Identify the 6 basic fears and how they relate to crisis
Discuss characteristics of crisis
Learn about models of crisis Intervention
Examine cultural influences in behaviors
Practice the steps in Verbal Crisis De-Escalation
Use brief intervention approaches with persons in crisis to reduce symptoms of crisis and increase motivation for change and other health improvements
Support persons experiencing a crisis to engage meaningfully and safely in a critical incident stress
debriefing process within 24 to 72 hours post-crisis in order to reduce distress and improve mental health
Create crisis plans in collaboration with persons experiencing crisis using strength-based approaches
Explore how to use telecommunication- and technology-based solutions for people at risk for, or experiencing, crisis as a means for receiving:
Identify effective and trauma-informed interventions that can be utilized to mitigate or prevent future crisis in adults
Explore how case management can be used to support people in crisis
Identify the necessary components for a suicide assessment.
Identify risk management methods including consultation, documentation.
Identify methods for determining appropriate placement.
Understand the factors contributing to suicide risk.
For mental health and addiction counselors (LPC, LMHC, LPCC, LADC, CADC, and counselors in training), social workers (LCSW, LMSW, LSW, RSW), pastoral staff, case managers (CCM) and marriage and family therapists (LMFT)
Enhance viewers’ understanding of current trends as well as the negative behaviors that promote excessive alcohol and illicit drug use.
Develop an understanding of the recovery culture and how it reflects the courage, positive language, shared values and behaviors that surround individuals striving to overcome substance use disorders.
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
Differentially Diagnose Bipolar Disorder and depression
Recognize general medical conditions and drugs that may mimic depression or mania
Understand the goals of management of bipolar disorder and depression
Identify bipolar patients at increased risk of suicide
Understand the link between bipolar disorder and substance abuse
Identify key areas of consideration when making a treatment placement decision
Learn about the areas which patients with bipolar disorder and their families may need education
Familiarize self with the most common psychopharmacological interventions for bipolar disorder abd depression