Understanding Depression

Understanding Depression

How is depression different from sadness? An accessible guide to understanding the symptoms, causes, and treatment for depressive disorders

By Mindspring Mental Health Alliance

Date and time

Thursday, May 29 · 8 - 9am PDT

Location

Online

About this event

  • Event lasts 1 hour

How is depression different from sadness? An accessible guide to understanding causation, symptoms, and treatment options for depressive disorders. Learn practical tips for managing symptoms and helping others in this one-hour seminar sponsored by United Way of Central Iowa.

Fine print: Certificates of attendance are provided at no cost. CEUs are not provided. Everyone who registers will receive the webinar recording 24 hours after the live event.

Meet the Instructor: Alex Rohn, LMHC, is a licensed mental health counselor and a graduate of the University of Northern Iowa. Alex has worked in a variety of clinical and academic settings providing individual and group therapy as well as education and outreach surrounding trauma, mental health and stress management. Prior to her role at Mindspring Mental Health Alliance, she coordinated programs and provided mental health education to educators and parents for a school mental health non-profit in the metro. In her free time, she enjoys chasing her twin girls, spending time with friends and family, and volunteering with other mental health and suicide prevention organizations.

Organized by

Mindspring Mental Health Alliance is a grass roots, self help, education, support and advocacy organization dedicated to improving the lives of individuals and families impacted by mental health. 

FreeMay 29 · 8:00 AM PDT