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INSTITUTE FOR NATURAL RESOURCES

This webinar is presented to educate healthcare and mental healthcare clinicians on the characteristics of individuals with criminal behavior called psychopaths who live among us and can pose significant threats to the professional and private lives of health and mental health professionals. Psychopaths are social predators with no conscience or remorse who charm, manipulate, and ruthlessly plow their way through life, leaving behind them a broad trail of broken hearts, shattered expectations, and empty wallets. Participants will learn how to identify the psychopathic predator career criminals who inflict tremendous damage to others but are often undetected and seen as being "normal" and "charming." Several psychopaths will be described along with their common personality-based core beliefs, thinking patterns, emotional processing, and antisocial behaviors that characterize the Psychopathic Personality. Participants will also learn how to discriminate psychopaths from sociopaths and how these individuals differ from many who have a diagnosis of Antisocial Personality Disorder. Dr. Howard will explain why psychopathic criminals are not legally insane and why they do not qualify to be found not guilty by reason of insanity in criminal courts when they commit crimes. The major theoretical models of psychopathy will be presented along with the tests that can identify psychopaths. Participants will learn the differences between psychopathic criminal offenders and non-criminal individuals with some psychopathic traits who may become successful in some areas of life. Attendees will also learn about the effectiveness of rehabilitating psychopaths and which treatment models have the greatest success. The relationship of psychopathy to some rare and extreme levels of interpersonal violent behavior such as mass/school/spree shootings and serial murders will be explained. Finally, at the conclusion of the program, there will be an optional presentation (without CE) describing case histories of some rare individuals who have become psychopathic serial killers for those who desire to attend.

HEALTH FORUM ONLINE

Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) requires a dynamic and evidence-based approach to treatment that adapts to the diverse needs of individuals across the lifespan. Mental health providers play a crucial role in implementing the latest research-driven interventions that enhance communication, adaptive functioning, and overall quality of life. Mental health providers benefit from practical, effective strategies in behavioral, pharmacological, and integrative therapies, helping them build personalized, meaningful care plans. A multidisciplinary approach to ASD treatments offers the knowledge and confidence needed to apply best practices that truly make a difference for individuals and their families.

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This course meets the mandatory 3-hour continuing education requirement for Ethics for many licensed professionals. This course deals primarily with mental health professional ethics and confidentiality. Part 1 of this course discusses ethics for mental health professionals. Specifically, the American Counseling Association (ACA) Code of Ethics is presented, and several tips for avoiding ethical pitfalls are discussed. Part 2 of this course considers the particularly important issue of confidentiality for mental health professionals. The ethical, legal and policy issues of confidentiality are explored. Additionally, Federal confidentiality laws and HIPPA are examined, and potential problems with the current legal framework regarding confidentiality are introduced.

HOWARD HARRIS AND ASSOCIATES

Course Content and Learning Objectives Ethical dilemmas arise when there is a conflict between two or more ethically right decisions. But therapists don't always feel comfortable making these decisions or, may even disregard the codes that are meant to guide decision making. While we've all experienced a time when we were unclear, failing to make ethically sound decisions can lead to: Harm to clients Legal consequences Loss of licensure Damage to your reputation, and Personal and professional stress This course utilizes the NASW, ACA, AMHCA, AAMFT, and APA codes of ethics and is designed to provide you with the skills and competencies you need to enhance your ability to make informed ethical decisions in your practice. In this course, you'll learn how to recognize and address common ethical dilemmas in our current climate and gain insight on finding the most ethically sound path for mental health clinicians to follow. Components of the course includes: The What and Why of Ethical Codes Provider Competence and Informed Consent Confidentiality, Mandated Reporting, and Duty to Warn and Protect Professional Boundaries and Multiple Relationships (Sexual and Non-Sexual) Ethical Challenges with Technology Ethical Decision Making Responding to or Making an Ethics Complaint

HEALTH FORUM ONLINE

The Primary Care Behavioral Health: The Basics for a New Model of Mental Healthcare online CE course includes 3 contact hours helps behavioral health professionals understand how to succeed in the world of primary care. Beginners will find clear, practical advice on the topics they most need to know about to get started, such as how to structure a service and get off to a robust start. Those with experience in primary care will gain ideas for growing their service and evaluating their progress to ensure they are meeting the clinic's needs. And those merely interested in the topic will likely find much that surprises them about this exciting new growth area for behavioral health professionals.

