UNDERSTANDING EMPLOYEES AND JOB APPLICANTS WITH PSYCHIATRIC DISABILITIES

Resource #
DVD • UEJD719W

Price $199.95

Program Contents: 25 minutes

Captioning: Closed Captioned

Copyright Date: 2008

This video features real-life work scenarios and experts focusing on the medical and vocational aspects associated with psychiatric disabilities in the workplace. Medical experts include a psychiatrist and a clinical psychologist explaining the diagnosis of Schizophrenia, Posttraumatic Stress Disorder, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder and Bipolar Disorder to help viewers understand how it relates to functional abilities of employees with mental illness. In addition, an ADA expert discusses federal guidelines and policies to create an efficient and equitable work environment. This video and the accompanying booklet will help Human Resource professionals, Vocational Rehabilitation practitioners and managers support awareness and dialogue in work relationships at all levels.