PRESENTER

Sasha Lambert, Ph.D.

OBJECTIVES:

Identify the DSM-5 diagnostic criteria for Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) and differentiate it from other mood disorders that may have seasonal patterns.

Examine the etiological mechanisms underlying SAD, including the roles of relevant neurotransmitters and neurohormones.

Evaluate and apply evidence-based treatments for SAD, including light therapy, pharmacotherapy, and psychotherapy.

Apply concepts practically using relevant case studies, including those involving Summer-specific SAD.

AGENDA:

8:00 a.m. – 8:30 a.m.  –  Registration

8:30 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.

Introduction and overview of Seasonal Affective Disorder, including prevalence rates and DSM-5 diagnostic criteria

Differential diagnosis of SAD from Major Depressive Disorder, Bipolar Disorder, and other conditions with seasonal features

Risk factors and etiological mechanisms for SAD, including circadian rhythm disruption, serotonin dysregulation, and melatonin overproduction as etiological mechanisms

10:00 a.m. – 10:15 a.m. – Break

10:00 a.m. – 12:45 p.m.

Review of evidence-based treatments, including light therapy and pharmacotherapy

Examination of evidence-based psychotherapy approaches for SAD, including CBT-SAD, with a focus on outcome data

Discussion of Winter-pattern and Summer-pattern SAD presentations

12:45 p.m. – Adjournment

CE APPROVALS:

Psychologists – Professional Training Resources, Inc.  is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for Psychologists.  Professional Training Resources, Inc. maintains responsibility for this program and its content.

Licensed Professional Counselors – Professional Training Resources, Inc. has been approved by NBCC as an approved Continuing Education Provider, ACEP No. 5829.  Programs that do not qualify for NBCC credit are clearly identified.  Professional Training Resources, Inc. is solely responsible for all aspects of the programs.

Social Workers – This program has been approved for 4 clinical continuing education contact hours by the National Association of Social Workers, Louisiana Chapter, and may be applied toward the continuing education requirements for licensure renewal.

Substance Abuse Counselors  – approved by the Addictive Disorder Regulatory Authority for 4 clock hours.

NASP – Professional Training Resources is approved by the National Association of School Psychologists to offer continuing education for school psychologists.  Professional Training Resources maintains responsibility for the program.

Other Professions – may seek apply for education credits through their respective boards.  Everyone in attendance will receive a certificate of attendance for 4 clock hours.