Mental Health Effects of Concussions on Adolescents
Hours: 1.25
Concussions, or mild traumatic brain injuries, can have devastating immediate and long-term consequences for adolescents. New research indicates that without effective and immediate intervention, adolescents may experience physical, cognitive, behavioral, social, mental health, and academic effects for weeks, months, or years. This course will provide a brief overview of how concussions are sustained, the multi-dimensional effects that adolescents may experience because of a concussion, and the importance of identifying pre-injury conditions. Also, information on appropriate interventions to apply when working with post-concussive adolescents in a variety of contexts will be discussed.
Concussions, or mild traumatic brain injuries, can have devastating immediate and long-term consequences for adolescents. New research indicates that without effective and immediate intervention, adolescents may experience physical, cognitive, behavioral, social, mental health, and academic effects for weeks, months, or years. This course will provide a brief overview of how concussions are sustained, the multi-dimensional effects that adolescents may experience because of a concussion, and the importance of identifying pre-injury conditions. Also, information on appropriate interventions to apply when working with post-concussive adolescents in a variety of contexts will be discussed.
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Social workers will receive 1.25 continuing education hours for participating in this course. This activity is approved for 1.25 contact hours.
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West Virginia Board of Registered Nursing
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New Mexico Board of Nursing
New Mexico Board of Nursing (CEBroker Provider #50-290)
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South Carolina Board of Social Work Examiners
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Massachusetts Association for Marriage & Family Therapy
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New York State Education Department, Office of the Professions, State Board of Psychology
Describe what a concussion is and why it is often called the silent epidemic.
Identify the 2 types of force that can lead to a mild traumatic brain injury and the resulting brain injuries.
List methods often used and issues to consider when diagnosing concussions from a neurological and psychological context.
Discuss the multidimensional effects of concussion in adolescents.
Identify potential long-term effects of post-concussion syndrome, second impact syndrome, and repeated concussions.
Explain appropriate interventions to apply when working with post-concussed adolescents in a variety of contexts.
Outline:
Section 1: Introduction
About This Course
Learning Objectives
Section 2: Overview of Concussion
What is a Concussion?
Causes of Concussion in Adolescents
Types of Force Leading to mTBI
Types of Brain Injuries
TBI as the Silent Epidemic
The Word You Use Matters
Concussion in Adolescents Versus Adults
Symptom Presentation
Diagnosing Concussions
Caveats About Diagnosing Concussion Based Solely on Physical/Neurological Symptom Presentation
The DSM-5™ Diagnosis Protocol
Importance of Identifying Pre-Existing Behavioral and Psychological Conditions
Something to Consider
Review
Summary
Section 3: Multidimensional Effects of Concussion
Multidimensional Effects
Potential Effects of Concussion in Adolescents
What the Research Says
Long-Term Effects of Concussion
Post-Concussion Syndrome
Second Impact Syndrome
Repeated mTBI
Review
Summary
Section 4: Interventions
Interventions for Concussion
Mental Health Interventions
Assessment
Collaborative Care
Education and Reassurance
Therapeutic Interventions
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Interpersonal Psychotherapy
Solution Focused Brief Therapy
School-Based Interventions
Pharmacological Treatment
Caveats to Pharmacological Treatment
Review
Summary
Section 5: Conclusion
Summary
Course Contributors
References
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Mrs. Cobb is a Lead SME Writer/Trainer at Relias. Her primary writing responsibilities are in the Health and Human Services vertical, in the content areas of public safety and behavioral health. Mrs. Cobb is also the onboarding trainer for new Relias staff joining the Content Department. Mrs. Cobb has a Bachelor of Science Degree in Correctional and Juvenile Justice Studies and a Master of Science Degree in Criminal Justice. She has over 24 years of experience working in criminal and juvenile justice. Her work includes direct service, research, and training and technical assistance. She was the statewide evaluator for the Commonwealth of Kentucky for adult, juvenile, and family drug courts; a Research Associate for the American Probation & Parole Association providing training and technical assistance to Native American Nations/Alaska Native Villages on systemic criminal and juvenile justice initiatives; and a Research Administrator for the University of Kentucky. Disclosure: Kimberly Cobb, MS has declared that no conflict of interest, Relevant Financial Relationship or Relevant Non-Financial Relationship exists.Instructor: Dr. Jennifer Reynolds, Ph.D.
Dr. Jennifer Reynolds is a dual Ph.D., APA trained, Neuropsychologist, with over 11 years of experience in private practice in Austin, Texas. She is also the founder and CEO of the Neuropsychological Evaluation and Therapeutic Center of Austin, LLC. Dr. Reynolds' neuropsychological research on executive functioning, IQ, and emotional intelligence was recently published in the Journal of Psychiatry. Dr. Reynolds is a member of over 11 honor societies and was recently named Distinguished Doctor in the field of Neuropsychology by the Worldwide Association of Female Professionals.
Disclosure: Dr. Jennifer Reynolds, Ph.D. has declared that no conflict of interest, Relevant Financial Relationship or Relevant Non-Financial Relationship exists.
The target audience for this course is: Entry level Psychologists; Intermediate level Alcohol and Drug Counselors; Intermediate level Marriage and Family Therapists; Intermediate level Professional Counselors; Intermediate level Social Workers; Nurses; in the following settings: Health and Human Services.
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