Course Description

Course Description

This online health course explores the mental and physical health benefits of movement, with a special focus on emotional wellbeing, recovery support, and lifestyle fitness. Topics include the physiological and cognitive effects of physical activity, exercise for mental health, and the role of movement in addiction recovery. You'll also learn how fitness improves child and family health, supports self-care practices, and promotes long-term wellbeing. A variety of movement modalities are introduced to help individuals personalize their wellness journey.

6 CE Credit Hours | Movement for Mental Health | Nursing Professionals

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Introduction

  • Meet Dr. P!
  • Disclaimer
  • Course Description
  • Course Overview & Learning Objectives

Physiological Benefits of Movement

  • CDC Explanation
  • Metabolic Syndrome
  • More Benefits of Regular Movement...

Cognitive/Affective Benefits

  • 10 Benefits of Exercise on the Brain and Body
  • Building Terms
  • So How Is Mental Health Affected?
  • Improvement of Mental Health Conditions
  • Self-Esteem and Emotional Flexibility

Benefits of Movement for Recovering Addicts

  • Holistic Recovery
  • Clear Minded Distraction
  • Aerobic Efficiency for Recovery
  • Peer-Reviewed Article
  • Dance for Addiction Recovery

Child and Family Physical Health

  • Out of Need Arises Treatment
  • Physical Activity as a Family
  • Tips for Physical Activity for Kids

Self-Care

  • Self-Care is for Everyone
  • Defining Self-Care and How to Do It
  • Physical Self-Care
  • Mental Self-Care
  • Spiritual/Social Self-Care

Lifestyle Fitness and Wellbeing

  • Dimensions of Wellness
  • Wellness Defined by The Flowers Health Institute
  • Making Fitness and Wellness a LIfestyle
  • Employee Wellness and Physical Activity
  • American Physical Wellness
  • Energy Based Healing Techniques

Modalities of Physical Fitness to Support Individual Needs

  • High Impact vs. Low Impact
  • Mindful Movement

Conclusion

  • Thank You!
  • Contact Us2
  • Survey
  • Movement Course Certificate.pdf