Seasonal affective disorder (SAD) is a type of depression that's related to changes in seasons — It begins and ends at about the same times every year. Most people with SAD experience symptoms that start in the fall and continue into the winter months. Here are a few courses in MetroU on SAD:
Course Date: On Demand
Duration: 4 min
Description: Did you know approximately 5% of adults deal with seasonal depression annually? The “winter blues” is a common experience – and it can escalate into Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) in some people. In this course, meteorologist and Peabody award-winning journalist Bonnie Schneider will teach you the signs and symptoms of seasonal depression. You’ll also discover why this condition occurs, who is most likely to be impacted, and how to treat it. After this course, you’ll be better able to support yourself and others through the winter blues.
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Course Date: On Demand
Course Duration: 9 min
Description: Holidays can be a time of joy, but they can also bring feelings of stress and overwhelm. In this course, you’ll discover practical techniques to manage holiday stress effectively. First, you'll learn how to balance home and work responsibilities during the holiday season. Then, you'll utilize techniques to manage family and travel stress. Finally, you'll learn to maintain your well-being with self-care strategies you can use any time of year. After this course, you'll have strategies to help you enjoy the holidays with less stress and more joy.
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Course Date: On Demand
Course Duration: 9 min
Description: Do you find your energy levels dropping as the days get shorter? You're not alone. Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) affects many people each year. In this course, you'll learn to recognize the symptoms of SAD in yourself and others. Then, you'll learn how to take proactive steps to improve your mental wellness before the onset of SAD symptoms. Finally, you'll discover effective techniques to manage SAD and maintain your mental well-being during the darker seasons. After this course, you'll have the knowledge and tools to navigate the challenges of Seasonal Affective Disorder and regain control over your mental health.
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Description: 8 min
Description: Burnout is a serious issue which can affect your mental and physical health. In this course, we'll show you the key burnout signs to watch out for and strategies to avoid burnout.
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Tell someone thank you and take one of these courses on gratitude.
Course Date: On Demand
Course Duration: 5 min
Description: Adopt an attitude of gratitude with the tips and techniques presented in this Raising Resiliency series. The Power of Gratitude course will teach you how to give and receive sincere gratitude. We'll discuss the importance of creativity in employing different forms of gratitude to best suit different types of employees. As a result, those around you will feel truly appreciated, improving both your personal and working relationships. By the end of this course, you will find yourself experiencing increased motivation and renewed optimism. You will also have a stronger sense of empathy and thoughtful consideration in dealing with others. Understanding the different forms of gratitude will help you successfully interact with others, both personally and professionally.
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Course Date: On Demand
Course Duration: 10 min
Description: Discover a powerful way to boost employee satisfaction. This management training course outlines how to secure a leader within your organization to offer recognition and gratitude to your team. You'll learn why acknowledgement from leaders encourages performance, and you'll gain tips on how to strategically select a leader who will motivate and inspire. You will also discover how to professionally solicit this leader’s recognition and follow up with courtesy to express thanks. This course is designed to give you the practical skills and knowledge to shore up motivating support for your team. It qualifies as 1 hour of Professional Development Units for certification with the Project Management Institute.
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Course Date: On Demand
Course Duration: 15 min
Description: Acknowledging others with meaningful actions is one of the most powerful ways to build connections that last a lifetime. Gratitude extends not only to family and friends, but also to people in business who help fuel your professional success and allow you to thrive. In the Grow Relationships with Gratitude course, you will learn how to cultivate an attitude of gratitude and gain practical tips for putting gratitude into action. This interactive module with accompanying video and downloadable worksheet is based on the business relationship principles of ‘The Connector’s Way’ by author and speaker Patrick Galvin.
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Course Date: On Demand
Course Duration: 1 hr
Description: NOTE: You must have a WebJunction Learning account to access this course. In just a few short years, the Laurens County Library, in rural South Carolina, has created an impressive and well attended series of adult programs on a shoestring budget. Join us for a webinar, hosted in collaboration with WebJunction and the Association for Rural and Small Libraries, to learn how the library selects topics, recruits presenters, raises funds, and promotes through effective public relations practices. Find out what Laurens has done that works, what doesn't work, and learn how your adult programming can make your library a valued community hub, building awareness and increasing usage of all your services.
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Course Date: On Demand
Course Duration: 1 hr
Description: NOTE: You must have a WebJunction Learning account to access this course. Are you short on programming funds? Does your staff struggle to find time to program? Would you like to showcase collections and services or promote community initiatives? If so, then it's time to add passive programming to your repertoire! Discover what passive programming is and how to do it well. Return to work with ideas that will allow you to design activities suitable for all ages, from kids to seniors, and even intergenerational audiences. Emily Wichman is the author of the Librarian's Guide to Passive Programming: Easy and Affordable Activities for All Ages (Libraries Unlimited, 2012).
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Course Date: On Demand
Course Duration: 1 hr
Description: In this presentation, Faithe Miller Lakowicz shares practical approaches for maximizing the impact of book and media displays, including low-cost “hacks” for maximizing visual appeal; highlighting diversity, equity, and inclusion; honing an institutional voice; using displays to create bridges between library departments; and ensuring that displays are accessible and compelling for a variety of patrons.
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Course Date: On Demand
Course Duration: 1 hr
Description: In this webinar, Chelsea Price, tiny library director and author of 209 Big Programming Ideas for Small Budgets, offers up strategies for combatting burnout and feelings of job-related guilt, helpful resources for relighting your programming fire, and awesome program ideas to fit any budget. Attendees of this webinar will learn how to handle a bad case of the "shoulds" and how to rethink productivity during these trying times. In addition, staff from libraries of any size should leave this webinar feeling invigorated and inspired, with a long list of resources and ideas!
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Course Date: On Demand
Course Duration: 1 hr
Description: This tutorial is meant to support those who are new to storytime. It covers basic skills, like preparing for storytime, reading books out loud, using props and music, and engaging adults and children. Each section has an interactive module filled with useful information, examples, and videos.
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Course Date: On Demand
Course Duration: 90 min
Description: This tutorial is designed to establish a shared understanding of the concepts of equity, diversity, and inclusion and how they relate to makerspaces. We've asked librarians from across Idaho to share what they've learned about considering inclusivity and equity while developing makerspaces or providing library services to underserved groups.
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