PRESENTER:

John C. Simoneaux, Ph.D.

OBJECTIVES:

Explain the definition of Bipolar Disorder (formal and informal) and its various manifestations, as outlined in DSM-5-TR.

Describe the differential diagnosis and assessment of adult bipolar disorder and how misdiagnoses are prevalent.

Discuss Bipolar spectrum disorders in children and adolescents and the dangers of incorrect diagnoses.

Plan psychotherapy and psychoeducational treatment techniques including cognitive therapy and family therapy.

Demonstrate the management of special problems in treatment, such as compliance, suicidality, and self-help alternatives.

AGENDA:

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

8:30 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.

DSM-5-TR diagnostic criteria – any real changes lately?

Formal diagnosis of Bipolar Disorder in children/adolescents

Diagnostic errors and differential diagnoses

Unanticipated consequences of misdiagnoses

Bipolar disorder in minors

10:00 a.m. – 10:15 a.m. – Break

10:00 a.m. – 12:45 p.m.

Bipolar disorder in minors (continued)

The tragedies resulting from early misdiagnoses

Treatment – psychosocial, education, family therapy

Special treatment problems

Compliance – why Bipolar patients often do not comply

Suicide – Is it a risk, and when?

Self-help – does it work?

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.