March 14, 2024: Session 3: Managing Medications

Managing Medications 

Robert Althoff, MD, PhD

March 14, 2024

Session 3: 9:30-10:30 AM ED

This program will examine commonly prescribed medications for children, their potential side effects and how to manage them in the classroom/school setting.

Please click on link to access Zoom:  https://partners.zoom.us/j/89719795026

Most educators do not have a comprehensive understanding of the indications, mechanisms, and side effects of psychiatric medications commonly prescribed to youth, despite being critical partners to the health care provider in the monitoring of these medications Consequently, they may be less able to provide a comprehensive description of the effects and side effects of medications for mental health conditions, leading to less capable support of the students. To bridge this gap, this lecture will cover the broad classes of psychiatric medications in youth, their potential side effects and how to manage them in the classroom/school setting.

Presenter: 

Robert Althoff, MD, PhD is an Associate Professor of Psychiatry, Pediatrics, & Psychological Science and the Chair of Psychiatry, Larner College of Medicine at the University of VermontHe has a background in cognitive neuroscience and behavioral genetics and studies emotion regulation in children and suicide risk prediction

Disclosures: Dr. Athoff has the following relevant financial interests to report: He receives research support from NIMH, NIDA and the Klingenstein Third Generation Foundation and has ownership equity in WISER Systems, LLC as a partner.

 

Target Audience

This program is intended for psychologists, social workers, educators, and license mental health counselors.

Learning Objectives

By the end of this training session, school personnel should be able to:

1) List the primary indications for commonly prescribed psychiatric medications in youth, including antidepressants, stimulants, antipsychotics, and mood stabilizers

2) Identify the potential side effects and adverse reactions associated with psychiatric medications, emphasizing the importance of monitoring and communication with healthcare providers

3) Describe strategies for fostering collaboration between educators, mental health professionals, and families to support students receiving psychiatric treatment while promoting a safe and inclusive learning environment.

By addressing these objectives, we hope to help educators enhance their knowledge and competence in effectively supporting students' mental health needs.

Course summary
Available credit: 
  • 1.00 Social Workers

    The Collaborative of NASW, Boston College, and Simmons College Schools of Social Work authorizes social work continuing education credits for courses, workshops, and educational programs that meet the criteria outlined in 258 CMR of the Massachusetts Board of Registration of Social Workers

    This program has been approved for 1.00 Social Work Continuing Education hours for relicensure, in accordance with 258 CMR. Collaborative of NASW and the Boston College and Simmons Schools of Social Work Authorization Number D91850

  • 1.00 Participation

    This course allows other providers to claim a Participation Certificate upon successful completion of this course.

    Participation Certificates will specify the title, location, type of activity, date of activity, and number of AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™ associated with the activity. Providers should check with their regulatory agencies to determine ways in which AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™ may or may not fulfill continuing education requirements. Providers should also consider saving copies of brochures, agenda, and other supporting documents.

  • 1.00 Psychologists CE Credit

    The Massachusetts General Hospital Department of Psychiatry is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. The Massachusetts General Hospital Department of Psychiatry maintains responsibility for this program and its content.

    This offering meets the criteria for 1.00 Continuing Education (CE) credits per presentation for psychologists.

Registration opens: 
03/14/2024
Course closes: 
12/31/2024
Part of: 
Lowell Public Schools & MGH Psychiatry Academy Training Series 2024
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Lowell Public Schools & MGH Psychiatry Academy Training Series
Times: 9:30-10:30 EDT (Live Virtual via Zoom)

Please click on ATTENDEE Zoom link to join webinar : https://partners.zoom.us/j/89719795026

 

Managing Medications 

Robert Althoff, MD, PhD

March 14, 2024

Session 3: 9:30-10:30 AM ED

9:30-10:15 AM  Presentation Managing Medications: Dr. Robert Althoff

10:15-10:30 AM  Q & A

 

Available Credit

  • 1.00 Social Workers

    The Collaborative of NASW, Boston College, and Simmons College Schools of Social Work authorizes social work continuing education credits for courses, workshops, and educational programs that meet the criteria outlined in 258 CMR of the Massachusetts Board of Registration of Social Workers

    This program has been approved for 1.00 Social Work Continuing Education hours for relicensure, in accordance with 258 CMR. Collaborative of NASW and the Boston College and Simmons Schools of Social Work Authorization Number D91850

  • 1.00 Participation

    This course allows other providers to claim a Participation Certificate upon successful completion of this course.

    Participation Certificates will specify the title, location, type of activity, date of activity, and number of AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™ associated with the activity. Providers should check with their regulatory agencies to determine ways in which AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™ may or may not fulfill continuing education requirements. Providers should also consider saving copies of brochures, agenda, and other supporting documents.

  • 1.00 Psychologists CE Credit

    The Massachusetts General Hospital Department of Psychiatry is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. The Massachusetts General Hospital Department of Psychiatry maintains responsibility for this program and its content.

    This offering meets the criteria for 1.00 Continuing Education (CE) credits per presentation for psychologists.

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