Dementia (Lecture-Style Seminar) (Self-Study)
Dementia (Lecture-Style Seminar) (Self-Study)
Learn to distinguish between truth and myth when it comes to dementia, so you position yourself to be the best clinician and advocate for your older adult clients.
Hosted by SWEET Institute
Join us for this life-changing seminar!
Learn and Earn 1 CE credit!
Online via Zoom
80% to 90% of patients with dementia develop at least one distressing symptom over the course of their illness, and behavioral disturbances or psychotic symptoms in dementia often precipitate early nursing home placement. Is dementia a disease or does it rather describe a group of symptoms that affects our clients in several aspects of their lives.
There are so many myths about dementia. How do we tease out the myths from the truth? Join us and learn what you need to know about dementia to best help and advocate for your clients.
What will you learn from this seminar?
- Learn to tease out the different types of dementia
- Learn the facts about dementia
- Learn about the natural process and prognosis of dementia
- Learn about the different causes of dementia and how you can help your clients decrease their risk
During this 2-hour seminar, we will guide you through an experiential learning process where you will learn what it takes to help your clients, and how to implement that in daily practice.
Who is this for?
This course is for any clinician invested in learning new or honing existing skills to be able to use in dynamic ways to support their patients and clients and to end suffering.
KEY INFORMATION:
This course is eligible for 1 CEU for Licensed Social Workers, Licensed Mental Health Counselors, and Psychologists in New York State
For more information about CEU approval, please click here.
Format: Self-Study Online Seminar
