Mental Health Nursing for Children and Adolescents
( 25 Modules )

Module #1
Introduction to Mental Health in Children and Adolescents
Overview of mental health issues in children and adolescents, importance of mental health nursing, and role of the nurse in promoting mental health

Module #2
Normal Child and Adolescent Development
Physical, emotional, and cognitive development in children and adolescents, and implications for mental health

Module #3
Mental Health Assessment in Children and Adolescents
Principles and techniques of mental health assessment, including observation, interview, and standardized tools

Module #4
Anxiety Disorders in Children and Adolescents
Epidemiology, etiology, symptoms, and treatment of anxiety disorders, including separation anxiety, social anxiety, and obsessive-compulsive disorder

Module #5
Depressive Disorders in Children and Adolescents
Epidemiology, etiology, symptoms, and treatment of depressive disorders, including major depressive disorder and dysthymic disorder

Module #6
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Epidemiology, etiology, symptoms, and treatment of ADHD, including pharmacological and non-pharmacological interventions

Module #7
Trauma and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) in Children and Adolescents
Epidemiology, etiology, symptoms, and treatment of trauma and PTSD, including traumatic grief and complex trauma

Module #8
Eating Disorders in Children and Adolescents
Epidemiology, etiology, symptoms, and treatment of eating disorders, including anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, and binge eating disorder

Module #9
Sleep Disorders in Children and Adolescents
Epidemiology, etiology, symptoms, and treatment of sleep disorders, including insomnia, sleep terrors, and sleepwalking

Module #10
Mood Dysregulation and Bipolar Disorder in Children and Adolescents
Epidemiology, etiology, symptoms, and treatment of mood dysregulation and bipolar disorder, including pharmacological and non-pharmacological interventions

Module #11
Psychopharmacology in Children and Adolescents
Principles and practices of psychopharmacology, including medication classes, dosing, and side effects

Module #12
Therapeutic Interventions in Mental Health Nursing
Overview of evidence-based therapeutic interventions, including cognitive-behavioral therapy, solution-focused therapy, and family therapy

Module #13
Play Therapy and Creative Interventions
Theory and application of play therapy and creative interventions, including art, music, and drama therapy

Module #14
Crisis Intervention and Stabilization
Principles and practices of crisis intervention, including assessment, stabilization, and referral

Module #15
Mental Health Promotion and Prevention
Strategies for promoting mental health and preventing mental illness, including health education, media literacy, and peer support

Module #16
Legal and Ethical Issues in Mental Health Nursing
Legal and ethical principles and considerations in mental health nursing, including confidentiality, informed consent, and duty to warn

Module #17
Cultural Competence in Mental Health Nursing
Cultural competence in mental health nursing, including cultural awareness, sensitivity, and humility

Module #18
Working with Families and Caregivers
Importance of family-centered care, including engagement, assessment, and intervention

Module #19
Collaboration with Interdisciplinary Teams
Principles and practices of interdisciplinary collaboration, including communication, consultation, and referral

Module #20
Mental Health in Special Populations
Mental health issues in special populations, including children with chronic illness, those with intellectual or developmental disabilities, and LGBTQ+ youth

Module #21
Technology and Mental Health in Children and Adolescents
Impact of technology on mental health, including social media, gaming, and online safety

Module #22
Mental Health and the School Environment
Role of schools in promoting mental health, including school-based interventions and collaboration with educators

Module #23
Mental Health and the Community
Role of communities in promoting mental health, including community-based interventions and resources

Module #24
Research and Evidence-Based Practice in Mental Health Nursing
Importance of research and evidence-based practice in mental health nursing, including critical appraisal and application

Module #25
Course Wrap-Up & Conclusion
Planning next steps in Mental Health Nursing for Children and Adolescents career

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Mental Health Nursing for Children and Adolescents ( 25 Modules )

Mental Health Nursing for Children and Adolescents
( 25 Modules )