Psychepalooza 2

Pittsburgh, PA US
September 27, 2024

Advances in Knowledge and Innovative Treatments in Behavioral Health and Psychiatry

Behavioral health providers (psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers, counselors,  nurse practitioners and nurses) are invited to learn up-to-date information regarding advances in assessment and treatment interventions for a variety of patients.   There is increased interest in improved recognition and assessment of autism spectrum disorders, suicidal ideation and behavior in adolescents, and substance use problems.  A number of innovative treatment interventions have been developed and refined for a variety of behavioral, emotional, and psychiatric issues,  particularly for special and diverse populations.

 

Fees: 

Physicians

$150

Non-Physicians

$100

Residents and Fellow

Complementary 

Target Audience

Behavioral health providers (psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers, counselors,  nurse practitioners and nurses)

Learning Objectives

Upon completion of this educational conference, the participants will:

-          Describe evidence based approaches to clinical assessment of suicidal child and adolescent patients in the emergency room setting

-          Describe innovative technologies and novel therapeutics including zuranolone, TMS, ketamine and psychedelics in the management of psychiatric disorders.

-          Assess and discuss the importance of acknowledging the impact of cultural differences on treatment of psychiatric disorders

-          Identify trends among adolescents and young adults using substances and describe ways to approach treatment

-          Describe holistic and team based approaches to clinical management of chronic pain

Identify evidence-based assessment and evaluation strategies for adolescents and adults with possible autism spectrum disorders

Course summary
Available credit: 
  • 6.50 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
  • 6.25 APA
  • 6.50 Attendance
Course opens: 
08/12/2024
Course expires: 
12/31/2024
Event starts: 
09/27/2024 - 8:30am EDT
Event ends: 
09/27/2024 - 4:30pm EDT
Cost:
$100.00
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Allegheny General Hospital, Magovern Conference Center
320 East North Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA 15212
United States

Allegheny General Hospital is accredited by the Accredited Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians. 

Allegheny General Hospital designates this continuing medical education activity for a maximum of 6.5 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit ™. 

Available Credit

  • 6.50 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
  • 6.25 APA
  • 6.50 Attendance

Price

Cost:
$100.00
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