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    Study psychiatry for diagnosing and treating mental health disorders. Learn about psychiatric assessment, therapies, and medication management.

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    • Status: Free
      Free
      U

      University of Minnesota

      Introduction to Human Behavioral Genetics

      Skills you'll gain: Mental and Behavioral Health, Social Sciences, Psychology, Psychiatry, Biostatistics, Medical Science and Research, Molecular Biology, Research Methodologies, Biology

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      593 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      University of Colorado Boulder

      Cannabis, Mental Health, and Brain Disorders

      Skills you'll gain: Psychiatry, Clinical Psychology, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Mental Health, Mental and Behavioral Health, Public Health, Behavioral Health, Psychology, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Health Policy, Neurology, Medical Science and Research, Epidemiology, Research, Pharmacology

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      160 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      New
      Status: Free
      Free
      N

      Northeastern University

      Responsible AI for Mental Health

      Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Health Disparities, Health Equity, Mental Health, Artificial Intelligence, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Natural Language Processing, Healthcare Ethics, Psychotherapy, Patient Assistance, Mental Health Therapies, Information Privacy, Diversity Awareness, Data Security

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      Universidad de Palermo

      Introduction to ADHD: What It Is and How It’s Treated

      Skills you'll gain: Mental and Behavioral Health Specialties, Psychiatry, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Mental Health, Disabilities, Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), Behavioral Health, Neurology, Patient Treatment, Psychological Evaluations, Working With Children

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      12 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free
      Free
      U

      University of Colorado Boulder

      #talkmentalillness

      Skills you'll gain: Mental Health, Psychiatry, Mental Health Therapies, Health Disparities, Clinical Psychology, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Psychology, Cultural Diversity, Behavioral Health, Cultural Sensitivity, Advocacy

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      49 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      P

      Peking University

      Advanced Neurobiology II

      Skills you'll gain: Neurology, Anatomy, Psychology, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Psychiatry, Biochemistry, Biology, Molecular Biology, Electrical Systems, Pathology, Behavior Management, Medical Science and Research

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      156 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • T

      Technion - Israel Institute of Technology

      Medical Cannabis for Pain Control

      Skills you'll gain: Psychiatry, Patient Safety, Contraindication, Pharmacology, Neurology, Medical Science and Research, Drug Interaction, Ancient History, Oncology, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Chronic Diseases, Biology, World History, Biochemistry

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      148 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • M

      Michigan State University

      Reign of Pain

      Skills you'll gain: Neurology, Chronic Diseases, Stress Management, Empathy, Mental Health, Physical Therapy, Psychology, Psychotherapy, Patient Education and Support, Mindfulness, Mental Health Therapies, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Patient Evaluation, Health Assessment

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      26 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      U

      University of Geneva

      Supervision du raisonnement clinique

      Skills you'll gain: Clinical Supervision, Patient Evaluation, Constructive Feedback, Train The Trainer, Coaching, Clinical Experience, Cognitive flexibility, Decision Making, Collaboration, Complex Problem Solving, Problem Solving, Communication Strategies

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      85 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      University of Michigan

      Sleep: Neurobiology, Medicine, and Society

      Skills you'll gain: Mental Health, Psychiatry, Stress Management, Neurology, Mathematical Modeling, Patient Safety, Cardiology, Accident Prevention, Vital Signs, Pharmacology, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Biology

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      803 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      T

      Tecnológico de Monterrey

      Evaluación del Aprendizaje en Escenarios Clínicos

      Skills you'll gain: Patient Evaluation, Clinical Supervision, Patient Education And Counseling, Clinical Experience, Clinical Leadership, Health Assessment, Healthcare Ethics, Constructive Feedback, Patient Safety, Mentorship, Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI), Emotional Intelligence, Relationship Building

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      151 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free
      Free
      U

      University of Toronto

      Mind Control: Managing Your Mental Health During COVID-19

      Skills you'll gain: Stress Management, Mental Health, Resilience, Crisis Intervention, Mindfulness, Preventative Care, Empathy, Psychology, Mental and Behavioral Health, Social Skills

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      8.6K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular psychiatry courses