HEALTH FORUM ONLINE

The Screening and Assessment of Psychological Trauma and PTSD: Clinical Applications for Civilians and Veterans online CE course provides a review of the definition of trauma, the major types of traumas, prevalence rates of trauma exposure, common reactions to trauma including PTSD, and risk and protective factors for the development of PTSD after trauma exposure. The history of the PTSD diagnosis is reviewed including the recent changes to the PTSD diagnostic criteria in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual (DSM), 5th Edition.

VISTA CONTINUING EDUCATION

While laws are frequently cited within the text of this course, you should be aware that laws can be interpreted differently depending on the specific situation. This is a course which will provide you with an understanding of basic ethical issues which therapist often face. This course will help you identify areas where you may need to seek consultation with other mental health professionals or beyond.

PREMIERE EDUCATION

The course aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of the significance of puberty in adolescent girls on their mental health. Knowledge and skills to support girls through this transformative period will be shared. Content combines theoretical knowledge with practical strategies, fostering a holistic understanding of adolescent development and promoting the delivery of patient-centered care. Participants will gain valuable insights into addressing the unique challenges faced by adolescent girls during puberty and develop skills to enhance their support through interprofessional collaboration.

MINDFUL

Supervision is an essential component to ensuring quality services in clinical behavioral health. Regardless of a position a person holds, they will benefit greatly from quality clinical supervision. Clinical supervisory relationships are complex and must be nurtured and developed to be the most effective and therefore ensure the best patient care. It is essential for behavioral health providers who receive or provide clinical supervision to understand the impact of the supervisory relationship, the supervision process, and the outcomes it has. This course will review information regarding clinical supervision specific to the main positions held in behavioral health and in general. It will review relevant case studies regarding supervision in behavioral health.

QUANTUM UNITS EDUCATION

Behavioral health professionals who support children must be prepared for the unique experience of supporting children instead of adults in mental health. Children have unique needs, symptom presentation, and experience in treatment. They are also highly vulnerable to inappropriate bonding, abuse, neglect, and other issues regarding boundaries. Because of this, and because they simply deserve the best care, there are strong ethics that professionals must follow when supporting children in behavioral health. This course will review information related to the ethical concerns when working with children and adolescents as well as how to address them.

PREMIERE EDUCATION

Perinatal loss and grieving are not uncommon experiences for families. This presentation will discuss the history of perinatal bereavement as well as the importance of the relationship between the interprofessional team and the patient or family who is suffering loss.

CHI PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT, INC

Course Description This interactive course invites social workers and mental health professionals to explore the lived experiences of individuals struggling with addiction through the dynamic mediums of music and film. Together, we will listen to powerful songs and watch impactful movie clips that vividly portray the emotional, psychological, and social dimensions of addiction and recovery. Participants will engage in group discussions and guided reflections, delving into themes such as guilt, shame, hopelessness, the progression of addiction, and the challenges of recovery. This immersive experience will deepen your understanding of the addictive journey and equip you with insights that can be applied to your clinical practice. Whether youre seeking to build greater empathy, enhance your therapeutic approach, or connect more deeply with clients, this course offers an engaging and thought-provoking way to explore addiction and recovery through art and storytelling. Course Objectives Actively listen to songs and analyze movie clips that depict the experiences of addiction and recovery Participate in interactive group discussions to explore the key themes presented in music and film Develop a deeper understanding of the emotional and psychological challenges of addiction Apply insights gained through media to enhance empathy and inform clinical interventions

ACHIEVE CE - EDUCATION SERVICES

It is estimated that 1 in every 6 couples of childbearing age experience some form of compromised fertility or medically diagnosable infertility. Whether or not to pursue infertility treatment and undergo assisted reproduction constitutes a major life decision for patients, decisions that are often accompanied by stressful medical procedures and psychological sequelae no matter what the outcome. The information in this course serves as a resource for mental health professionals and allied healthcare providers who work with infertile patients and highlights the need for a broad approach that encompasses the concerns of the individual, as well as the couple as a dyad and the family as a unit. The course discusses and addresses issues that present in the care of infertility patients. Broad theoretical models within Health Psychology and empirically-based infertility-specific data guide the course content.

