Work, Nursing Home Administrator, Licensed Certified Social Worker, Licensed Baccalaureate Social Worker, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Intern, Licensed Independent Social Worker Dual, Certified Nursing Assistant, Registered Social Worker Assistant, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Supervisor, Bachelor's Social Worker, Licensed Independent Social Worker Advanced Practice, Licensed Graduate Social Worker, Licensed Independent Social Worker Clinical Practice, Licensed Massage Therapist. Other healthcare professionals may also benefit from this continuing education content.

How do I report my CE credits after completing this course?

Your credits are automatically and instantly reported to CE Broker upon successful completion. No manual reporting is required on your part.

Will I receive a certificate of completion?

Yes, you will receive a certificate of completion immediately after finishing the course and passing the assessment. The certificate can be downloaded and printed directly from your account.

What is your refund policy?

We offer a 30-day money-back guarantee. If you are not satisfied with your purchase, you can request a full refund within 30 days of purchase.

How long do I have to complete this course?

You have unlimited time to complete the course at your own pace. Once purchased, the course is available in your account until its expiration date. You can pause and resume at any time.


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Dawn O.Nutritionist
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I am always interested in continuing education in the areas of health, wellness, nutrition and mental health. Your course was well written, well organized and helpful in meeting state licensure requirements.

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Priya M.Occupational Therapist
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Very well written, easy to digest, time efficient, and straight to the point. Thank you!

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Cristina GRegistered Nurse
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I appreciate the convenience of the course being online and accessible through my phone and that it directly reports to CEBroker to support mandated education requirements.

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Allison B.Nurse Practitioner
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I really loved this information. I was hospitalized last year for almost a month and I noticed multiple medical errors (not being hooked up to my IV multiple times, given wrong medication which caused my sodium to be very low, etc.) which lengthened my stay. I can now define those exact errors and better understand what happened to me. I hate that these medical errors are so common and I appreciate how well laid out your breakdown and categorization of them was.

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Requirements & disclosures

Financial Disclosures

This activity was developed by AchieveCE free of any commercial support. The following individuals have indicated that they have no financial relationships with an ineligible company that may impact upon this activity:

  • Patricia Dunn, DNP, APRN, FNP-BC - Nurse Planner, Content Expert and Faculty

  • Gracielle Tubera - Content Reviewer

  • Luke Porter – Content Reviewer

  • Dianne Arroyo - Activity Publisher

Passing Grade

Participants must achieve a passing score on the activity post-test, which may be 70% or 80%, depending on the course. They must also complete an activity evaluation. There are no time limits and unlimited test-taking attempts. Credits will be reported automatically to CE Broker if your license information is entered correctly in your profile.

Hardware Requirements

Windows 8.1, Windows 10, Mac OS X 10.1+, iOS 10+, Android 4.3+

Software Requirements

Google Chrome, Microsoft Edge, Mozilla Firefox, Adobe Acrobat Reader

Network Requirements

Broadband Internet Connection: T1, Hi-speed DSL or Cable4G cellular connection


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