Spotlight Session: Chronic Disease Self-Management and Behavioral Health: Lessons from the Field

Chronic disease and behavioral health conditions such as anxiety, depression, and PTSD often intersect, creating barriers to effective self-management and overall well-being. Evidence-based Chronic Disease Self-Management Education (CDSME) programs can improve confidence, symptom management, and engagement in care when thoughtfully implemented for individuals with co-occurring physical and mental health conditions.

This session will highlight practical strategies for adapting and delivering CDSME programs, building cross-sector partnerships, strengthening workforce capacity, and maintaining fidelity while promoting participant engagement.

Learning Objectives:

1. Describe the connection between chronic disease and behavioral health and its impact on self-management.
2. Identify strategies used to implement CDSME programs for adults with anxiety, depression, PTSD, and related conditions.
3. Apply practical approaches to integrate chronic disease self-management into behavioral health and community-based settings.

Eligible for 1 CE with live participation