INSTITUTE FOR NATURAL RESOURCES

The use of the Internet and the devices that empower it such as smartphones and computers have become an important part of most people's daily lives, especially those of young people. The recent widespread use of the Internet has led to an increasingly large number of people developing powerful media-based addictions that barely existed during the twentieth century. Internet and smartphone addiction have similar symptoms to drug addiction and can be just as disruptive and disabling. Internet addiction has been shown to play a major role in the recent surge in loneliness to unprecedented high levels in Americans. The U. S. Surgeon General has described the loneliness epidemic as a devastating threat to public health. Internet addiction and loneliness are now having disruptive impacts on the professional and private lives of many health and mental health practitioners. The INR Webinar "Internet Addiction and Loneliness" is designed to inform health and mental health practitioners about the nature and extent of Internet addiction and loneliness and the strong connection between them. Internet and smartphone use are changing how brains develop and process information and one of the consequences is high levels of addiction. The webinar will describe the nature of addiction and how behavioral addictions like Internet addiction resemble drug addiction but have become much more widespread, especially among young people. The various types of Internet-related addictions will be described, including several evidence-based treatment interventions and why there is a strong connection to loneliness. The development and nature of loneliness will be presented, including the "Loneliness Paradox," where increased social media "friend" contacts become associated with more loneliness. Reasons that Americans seem more lonely than other comparable developed countries will be offered, including why middle-aged Americans seem the loneliest. The adverse mental and physical health consequences of chronic loneliness will be explained along with recommended interventions and behavioral changes to decrease loneliness.

INSTITUTE FOR NATURAL RESOURCES

This 3-hour live webinar is designed to equip mental health and healthcare professionals with the most up-to-date information on the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fifth Edition, Text Revision (DSM-5-TR), the leading reference for the classification of mental disorders. The webinar provides a comprehensive overview of the significant updates in the DSM-5-TR, including revised diagnostic criteria, updated codes, changes in terminology, and cultural considerations. Participants will explore the clinical implications of these revisions and learn how to apply available assessment tools and resources in their practice. Professionals across disciplines, whether engaged in clinical therapy, psychiatric nursing, or case management, will benefit from understanding the evolving language and frameworks that shape diagnosis, treatment planning, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Special emphasis is placed on recognizing cultural revisions and directives aimed at improving diagnostic accuracy and person-centered care.

INSTITUTE FOR NATURAL RESOURCES

This live webinar examines schizophrenia SZO and psychosis in detail incorporating the latest empirical clinical and treatment research concerning the disorder. The incidence of these disorders ranges from 3.75% to 4.25% of the general population. Hence, it is important for physical therapy practitioners to understand how patients with SZO or psychosis may affect their clinical practice as well as the negative effects the disorders have on patients health and lives in order to increase treatment efficacy for their patients. Dr. Longo will present the DSM-5 SZO and psychosis diagnostic criteria, epidemiology, pathophysiology, and various theories i.e. The Two Hit, Dopamine, Glutamate, and Neuro-Inflammatory theories concerning the activation of vulnerable SZO and psychosis phenotypes. Additionally, the disorders two unique symptom manifestations, delusions and catatonia, will be described based on the current etiology of these symptoms. Patients responsiveness to medications will be reviewed. Psychological treatments will be described along with the effectiveness of these therapies based on the disorders severity. Finally, SZO and psychosis treatment maintenance, remission, and recovery will be explored. The webinar will conclude with a discussion concerning the high incidence of suicide in people with SZO or psychotic disorders.

NETCE

The purpose of this course is to help supervisors or potential supervisors in the human services or helping professions to more effectively work with those they are entrusted to supervise.

QUANTUM UNITS EDUCATION

The clinical supervisor serves an essential role in ensuring that behavioral health professionals are operating within the standards of practice as well as being able to identify when one is not performing adequately. Additionally, supervisors are committed to upholding the ethical principles and standards of their professions, adhering to state and federal statutes regulating clinical practice, complying with relevant education and training standards, and practicing competency-based supervision.

ACE-CLASSES.COM, INC

In "Depression in Mothers" Participants will gain general knowledge about depression. Next, Participants will consider various tips and tools for working with mothers who may be depressed. Additionally, Participants will learn about popular programs for mothers with young children. Also, Participants will review several handouts for mothers with depression. Finally, Participants will become familiar with how to access other depression resources. This course is intended to familiarize mental health professionals, social workers, substance abuse professionals, child welfare workers, healthcare professionals, psychologists, or certified addiction specialists, with helpful information about depression in mothers. Course Objectives: ¿To be aware of the significant public health problem that depression in mothers poses ¿To understand the signs and commonality of depression ¿To comprehend the importance of helping a mother realize that she is depressed ¿To be familiar with the impact a mother¿s depression has on her children ¿To utilize tips and tools for working with mothers who may be depressed ¿To consider popular programs for mothers with young children, such as: Early Head Start and Head Start; Home Visiting; and Women, Infants and Children (WIC) ¿To explore handouts that address the benefits of engaging in pleasant activities; how to make good choices; how to choose amongst the different kinds of pleasant activities; and other ideas for improving mood and managing stress ¿To aware of how to access other depression resources, such as: fact sheets and brochures; free screening tools; and other useful materials.

