Oxford Diploma : Depression Relief // Depression Counselling

🌟 Depression Relief: Watch; Apply in 2024 🌟

Course Overview:

Note: This course does not qualify the recipient to perform any form of therapy or counseling for any other person.

This short, updated (April 2024) course offers a deep dive into how depression is portrayed in cinema and theatre. It provides insights into various aspects of depression through the lens of film and narrative, offering both theoretical understanding and practical application.

What You'll Explore:

• 1️⃣ The Stress of Your Children Leaving Home
• 2️⃣ Missing Someone You Love
• 3️⃣ War and Depression
• 4️⃣ The Death of a Spouse
• 5️⃣ Can Watching a Film Make You Depressed?
• 6️⃣ War (in Films) and Depression
• 7️⃣ Suicide and Depression
• 8️⃣ What if a Family Member Has Depression?
• 9️⃣ Crosswords and Depression
• 🔟 Conflict Resolution
• 1️⃫ Homelessness and Depression

Course Content & Interactive Learning: In this course, you'll be engaging with a variety of media, including Youtube videos and news articles, to complement the lectures. Each lecture often features a film where instructor Chris Sivewright uses real-life scenarios to bring the topics to life. By watching these films, you'll gain a better understanding of the complexities of depression and how it can be represented artistically.

Engage & Enrich:

"The more you participate, the more you will get out of this course."

• Nisar Ali says: "This has been a life-changing experience. Your efforts are really appreciable for all and creating this course."

• Tricia Bethel shares: "I think it is very interesting as it involves applying film to emotions."

• Malka Gluck reflects: "I am taking it for professional reasons, hoping to start a master's in counselling and psychotherapy for children, young adults, and families in September 2019. I hope this course will give me a taste of some of the issues I will learn about."

Course Approach & Benefits:

• Interactive Learning Stages:
  1. A topic is introduced, setting the stage for exploration.
  2. A film/film clip is shown to illustrate the discussed points.
  3. You'll be tasked with homework or further research to deepen your understanding and application of the concepts.

By following these stages, you'll not only gain knowledge but also be able to apply it in real-life situations. This interactive approach ensures that you remain engaged and can see the practical implications of what you are learning.

Why Take This Course?

• Real-world Application: Learn how to recognize and address depression through the powerful mediums of cinema and theatre.
• Interactive Learning Experience: Engage with films, discussions, and personal reflection to enhance your understanding of depression.
• Expert Guidance: Learn from Chris Sivewright's expert insights and real-life examples drawn from films.
• Oxford Diploma: Complete the course and receive an Oxford Diploma to certify your newfound knowledge and skills.

Join us on this enlightening journey through cinema, where you'll uncover the intricacies of depression and learn valuable strategies for coping, understanding, and potentially even helping those who struggle with it. Enroll now and take the first step towards a deeper comprehension of depression and its portrayal in art.