You hold a Master of Science degree in Health Education and…
You hold a Master of Science degree in Health Education and Behavior, and are a Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES), indicating that you are a professional who has met specific eligibility requirements and passed a competency-based exam that assesses your knowledge and skills in health education. Part of your role as a health educator at a state-run STI clinic involves interviewing clients who are infected with or exposed to STIs and providing education about following the treatment regimens prescribed by the clinic’s medical staff. During an education session with a client, they mentioned that they have been feeling depressed, experiencing changes in their sleep and eating habits, struggling to handle their daily activities, and no longer want to spend time with friends and family. Explain how you would respond to the client and why you would explain it that way. (Minimum 50 words)