    • Introduction to Human Behavioral Genetics: University of Minnesota
    • Cannabis, Mental Health, and Brain Disorders: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Responsible AI for Mental Health: Northeastern University
    • Introduction to ADHD: What It Is and How It’s Treated: Universidad de Palermo
    • #talkmentalillness: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Advanced Neurobiology II: Peking University
    • Medical Cannabis for Pain Control : Technion - Israel Institute of Technology
    • Reign of Pain: Michigan State University
    • Supervision du raisonnement clinique: University of Geneva
    • Sleep: Neurobiology, Medicine, and Society: University of Michigan

    Frequently Asked Questions about Psychiatry

    Psychiatry is the branch of medicine dealing with mental, emotional, and behavioral disorders. It entails diagnosing and treating these disorders to improve health in these areas, with methods including hospitalization, psychotherapy, medication, support groups, and other psychiatric interventions.

    According to the National Alliance on Mental Illness, nearly 1 in 25 adults in America live with a serious mental illness. Psychiatry is important for learners interested in treating mental health problems through a holistic understanding of the physical, mental, social, and behavioral aspects.‎

    Learners interested in becoming Psychiatrists will need to go through medical school. However, anyone interested in working with Psychiatrists or under the umbrella of mental health can enjoy various options for careers, including Clinical or Counseling Psychologist, Marriage and Family Therapist, Clinical Social Worker, Psychiatric Registered Nurse, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, and many others.‎

    Courses on Psychiatry offered through Coursera provide learners with knowledge on different aspects of good mental health; the causes, treatments, and ways to seek help for mental disorders; the skills that apply to mental health clinical settings; and more.

    Lessons on Psychiatry are taught by professors of Psychiatry from major universities, and are administered via video lectures, readings, quizzes, practical application scenarios, and more.‎

    The skills and experience you need to have before studying psychiatry include the need to feel empathy and compassion towards others and a basic understanding of how disorders can be treated using medicine management. One of the most important skills needed to study psychiatry is the ability to listen to and observe others so you can gain trust and establish rapport with patients and clients in need of psychiatric services. If you have the experience of working in trauma or emergencies, you may already have the foundation you need to learn more about the psychiatric support of patients in need of crisis intervention.‎

    The kind of person best suited to learn psychiatry is one who is perceptive to other people’s needs, emotions, and feelings. However, people who may prefer to learn psychiatry may be more interested in treating mental illness or challenging behaviors with a more clinical, medicinal approach than would a psychologist or therapist. So, a person who is best suited to learn psychiatry may have a deeper interest in focusing on medicinal and pharmacologic treatments for patients. Another type of person who may find the study of psychiatry relevant is someone who wants to learn how global social factors, attitudes, and developments promote mental health or influence the onset of mental illness.‎

    Learning psychiatry may be right for you if you want to combine an understanding of helping others and medicine management. There are many avenues of medicine management in psychiatry. If you are interested in learning about new medical treatments, the biological aspects of a patient’s behavior, and how to manage a patient’s progress with various medications, learning psychiatry may be right for you. Studying psychiatry is also beneficial for you if you would like to learn about various psychiatric disorders, such as schizophrenia and major depression, and how to control them through medication management. If you are interested in learning more about the emerging discipline of medical cannabis for pain control, learning psychiatry may be important for you. Also, if you plan to work in the addiction field, learning psychiatry is important to learn because it will give you the foundation of understanding addiction identification and evidence-based treatments.‎

    Online Psychiatry courses offer a convenient and flexible way to enhance your knowledge or learn new Psychiatry skills. Choose from a wide range of Psychiatry courses offered by top universities and industry leaders tailored to various skill levels.‎

    When looking to enhance your workforce's skills in Psychiatry, it's crucial to select a course that aligns with their current abilities and learning objectives. Our Skills Dashboard is an invaluable tool for identifying skill gaps and choosing the most appropriate course for effective upskilling. For a comprehensive understanding of how our courses can benefit your employees, explore the enterprise solutions we offer. Discover more about our tailored programs at Coursera for Business here.‎

    This FAQ content has been made available for informational purposes only. Learners are advised to conduct additional research to ensure that courses and other credentials pursued meet their personal, professional, and financial goals.

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