Anxiety Awareness
Webinar Training
Anxiety Awareness
Course length 2 Hours
Maximum number to attend, 20 – 60, up to 20 delegates per course
This course is aimed at all staff working within Health and Social Care who are involved in supporting individuals with an anxiety disorder.
The course will provide the delegates with the confidence to identify symptoms and provide various strategies to support the individual.
Learning Outcome & Assessment Criteria
Introduction - Mental Health
Define the terms:
Mental Health
Mental Illness
Understand the relevant legislation
Types of Anxiety Disorders
Understand what an anxiety disorder is
Discuss the types of anxiety disorders:
General Anxiety Disorder (GAD)
Social Anxiety Disorder
Panic Disorder
Phobias
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
Health Anxiety
Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD)
Anxiety Signs and Symptoms
Discuss the effects of anxiety:
Effects on the body
Effects on the mind
Treatment and Support
Discuss treatment options for anxiety disorders.
Understand the support available.
At the end of the training session, there is a written assessment to evidence the learning of the attendees.