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In Alcohol Screening and Brief Intervention for Youth 3 CE, Participants will learn that prior to utilizing the aforementioned tool, clinicians should decide on a screening method; think about opportunities and clinical indications for screening and set up their practice to simplify the process. Next, Participants will be provided with a detailed tool used for identifying adolescents at risk for alcohol-related issues and disorders. Additionally, Participants will consider frequently asked questions covering the following topics: underage drinking patterns; screening; risk assessment; intervention and office procedures. Also, Participants will become familiar with the role that confidentiality plays in providing health care to adolescents. Next, Participants will cover brief motivational interviewing and additional workup resources. Finally, Participants will be presented with information concerning referral resources. This course is intended to provide important information regarding youth alcohol screening in primary settings for mental health professionals, social workers, substance abuse professionals, child welfare workers, healthcare professionals, psychologists, or certified addiction specialists.

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Course Description: This course requires the participant to read and understand Treatment Improvement Protocol (TIP) 33: Treatment for Stimulant Use Disorders. This updated TIP reviews what is known about treating the medical, psychiatric, and SUD-related problems associated with the use of cocaine and methamphetamine, as well as the misuse of prescription stimulants. The TIP offers recommendations on treatment approaches and maximizing treatment engagement and retention, and strategies for initiating and maintaining abstinence. which is a Treatment Improvement Protocol (TIP) that describes how SUD treatment providers can use the latest evidence on motivation-enhancing approaches and strategies to increase participation and retention in SUD treatment. This course is intended to familiarize drug and alcohol treatment service providers, mental health service providers, peer recovery support specialists, behavioral health program managers, directors, and administrators, clinical supervisors, and healthcare providers with guidelines for clinical providers to enhance motivation for change in substance use disorder. Course Objectives: 1. To advance the understanding of treating the SUDs associated with the use of cocaine and the misuse of prescription stimulants. 2. To be familiar with stimulant use disorders and trends in stimulant use in the United States. 3. Lean how stimulants affect the brain and behavior 4. Be able to describe medical and psychological signs, symptoms, and complications associated 5, with stimulant use and stimulant use disorders and how to best manage common complications. 6. Become familiar with supported nonpharmacologic approaches to helping patients begin and sustain recovery from stimulant use disorders. 7. To be able to summarize techniques clinicians can use to help engage patients in SUD treatment and maximize their chances of sustaining long-term recovery. 8. To be able to recognize treatment considerations for Special Populations

ACE-CLASSES.COM, INC

This course is intended to familiarize mental health professionals, social workers, substance abuse professionals, child welfare workers, healthcare professionals, psychologists, or certified addiction specialists, with the specific needs of women regarding substance abuse treatment. Course Objectives: To be familiar with basic objectives and principles surrounding the substance abuse treatment needs of women To learn about the patterns of use among women To identify the physiological effects of alcohol, drugs, and tobacco on women To explore substance abuse screening and assessment of women To be aware of treatment engagement, placement, and planning strategies and considerations unique to women To consider substance abuse among specific women population groups and settings To be aware of substance abuse treatment retention and issues facing women To explore recovery management and administrative considerations

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SBIRT is a comprehensive, integrated, public health model designed to provide universal screening, secondary prevention (detecting risky or hazardous substance use before the onset of abuse or dependence), early intervention, and timely referral and treatment for people who have specialty substance use disorder (SUD). SBIRT screens all patients regardless of an identified disorder, allowing healthcare professionals in a variety of settings to address the spectrum of such behavioral health problems even when the patient is not actively seeking an intervention or treatment for his or her problems. In Screening, Brief Intervention, and Referral to Treatment, Participants will learn about the core elements of screening, brief intervention, brief treatment, and referral to treatment (SBIRT) programs. Additionally, Participants will become familiar with general information relevant to implementing SBIRT services, including: the effectiveness of SBIRT; the various implementation models; the different challenges and barriers to implementation; cost and sustainability problems; and a look at two case examples¿the Washington State Screening, Brief Intervention, Referral, and Treatment (WASBIRT) program and New Mexico¿s SBIRT program. This course is intended to provide important information regarding Systems-Level Implementation of Screening, Brief Intervention, and Referral to Treatment (SBIRT) for mental health professionals, social workers, substance abuse professionals, child welfare workers, healthcare professionals, psychologists, or certified addiction specialists.

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This course is intended to familiarize mental health professionals, social workers, substance abuse professionals, child welfare workers, healthcare professionals, psychologists, or certified addiction specialists, with the specific behavioral health treatment needs of men with substance use disorders (SUDs).