CME Sponsor: 

National Association for Continuing Education (NACE)


Course Directors/Instructors:
Matthew J. Friedman, M.D., Ph.D.
Cost:
Book and Online Test $79
Online Test Only $64

Number of Credits:  4 hours CE

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Detailed Description:

Approximately half of all men and women will be exposed to a traumatic event such as assault, military combat, a vehicular accident, domestic violence, or a natural disaster. Who is at risk for developing PTSD? What is the likelihood of recovery? What is the difference between PTSD and the new diagnosis, Acute Stress Disorder? How do you differentiate PTSD from other disorders with similar symptoms? Ideal for the busy clinician in an easy-to-read format.

Learning Objectives:

  • Identify characteristics of PTSD
  • Identify appropriate assessment procedures for PTSD
  • Identify risk factors for those with PTSD in educational, social, and vocational settings
  • Identify appropriate, effective treatments for PTSD
  • Identify controversial treatments for PTSD