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HIV and AIDS: Depression and Mania
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HIV and AIDS: Depression and Mania
HIV and AIDS: Depression and Mania
 
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Resources provided by HIV Clinical Resource
New York State Department of Health AIDS Institute
in collaboration with Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Division of Infectious Diseases
CE Credits: 2 CE Credit Hours
Online Course: $25
Clinical depression is the most common mental health disorder among HIV-infected persons. While sadness and grief are normal responses to this illness, clinical depression is not. Recognizing the signs and symptoms of depression and mania are critical for the safety of both the patient and others in the community. Left untreated, there is an increased risk of alcohol and substance abuse, unsafe sex practices, non-adherence to medications and impairment in important areas of functioning.

This course will enhance the clinician's ability to ask simple questions to screen for depression and to recognize crisis points for HIV-infected persons. Information is presented regarding the link between depression and co-existing medical conditions. Recommendations for management of depression include monitoring side effects of medications and referring the patient who is at high risk for suicide or other violent behavior to a psychiatrist. Situations that indicate a need for psychotherapy are described, with helpful guidelines for follow-up. Special considerations for treatment of depression in pregnant women are included.

A clear picture of the symptoms of a manic episode and mixed episode is provided, with recommendations for evaluation, care and treatment. With the use of good screening and treatment, people with HIV/AIDS who suffer from depression or mania are able to receive the care they need.

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HIV Clinical Resource is a collaborative effort between the New York State Department of Health AIDS Institute, Office of the Medical Director, and the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Division of Infectious Diseases. Their mission is "to serve as a central, online resource that equips individuals who provide services to HIV-infected individuals with current, state-of-the-art tools to ensure delivery of the highest quality HIV clinical care."

Permission to use, reproduce, and distribute documents from HIV Clinical resource is encouraged provided that the New York State Department of Health AIDS Institute's Clinical Guidelines Development Program is given credit in a full citation and the copyright notice is shown. Copyright © New York State Department of Health AIDS Institute, 2000-2011.
Contents Include:
  • Screening for Depression
  • Diagnostic Criteria for Major Depressive Episode
  • Depression and Co-Existing Medical Conditions
  • Management of HIV-Infected Patients with Depression
  • Treatment of Depression in Pregnant Women
  • Mania – Clinical Presentation and Diagnosis
  • Diagnostic Criteria for Manic Episode and Mixed Episode
  • Management of HIV-Infected patients with Mania
  • Mental Health Screening Tools
  • Interactions Between HIV-Related Medications and Psychotropic Medications
Number of Test Questions:
    20 objective questions
Learning Objectives:
 
At the completion of this course, the participant will be able to:
  • describe the recommendations for screening HIV-infected patients for depression.
  • identify crisis points for HIV-infected persons.
  • recognize diagnostic criteria for major depressive episode.
  • recognize the diagnostic criteria for a manic and mixed episode.
  • describe treatment and follow-up recommendations for HIV-infected patients with depression and mania.
  • refer to information regarding HIV-related medications and psychotropic medications.
 
Level:
    Beginning/ Intermediate
Target Audience:
    Psychologists, Social Workers, Mental Health Counselors and Marriage and Family Therapists who may work with clients with HIV/AIDS and/or would like to be informed regarding diagnosis and treatment of depression and mania in this population.