Treating Depression with e-couch

In this webinar

This is the fifth in a series of stand-alone webinars. e-couch, developed by the Australian National University, provides evidence-based information and teaches strategies drawn from cognitive, behavioural and interpersonal therapies as well as relaxation and physical activity. GPs will learn how this and other e-Mental Health programs can be incorporated into the general practice environment. 

The webinar series

The series examines some of the online mental health treatment programs that GPs need to know about, focusing on evidence-based programs that have been developed in Australia. The evidence around the efficacy and usefulness of different programs will be discussed along with practice aspects of using the programs.

Summary:

• e-Mental Health programs are a useful adjunct to mental health treatment in primary care
• There is good evidence that patient outcomes improve with the use of e-Mental Health programs
• A variety of locally-developed e-Mental Health programs are available
• GPs need to be familiar with the programs their patients are using and be able to recommend the use of these programs appropriately

Audience

GPs and GP registrars who are who are interested in improving outcomes for patients with mental health conditions.

CPD Information

Participants who view this webinar are eligible for 2 QI&CPD Points and 2 Core ACRRM points.