Psychology, Counseling, Social Work, Occupational Therapy, Marriage and Family, Dietetics and Nutrition Continuing Education CE CEU Anxiety Disorders

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CE Credit: 1 Hours (0.1 CEUs)
Target Audience: Psychology Counseling Social-Work Occupational-Therapy Marriage-and-Family Dietetics-and-Nutrition
Learning Level: Introductory

Course Abstract:
This course summarizes the symptoms, causes and treatments for Anxiety Disorders, which affect about 40 million American adults in a given year. It will describe the symptoms of anxiety disorders, explain the role of research in understanding the causes of these conditions, describe effective treatments, and suggest ways to make treatment more effective. The following anxiety disorders are discussed in this course: panic disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), social phobia (or social anxiety disorder), specific phobias, and generalized anxiety disorder (GAD). 2006 | 13 pages | 10 posttest questions | Course #10-12

Learning Objectives:

1. Distinguish among the symptoms of various anxiety disorders

2. Identify four classes of medications that are effective in treating anxiety disorders

3. List common side effects of the medications used for anxiety disorders

4. Identify one form of cognitive behavioral therapy that is useful for anxiety disorders

5. Name three ways to make treatment more effective

About the Author(s):

National Institute of Mental HealthPublic Inquiries & Dissemination Branch
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NIMH publications are in the public domain and may be reproduced or copied without the permission from the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH). Citation of the National Institute of Mental Health as a source is appreciated.

Accreditation Statement:

Professional Development Resources is a CPE Accredited Provider with the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR #PR001). CPE accreditation does not constitute endorsement by CDR of provider programs or materials. Professional Development Resources is also a provider with the Florida Council of Dietetics and Nutrition (#50-1635).

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