Counselor Toolbox Podcast with DocSnipes

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

Objectives ~ Define and examine the prevalence of HBP and CVD ~ Explore the impact of HBP and CVD on mental health ~ Identify strategies to improve wellness while living with HBP/CVD Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

~ Explore the role of the endocannabinoid system in ~ Mood disorders ~ Cognitive disorders ~ Autoimmune and inflammatory disorders ~ Pain ~ Stress Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

~ Define the three types of prevention ~ Review risk factors for abuse ~ Identify strategies for preventing abuse and neglect ~ Discuss reasons prevention programs fail 3 Types of Prevention ~ Primary: Keep it from happening ~ Secondary: Prevent worsening ~ Caregiver: Verbally abusive or neglectful caregiver ~ Child or Elder: Anxiety, depression, low self esteem ~ Tertiary: Prevent additional issues Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Objectives - The Goal of ACT - What is Mindfulness? - How Does ACT Differ from Other Mindfulness-based Approaches? - What is Unique to Act? - Destructive Normality - Experiential Avoidance - Therapeutic Interventions - Confronting the Agenda - Control is the Problem, Not the Solution - Six Core Principles of ACT Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Objectives - Why was DBT created - Understanding Emotional Dysregulation - Identify DBT assumptions about clients and therapists - Explore skills to help clients learn - Distress Tolerance - Emotional Regulation - Interpersonal Effectiveness Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Explore ways to teach Cognitive behavioral interventions in group Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Objectives ~ Child Abuse Awareness: Types, Prevalence, Indicators and Impact Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices