Course Description:
This presentation will help attendees understand the difference between professional burnout and depression. The specific characteristics of burnout as a special type of work- related stress will be discussed. The typical characteristics of depression will also be presented. The distinction between professional burnout and depression will be explained. Burnout and depression as they relate to Nursing Home Administrators, nurses, physicians and social workers will be presented. Participants will be introduced to various treatment methods for both depression and burnout.
Learning Objectives: 1) Participants will complete a self-evaluation looking for signs of professional burnout within themselves; 2) Participants will learn the signs of professional burnout; 3) Participants will review the 12 steps of burnout and how to avoid it.
Course Link: http://www.gswsm.org
CE Value (credits): 1
CE Type: Standard
Sponsor Name:
Geriatric Social Workers of Southeast MI
Contact Information:
Karen Adair
586-615-2985
kadair@adairce.com