Benign and Malignant MH conditions in Women that are blind sided on a daily.
Mental Health Awareness in Women
Description
Summary
This teaching session will explain important mental health conditions often misdiagnosed or overlooked in women, helping medical professionals become more aware of what to look for. Participants will gain insight into identifying and managing both benign and malignant conditions that can adversely affect the wellbeing of their patients. Gain invaluable knowledge in a vital and often overlooked area of healthcare.
Learning objectives
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Identify the common signs, symptoms, and diagnosis criteria of value in primary care for mental health conditions in women.
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Understand the variation in presentation between benign and malignant mental health conditions in women.
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Distinguish between physical and mental health conditions in women, including potential comorbidity.
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Discuss the most effective strategies for screening for mental health conditions in women.
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Outline available evidence-based interventions to address mental health conditions in women.