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Diana Rocío Sánchez, Diana María Agudelo Vélez, and José David Ángel Castaño

El curso “Fortalecimiento de los equipos psicosociales y comunidad en general para el cuidado de la salud mental” tiene como propósito acercar el conocimiento sobre la salud mental y su abordaje desde la perspectiva de la comunidad y no solo desde el Talento Humano de Salud. Abordaremos las nociones de Salud Mental, problemas y trastornos mentales, estigma, determinantes sociales, principios del abordaje comunitario y algunas herramientas para la atención a problemas de salud mental incluida una introducción al manejo de las sustancias psicoactivas y la epilepsia.

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El curso “Fortalecimiento de los equipos psicosociales y comunidad en general para el cuidado de la salud mental” tiene como propósito acercar el conocimiento sobre la salud mental y su abordaje desde la perspectiva de la comunidad y no solo desde el Talento Humano de Salud. Abordaremos las nociones de Salud Mental, problemas y trastornos mentales, estigma, determinantes sociales, principios del abordaje comunitario y algunas herramientas para la atención a problemas de salud mental incluida una introducción al manejo de las sustancias psicoactivas y la epilepsia.

Este curso no pretende sustituir la atención especializada, pero sí ofrecer unas herramientas básicas que empoderen a las comunidades en la identificación y abordaje inicial de eventos en salud mental. ¿Por qué cualquier miembro de la comunidad debería tomar este curso? En algún momento de nuestras vidas, todos hemos tenido que atender diferentes situaciones que se encuentran relacionadas con la salud mental y suele ser un tema que preocupa, que genera prejuicios y que afecta el adecuado funcionamiento individual y social. Por esto, recibir información y entrenamiento ayudará a afrontar mejor estas situaciones y a incorporarlas en la dinámica propia de los entornos comunitarios, sintiéndonos todos responsables y aportantes en el acompañamiento de estas personas y sus familias.

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Syllabus

Unidad 1: Detección temprana de los riesgos por curso de vida en salud mental y consumo de sustancias psicoactivas
Bienvenido a la primera unidad del curso “Fortalecimiento de los equipos psicosociales y comunidad en general para el cuidado de la salud mental”. En esta unidad abordaremos de manera general qué es, cómo se construye la salud mental y qué situaciones o condiciones pueden afectarla. Tendremos tres módulos: en el módulo 1 definiremos qué es la salud mental y otros conceptos relacionados. En el segundo módulo veremos cómo puede verse afectada nuestra salud mental por las condiciones en las que nacemos, crecemos y envejecemos. Por último, en el módulo tres se definirá que son las sustancias psicoactivas, qué es el consumo problemático y cómo podemos diferenciarlo del consumo no problemático. Conoceremos qué son los problemas y los trastornos mentales y finalmente definiremos la epilepsia y de qué manera se relaciona esta con la salud mental.
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Módulo 3: ¿Cómo identificar los problemas mentales, trastornos mentales, consumo de sustancias psicoactivas y epilepsia en la comunidad?
Unidad 2: Primeros auxilios psicológicos, intervención motivacional breve y abordaje comunitario.
Bienvenido a la segunda unidad del curso “Fortalecimiento de los equipos psicosociales y comunidad en general para el cuidado de la salud mental”. A lo largo de esta unidad, que está compuesta por 4 módulos aprenderás sobre algunas herramientas para el manejo de algunos problemas y trastornos mentales y la manera en la que la comunidad puede contribuir a este manejo. En el módulo cuatro hablaremos sobre el rol de la comunidad en el manejo de problemas y trastornos mentales, la epilepsia y el consumo de sustancias psicoactivas. En el quinto módulo aprenderemos sobre qué es una crisis, hablaremos sobre los primeros auxilios psicológicos como herramienta para manejar las crisis y se abordarán recomendaciones para poder aplicarlos. En el sexto módulo, hablaremos sobre la intervención motivacional breve como herramienta para promover cambios de comportamiento y en el séptimo módulo aprenderás sobre la importancia del enfoque diferencial y comunitario a la hora de aplicar estas herramientas. Al final de esta unidad, responderás una evaluación para hacer cuenta de lo aprendido a lo largo de los módulos.
Módulo 6: Principios de intervención motivacional breve, canalización y seguimiento
Profundización: Manejo comunitario
Bienvenidos y bienvenidas a la tercera unidad del curso “Fortalecimiento de los equipos psicosociales y comunidad en general para el cuidado de la salud mental”. En esta unidad, abordaremos de manera general temas de interés que les facilitarán el acompañamiento a las personas de sus comunidades. Dicho acompañamiento estará enfocado desde la prevención, por lo cual, a lo largo de los módulos conocerán diferentes estrategias para promover una mejor salud mental. De esta forma, en el primer módulo conocerán cuáles son los estilos y modos de vida saludables y estableceremos la relación que tienen de manera directa sobre la salud mental. Posteriormente, se abordará de manera general la estrategia de Rehabilitación en salud mental Basada en la Comunidad (RBC) y los mecanismos de Participación social y dispositivos de base comunitaria. Esta seccion les permitirá reconocerse a sí mismos como agentes activos capaces de promover un cambio a en la salud mental de sus comunidades. Finalmente, en el ultimo modulo conocerán algunos de los mecanismos existentes para asegurar un adecuado gozo del derecho a la salud. Estos módulos recién descritos, les permitirán a ustedes tener información útil, sencilla y basada en la evidencia para su aplicación en el día a día. ¡Comencemos!
Módulo 10: Derechos y deberes en salud, acceso a los servicios, mecanismos de exigibilidad del derecho a la salud.

