Event: An Overview of Anxiety and Depression

Anxiety and depressive disorders are prevalent, debilitating conditions affecting millions of Americans. Although these conditions are treatable medically and psychologically, multiple barriers exist for large portions of the population. In addition to presenting timely information about anxiety and depression, this session will examine ways a public health perspective may contribute to breaking down these barriers.

Learning Objectives
At the conclusion of this webinar, participants will be able to:

• describe the different types of anxiety and depressive disorders;
• discuss three primary treatments for anxiety and depression; and
• list three barriers and two public health solutions to treatment.