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Continuing Education Program: Mental Health CE: Home Study Course: Post Traumatic Stress Disorder: National Association for Continuing Education (NACE)
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National Association for Continuing Education (NACE)

The mission of the National Association for Continuing Education (NACE) is to offer continuing education opportunities to provide learners in the fields of medicine, behavioral health, education, and related disciplines, with the most up-to-date, science-based information that will enable them to maintain or increase their knowledge, skills, and professional performance to ultimately benefit the public’s health.
 
By National Association for Continuing Education (NACE)
Published on 10/8/2008
 
Post Traumatic Stress Disorder

National Association for Continuing Education (NACE)


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.

Post Traumatic Stress Disorder


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