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Description
Learning Objectives
Course Sections/Outline
Introduction
The Brain, the Autonomic Nervous System, and Neurotransmitters: A Brief Review
How Drugs Interact with the Body and Brain: Pharmacodynamics
Pharmacokinetics: Drugs and Time
Non-prescription Drugs: Three Common Means of Self-Medication
Drugs to Manage Mood Disorders
Drugs to Manage Psychosis
Drugs to Manage Neurological Disorders
Combining Psychopharmacology and Psychotherapy
Summary and Conclusions
Web-based Resources
References
Post-Test: A Primer of Psychopharmacology for Clinicians
Program Evaluation
Learn more about psychopharmacology, pharmacokinetics (time course), and pharmacodynamics (factors that determine the actual effects of drugs).
Bill E. Beckwith, PhD
5 CE Credit Hours
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As medications are a central component of treatment of psychological problems, as well as physical conditions, it is essential for all health care providers, even those without prescription privileges, to have a working understanding of the general principles of how drugs work. Further, understanding the benefits and side effects of medications can enhance the provider's effectiveness in working with patients -- particularly within a behavioral medicine context. This course presents an introduction to psychopharmacology and provides a general understanding of pharmacokinetics (time course) and pharmacodynamics (factors that determine the actual effects of drugs). The major drugs used to treat conditions such as depression, anxiety, cognition, and psychosis are identified and the role these medications can play as an adjunct to therapy and within patients' overall healthcare are presented.
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CE Credit Hour: 5 CE Credit Hours
Target Audience: Mental Health Professionals, Nursing Professionals, Certified Nursing Assistant
Delivery Type: Online, Home Study Monograph
Faculty: Bill E. Beckwith, PhD
Cost:$49.00
20-767361
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After completing this course, health professionals will be able to:
PDF Course Download Link
Description
Learning Objectives
Course Sections/Outline
Introduction
The Brain, the Autonomic Nervous System, and Neurotransmitters: A Brief Review
How Drugs Interact with the Body and Brain: Pharmacodynamics
Pharmacokinetics: Drugs and Time
Non-prescription Drugs: Three Common Means of Self-Medication
Drugs to Manage Mood Disorders
Drugs to Manage Psychosis
Drugs to Manage Neurological Disorders
Combining Psychopharmacology and Psychotherapy
Summary and Conclusions
Web-based Resources
References
Post-Test: A Primer of Psychopharmacology for Clinicians
Program Evaluation
HealthForum Online is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. HealthForum Online maintains responsibility for this program and its content.
HealthForum Online has been approved by NBCC as an Approved Continuing Education Provider, ACEP No. 7185. Programs that do not qualify for NBCC credit are clearly identified. HealthForum Online is solely responsible for all aspects of the programs.
HealthForum Online is approved by the Florida Board of Psychology as a Board Approved Provider, provider approval # 50-29605.
HealthForum Online has been approved by the Ohio Counselor, Social Worker and Marriage and Family Therapist Board as an Educational provider, provider approval #50-29605.
HealthForum Online is approved by the Florida Board of Clinical Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy and Mental Health Counseling as a Board Approved Provider, provider approval # 50-29605.
HealthForum Online is approved by the Arkansas Board of Nursing as a Board Approved Provider, provider approval # 50-29605.
HealthForum Online is approved by the District of Columbia Board of Nursing as a Board Approved Provider, provider approval # 50-29605.
HealthForum Online is approved by the Florida Board of Nursing and Certified Nursing Assistant as a Board Approved Provider, provider approval # 50-29605.
HealthForum Online is approved by the Georgia Board of Nursing as a provider of professional continuing education for health care professionals, provider approval #50-29605.
HealthForum Online is approved by the Kentucky Board of Nursing as a provider with courses approved by another state board of nursing, provider approval #50-29605.
HealthForum Online is approved by the Mississippi Board of Nursing as a provider of professional continuing education for health care professionals, provider approval #50-29605.
HealthForum Online is approved by the New Mexico Board of Nursing as a provider with courses approved by another state board of nursing, provider approval #50-29605.
HealthForum Online is approved by the North Dakota Board of Nursing as a provider with courses approved by a healthcare regulatory board, provider approval #50-29605.
HealthForum Online is approved by the South Carolina Board of Nursing as a provider with courses approved by another state board of nursing, provider approval #50-29605.
The presenter and all members of the planning team have disclosed that they have no relevant financial commercial relationships to products or devices related to the content of this educational activity. Wherever possible, generic or non-proprietary names of medication have been used. Courses include expert peer reviews of the content where applicable.
CE Credit Hour: 5 CE Credit Hours
Target Audience: Mental Health Professionals, Nursing Professionals, Certified Nursing Assistant
Delivery Type: Online, Home Study Monograph
Faculty: Bill E. Beckwith, PhD
Cost:$49.00
20-767361
Automatically reports to CE Broker in 24 Hours
