ACA -CCPA 2016 Conference & Expo

ID #870-Major Depressive Disorder and Career Development: Link and Implications (Room 210E, Poster 2)

03 Apr 16
9:00 AM - 9:30 AM

Tracks: Career Development and Employment Counseling, Clinical Mental Health, Wellness

Speaker(s): Jacqueline Belle, graduate student, Florida State University; Seth Hayden, Assistant Professor of Counseling, Wake Forest University

Resolving a career concern can be a complicated process. Major depressive disorder (MDD) can create challenges in engaging in effective career decision making and problem solving. This presentation will discuss the connection between MDD and career development assistance specifically related to the assessment and treatment of those with co-occurring MDD and career concerns. Information on relevant research on this topic as well as useful resources will be provided.