PRESENTER:

John C. Simoneaux, Ph.D.

OBJECTIVES:

List and explain the complicated and extensive diagnostic formulation as outlined in DSM-5-TR

Describe important subtypes of conduct disorder, including the connections between Conduct Disorder, Antisocial Personality Disorder, and Psychopathy.

Use what the professional literature indicates about the progression of Conduct Disorder into adult antisocial personality disorder and possible prophylactic interventions.

Demonstrate importance of collateral interviews and additional background information in outlining a treatment plan.

Compare suggested current treatment modalities along with supporting and disconfirming research findings.

AGENDA:

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

8:30 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.

Current Diagnostic Procedures

Differential Diagnosis and Diagnostic Mistakes

Formal and Informal Assessment Tools

The Development of Adult Antisocial Personality Disorder

Using Collateral Interviews and Other Data

10:00 a.m. – 10:15 a.m. – Break

10:00 a.m. – 12:45 p.m.

History Of Treating “Bad” Children

Current Treatment Modalities

Suggested Treatment Strategies

Common Mistakes to Avoid

Future Dangerousness or Not?

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.