Counselor Toolbox Podcast with DocSnipes

Objectives ~ Explore the relationship between ACEs and trauma ~ Identify the impact of ACEs and traumatic injury on mental, physical and interpersonal health in adults ~ Explore risk factors for ACEs and subsequent prevention and intervention measures. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Part 2 of the last episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

» Define Neurodegenerative Disorders » Explore the bidirectional interaction of mood and NDs » Review the functions of serotonin and dopamine in mood and neurodegenerative disorders » Describe the symptoms of NDs » Explore Primary, Secondary and Tertiary prevention of NDs Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

- Review the characteristics of BPD - Explore the functions of these symptoms - Identify what may cause these symptoms to develop - Explore what is maintaining these symptoms (benefits to the client) - Explore the effects of these symptoms on significant others - Identify interventions to help the person more effectively manage emotions and relationships Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

- Define postpartum depression - Identify signs of postpartum psychosis - Identify Risk factors of PPD - Identify screening tools and protocols - Discuss the impact of PPD on the mother, child and family - Identify the cause of PPD - Explore current biopsychosocial interventions for PPD - Postpartum depression usually occurs in the first 4 to 6 weeks after giving birth, and it is unlikely to get better by itself. - 50% of patients experienced depression for more than 1 year after childbirth. - Women who were not receiving clinical treatment, 30% of women with postpartum depression were still depressed up to 3 years after giving birth Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Summary ~ Young traumatized children’s reactions and behaviors are best understood in the context of relationship. ~ Foster care is an active intervention with the goal of helping the young child to recover from their traumatic experience, not just a “place to stay.” ~ The foster/resource parent is an essential partner in the recovery of the young child. ~ Transitions for young children should be carefully planned Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chat with me at https://members.docsnipes.com/ For $10/month where you get access to my tips for health and wellness and you can text chat with me privately 7 days a week. #cheapceus #SAMHSA #counselingskills #dawnelisesnipes TIP 51 Specific Needs of Women Instructor: Dr. Dawn-Elise Snipes PhD, LPC-MHSP Executive Director, AllCEUs Objectives – Identify how the needs […] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Objectives ~ Explore what caregivers really are ~ Identify some of the things caregivers do ~ Identify the consequences of adopting a caregiver role ~ Review cognitive behavioral strategies to help caregivers prevent physical, emotional and interpersonal problems Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Summary - Normal aging is a gradual process that ushers in some physical decline, such as decreased sensory abilities (e.g., vision and hearing) and decreased pulmonary and immune function - Decline in cognitive capacity with aging is partly preventable - Older persons display flexibility in behavior and attitudes and the ability to grow intellectually and emotionally - Losses with aging include Social status, self-esteem, physical capacities, death of friends and loved ones - Anxiety disorders are the most prevalent mental health disorders in older adults - There are many causes of cognitive impairment besides Alzheimers. - Mild cognitive impairment is not unusual and generally does not meet accepted criteria for Alzheimers Schizophrenia in Late Life - Focus on the person's strengths and how they can remain as independent as possible - Encourage quality sleep, daily routines and proper nutrition - Cognitive behavioral and problem solving therapies have both been found to be effective. - Older persons clear medication from their system more slowly and are more susceptible to side effects of many medications. - Day treatment/drop in centers are available throughout the country for respite care as well as to facilitate interaction and allow caregivers to work - Caregivers often have their own emotional, financial and social needs that need to be addressed when caring for a parent or spouse. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Objectives ~ Learn about hepatitis and its prevalence ~ Identify the consequences of hepatitis ~ Explore the impact of hepatitis on mental health and effective interventions Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices