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 Key Features in the Formulation and Implementation of a Treatment Plan
Understand How to Establish a Therapeutic Alliance
Discuss Treatment Settings and Housing Options
Identify management concerns in each of the three stages of presentation
Identify Special Issues in Caring for Patients With Treatment-Resistant Illness
Discuss Clinical Features Influencing the Treatment Plan
Identify Pharmacological Treatments
List Other Somatic Therapies and Specific Psychosocial Interventions
Explore the interaction between psychotropic Medications and HIV medications
Identify Drug-Drug Interactions Between ARV Agents, Medications Used in Substance Use Treatment, and Recreational Drugs
Explore factors related to treatment compliance HAART with mental
health disorders including intensity of the mood disorder, somatic
symptoms and social support quality.
Learn about cognitive disorders including HIV related dementia and HIV
Identify risk factors for suicidality in people with HIV
Review common somatic symptoms reported by people with HIV or on HAART
and ways the mental health professional can assist the patient
Review the impact of Depression and Mania on the HIV positive patient
and their effect on treatment compliance and disease progression
Identify effective techniques for increasing motivation
This multimedia course for counselors, social workers, pastoral staff and marriage and family therapists is based in part on Counselor Toolbox Podcast 43, 202, 203. Text-based materials are also provided in the course for those who prefer to learn by reading.