Description
The aim of the webinar is to understand the difficulties in the assessment of people with intellectual disability and to think about how these can be addressed. Participants will review definitions of intellectual disability and consider the prevalence of mental disorders in this group. They will also learn how mental illness can present in this population and consider what adjustments in practice may need to be made.Trainers
- VDDS Staff (Clinical staff) — St Vincent's Hospital Melbourne_Victorian Dual Disability Service
Eligibility criteria
Categories:
Capability 1 - Embedding responsible, safe and ethical practice,
Capability 3 - Working with diverse consumers, families, and communities,
Capability 10 - Delivering compassionate care, support and treatment,
Capability 11 - Promoting prevention, early intervention and help-seeking
Disciplines:
Allied Health,
Lived Experience Workforce,
Medical,
Nursing,
Other
Levels:
Introductory
Lifespans:
Adult
12:30 to 13:30 Add to calendar
Online
There is no cost
