About The Course
Learn how to identify and diagnose post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) accurately. Be equipped with knowledge on the features and symptoms of PTSD, the neurobiology of PTSD, and the management options available to patients. Know the differences in PTSD phenotypes and how these can impact patients’ lives. The course empowers learners to create effective, individualized treatment plans, deepening their understanding of the complexities and nuances of post-traumatic stress disorder.
Who Is This Course For?
This course is suitable for:
- Psychiatrists
- General Practitioners (GPs)
- Mental Health Nurse Practitioners (MHNPs)
- Psychologists
- Mental health professionals
- Clinicians working in or expanding into psychiatry and mental health care
Accreditation Information:
- Psychiatry Accreditation: This course is available for self-accreditation with the RANZCP and other relevant psychiatric and mental health organisations.
- GP Accreditation: The course is also RACGP accredited for general practitioners.
What You'll Learn
- Identify the clinical features and symptoms of Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
- Explore the neurobiology of PTSD
- Consider the differences in PTSD phenotypes
- Identify how to correctly diagnose patients with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
- Explore a range of management options for patients with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD).
Course Programme
7 Units | 18 Modules | 2.5 hours total length
- What Is Psychological Trauma?
- Cluster of Symptoms for Psychological Trauma
- When Does Psychological Trauma Become PTSD?
- Stages of development of PTSD
- Neuroendocrine features of PTSD
- Neurochemical features of PTSD
- Neuroanatomic features of PTSD
- Differences in PTSD Phenotypes
- Integrated Model of PTSD
- Symptoms of PTSD
- Diagnostic Tool for PTSD
- Risk Assessment for PTSD
- Application Through a Case Study
- Important concepts of PTSD treatment
- Psychotherapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
- Non-Trauma-Focused Therapy
- Pharmacotherapy
- Australian Guidelines for the Prevention and Treatment of PTSD
- Application Through a Case Study
- Knowledge Check
Course Description
A Comprehensive Guide to Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Psychological trauma typically arises from direct exposure to, or witnessing of, traumatic or life-threatening events, either personally or vicariously. This exposure often precipitates psychological responses, including intense fear, horror, and a sense of helplessness. Such experiences may lead to enduring or transient psychological sequelae, manifesting as a constellation of symptoms across physical, cognitive, emotional, and behavioural domains.
For most patients who have experienced a traumatic event, the trauma is acute and transient and results in minimal functional impairment. For some patients, however, the symptoms persist, and this is termed Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). A PTSD diagnosis was originally considered a normal response to an extreme situation; however, the presence of symptoms for an extended period of time beyond one month is indicative of an abnormal adaptation in the brain.
This in-depth course on PTSD is designed for psychiatrists, healthcare professionals, psychologists, and anyone interested in understanding this complex mental health condition. This course offers a multifaceted exploration of PTSD, providing learners with the essential knowledge to support those affected by this challenging condition.
We begin by identifying the clinical features and symptoms of PTSD. Participants will gain an in-depth understanding of the neurobiology of PTSD, uncovering the intricate brain mechanisms and neurochemical pathways involved. You will also learn the differences between PTSD phenotypes and why this matters clinically.
The course focuses extensively on the correct diagnostic methods, providing you with tools such as PTSD diagnostic criteria to help you identify and diagnose PTSD accurately in accordance with the PTSD guidelines set by the DSM-5 and ICD-11.
Finally, we explore a range of management options for patients with PTSD. From conventional therapy approaches to innovative treatments, we cover the breadth of PTSD treatment guidelines. This module empowers practitioners with diverse strategies to create personalised, effective PTSD treatment plans, ultimately improving patient outcomes.
A Comprehensive Guide to Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is not just a course on PTSD clinical guidelines; it’s a pathway to deeper understanding and more effective intervention in the lives of those affected by PTSD. Join us to expand your knowledge and skills in tackling this significant mental health challenge.
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- PTSD Update 2023 : Know the significant advancements in the understanding and treatment of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) from 2023, bringing new insights and approaches for mental health professionals.
Diagnose post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) accurately by knowing its features, symptoms, neurobiology, phenotypes, management, and treatment options.
Course Information
- 2.5 hours
- 2.5 CPD
Inclusions
- 2.5 Hours of Interactive Course Material
- Video Lectures
- Reading Material and Case Studies
- Self-assessment
- Certificate of Completion
Material Downloads
- certificate
Instructor
Dr. Sanil Rege MBBS, MRCPsych, FRANZCP
Dr Sanil Rege is an educator and consultant psychiatrist with dual psychiatry qualifications from the United Kingdom and Australia.
With extensive teaching experience through various psychiatry education initiatives, Dr. Rege is renowned as a motivational training facilitator who promotes interaction and discussion. As the Academic Lead of Psych Scene and Chief Editor of Psych Scene Hub, he aspires to make a difference in mental health by empowering healthcare professionals to advance their skills and career through specialized training.
Dr Rege is also founder of Vita Healthcare, a private clinic in Mount Eliza specialising in mental health. He has 20 years of clinical experience and 13 years of private practice experience treating disorders across the spectrum, currently working in the community, in-patient, consultation-liaison and addiction psychiatry.
