Objectives
- Explore information on the use of the current edition of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM) diagnosis and treatment of mental disorders
- Identify the nine goals for psychiatric management of persons with PTSD or ASD
- List the eight steps in assessment of a person with PTSD or ASD
- Identify eight things to be considered when determining the treatment setting
- List three characteristics which would make inpatient treatment a better choice
- List for ways to establish and maintain a therapeutic alliance
- Explain the most effective ways to coordinate treatment efforts
- Identify the types of education which should be provided to patients with PTSD or ASD
- Identify the five goals of treatment for patients with PTSD or ASD
- Identify the three approaches which are used either alone or in combination in treating this population
- List nine issues that should be considered when choosing the appropriate initial treatment modality
- Describe approaches for patients who do not respond to initial treatment
- Summarize the standard pharmacological treatment strategy for PTSD or ASD
- Summarize the recommendations for psychotherapy with persons with PTSD or ASD
- Teacher: Dr. Dawn-Elise Snipes