Good to know

Know what's good
, what to watch for
, and possible dealbreakers
Ofrece información y capacitación para afrontar mejor las situaciones relacionadas con la salud mental
Empodera a las comunidades en la identificación y abordaje inicial de eventos en salud mental
Enseña principios del abordaje comunitario, que es esencial para el cuidado de la salud mental
Proporciona herramientas prácticas, como primeros auxilios psicológicos e intervención motivacional

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Activities

Be better prepared before your course. Deepen your understanding during and after it. Supplement your coursework and achieve mastery of the topics covered in Salud mental y atención comunitaria with these activities:
Review fundamental concepts of mental health
Revisiting the basics will strengthen the foundation on which you will build knowledge during this course and help you prepare for future coursework.
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  • Review the definition of mental health.
  • Identify various factors that influence mental health.
Review general psychology concepts
Review general psychology concepts as they pertain to mental health
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  • Read chapters 1-5 of your psychology textbook
  • Take notes on key concepts and theories
  • Review your notes regularly
Practice identifying mental health conditions
Enhance your ability to recognize and differentiate between different mental health conditions
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  • Study the DSM-5 criteria for various mental health conditions
  • Analyze case studies and vignettes
  • Attend workshops or webinars on mental health diagnosis
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Volunteer at a mental health organization
Gain practical experience and contribute to the mental health community
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  • Identify and contact mental health organizations in your community
  • Inquire about volunteer opportunities
  • Attend training or orientation programs
  • Participate in volunteer activities regularly
Learn about evidence-based mental health treatments
Explore and understand the principles and techniques of evidence-based mental health treatments
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  • Review research articles on different mental health treatments
  • Attend workshops or trainings on specific therapies
  • Consult with a mental health professional for guidance
Participate in a peer support group
Connect with others who share similar mental health experiences
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  • Identify and join a peer support group in your community
  • Attend group meetings regularly
  • Share your experiences and offer support to others
Compile a list of mental health resources
Gather and organize information on mental health resources for easy access
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  • Search for mental health resources online and in your community
  • Contact organizations and professionals for information
  • Organize the resources into a database or document
Develop a mental health toolkit
Create a personalized toolkit of resources and strategies for managing mental health
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  • Identify your mental health needs and goals
  • Research and gather resources
  • Create a plan for using your toolkit
  • Review and update your toolkit regularly
Write a case study on a mental health intervention
Analyze and present a case study on a specific mental health intervention
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  • Select a mental health intervention
  • Research the intervention and its effectiveness
  • Identify a case study or collect data
  • Write a report on your findings

Career center

Learners who complete Salud mental y atención comunitaria will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:
Mental Health Counselor
Mental Health Counselors provide therapy and support to individuals with mental health conditions. They help people manage their symptoms, develop coping mechanisms, and improve their overall quality of life. The course could help in understanding the different mental health conditions and how to provide evidence-based interventions to individuals struggling with mental health issues.
Peer Support Specialist
Peer Support Specialists provide support and guidance to individuals with mental health conditions. They use their own experiences with mental health challenges to help others cope with their symptoms and improve their quality of life. The course could help build a foundation in understanding mental health conditions and how to provide support and resources to individuals and families struggling with mental health issues. It could also be helpful for those seeking lived experience in the mental health field.
Case Manager
Case Managers work with individuals with mental health conditions to help them access services and support. They provide case management, advocacy, and support to help people stay in treatment and manage their symptoms. The course could help in understanding the different mental health conditions and how to provide support and resources to individuals and families struggling with mental health issues.
Social Worker
Social Workers help people cope with personal and social problems. They work with individuals, families, groups, and communities to address issues such as mental health, substance abuse, poverty, and homelessness. The course could help in understanding the different mental health conditions and how to provide support and resources to individuals and families struggling with mental health issues.
Corrections Counselor
Corrections Counselors provide counseling and support to inmates in prisons and jails. They help inmates with a variety of issues, including mental health problems, substance abuse, and reentry planning. The course could help build a foundation in understanding mental health conditions and how to provide support and resources to individuals struggling with mental health issues in a criminal justice setting.
Psychiatric Nurse
Psychiatric Nurses provide care to individuals with mental health conditions. They work in a variety of settings, including hospitals, clinics, and community agencies. They provide support, education, and therapy to help people manage their symptoms and improve their quality of life. The course could help build a foundation in understanding mental health conditions and interventions.
Addiction Counselor
Addiction Counselors work with individuals struggling with substance abuse and addiction. They provide therapy, counseling, and support to help people overcome their addiction and improve their quality of life. The course could help build a foundation in understanding substance abuse and addiction and how to provide support and resources to individuals struggling with these issues.
Community Health Worker
Community Health Workers provide health education and support to individuals and families in their communities. They work to improve health outcomes and reduce health disparities. The course could help build a foundation in understanding mental health conditions and how to provide support and resources to individuals and families struggling with mental health issues.
Marriage and Family Therapist
Marriage and Family Therapists work with couples and families to improve their relationships and overall functioning. They help couples and families cope with a variety of challenges, including mental health issues, substance abuse, and divorce. The course could provide a foundation in understanding mental health conditions and how to provide support and resources to individuals and families struggling with mental health issues.
Family Therapist
Family Therapists work with families to improve their communication, relationships, and overall functioning. They help families cope with a variety of challenges, including mental health issues, substance abuse, and divorce. The course could provide a foundation in understanding mental health conditions and how to provide support and resources to individuals and families struggling with mental health issues.
School Counselor
School Counselors provide support and guidance to students in schools. They help students with academic, social, and emotional issues. The course could help build a foundation in understanding mental health conditions and how to provide support and resources to individuals struggling with mental health issues.
Health Educator
Health Educators provide education and support to individuals and communities to improve their health and well-being. They work in a variety of settings, including schools, community centers, and hospitals. The course could help provide a foundation in understanding mental health and how to promote mental health in communities.
Psychotherapist
Psychotherapists provide therapy and support to individuals with mental health conditions. They use a variety of approaches, including talk therapy, cognitive-behavioral therapy, and psychodynamic therapy, to help people manage their symptoms and improve their quality of life. The course may not meet the educational requirements for a Psychotherapist; however, it could provide a foundational understanding of mental health conditions and interventions.
Psychiatrist
Psychiatrists are medical doctors who specialize in the diagnosis and treatment of mental health conditions. They use a variety of approaches, including medication, therapy, and counseling, to help people manage their symptoms and improve their quality of life. The course may not meet the educational requirements for a Psychiatrist; however, it could provide a foundational understanding of mental health conditions.
Psychologist
Psychologists assess, diagnose, and treat mental health conditions. They use a variety of approaches, including therapy, counseling, and medication, to help people manage their symptoms and improve their quality of life. The course may not meet the educational requirements for a Psychologist; however, it could provide a foundational understanding of mental health conditions.

Reading list

We've selected seven books that we think will supplement your learning. Use these to develop background knowledge, enrich your coursework, and gain a deeper understanding of the topics covered in Salud mental y atención comunitaria.
This practical guide provides guidance on how to provide psychological first aid to people in crisis or who are experiencing emotional distress.
This companion book to the DSM-5 provides clinical case examples that illustrate the diagnostic criteria for mental disorders.
Esta guía proporciona información sobre los derechos de las personas con discapacidad en salud mental, incluyendo su derecho a recibir atención y apoyo.
Este informe explora la intersección de la salud mental y los derechos humanos, proporcionando una base ética y legal para la atención de la salud mental, complementando el módulo del curso sobre derechos y deberes en salud.
Este informe proporciona una visión general completa de la salud mental en el mundo, incluyendo datos sobre prevalencia, tratamiento y políticas, ampliando el alcance del curso.

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