100609: Cancer and Depression

About the Course:

Addresses key issues related to persons with cancer and risks for depression. Focuses on assessment and intervention. Includes specific coverage of pediatric depression and treating suicidal cancer patients.

Author

National Cancer Institute's CancerNet group

Recommended For:

This course is recommended for social workers, counselors, psychologists, and other human services and behavioral health professionals who seek knowledge about issues related to persons with cancer and risks for depression. It is appropriate for participants with intermediate to advanced levels of knowledge about the topic.

Course Objectives:

1. Increase knowledge of the relationships between cancer and depression.

2. Understand how to assess and diagnose depression in cancer patients.

3. Be able to identify effective ways to treat depression in cancer patients.

4. Learn about pediatric depression and cancer.