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Continuing Education for Mental Health Professionals

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PY, PSY

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SW, CSW, LCSW, LSW, MSW

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LPC, PC, MHC, LPCC

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LMFT, MFT

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When Psychological Problems Mask Medical Disorders

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A Guide for Psychotherapists

by James Morrison, M.D.

CE Credits: 8 CE Credit Hours

Book and Test: $95

Test Only: $80

Do you know which medical disorders may be associated with symptoms such as apathy, agitation or delirium? Unfortunately, a medical diagnosis may be missed or delayed when symptoms are viewed soley as psychological problems.

This easy-to-read book provides a practical primer and invaluable resource for psychologists, therapists, social workers and counselors. James Morrison describes the effects that 60 medical conditions may have on a person's mental and physical functions, allowing the practitioner to recognize when a timely referral to a physician is needed. In addition, your understanding of clients who are suffering from a variety of diagnosed medical disorders will be increased. This book is one you will recommend to your colleagues.

(213 pp.)

James Morrison, MD, was educated at Reed College and obtained his medical and psychiatric training at Washington University in St. Louis. He is currently Professor of Clinical Psychiatry at Oregon Health and Science University in Portland. He has served as Chief of Staff at the Veterans Affairs Medical Center in Coatesville Pennsylvania and was Clinical Professor of Psychiatry at Temple University. He is the author of numerous journal articles and books, including The First Interview and DSM-IV Made Easy and co-author of Interviewing Children and Adolescents.

Contents Include:

Part I: A Review of Symptoms
Part II: 60 Disorders
Part III: Symptom Summaries

Number of Test Questions:

75 objective, 1 discussion question

Learning Objectives:

At the completion of this course, the participant will be able to:

refer to a resource which describes 60 physical disorders and associated vital information, including mental and physical symptoms.
recognize when a referral to an appropriate specialist is advisable.
improve the assessment process by understanding the psychological effects of a wide range of disorders.
educate the client regarding symptoms associated with a medical disorder.
make appropriate adjustments in the treatment process when medical disorders are present.

Level:

This course is appropriate for all levels of experience, including beginning, intermediate and advanced practitioners.

Target Audience:

Psychologists, Social Workers, Mental Health Counselors, Marriage & Family Therapists in all settings.