Product Detail
Product Details
- Format:
- Additional Participant CE Test
- Author:
- JOSEPH F WEGMANN, R.PH., LCSW
- Publisher:
- PESI Publishing & Media
- Copyright:
- 7/1/2015
- CE Available:
- Yes, See CE credit tab for complete continuing education details
- Product Code:
- RNT083825
Objectives
- Explain the influence of the DSM-5®, Neurobiology and the Medical Model on Psychopharmacology
- Examine the clinical syndromes for which psychotropic medications are frequently prescribed
- Identify the myriad medication options for treating psychosis, depression, bipolar, anxiety, insomnia and ADHD
- Demonstrate safe and effective approaches for medicating specific populations – youth, pregnant women and older adults
- Address the alternative medication remedies with the best track records for treating commonly encountered mental disorders
- Describe the best techniques and intervention strategies for resolving common psychotropic medication challenges
Author
JOSEPH F WEGMANN, R.PH., LCSW
Joseph Wegmann, R.Ph., LCSW, is a licensed clinical pharmacist and a clinical social worker with more than thirty years of experience in the field of psychopharmacology. His diverse professional background in psychopharmacology and counseling affords him a unique perspective on medication management issues. In addition to consulting with numerous psychiatric facilities, he has presented psychopharmacology seminars to thousands of clinicians in 46 states.Joe has also served as a Clinical Director of Pharmacy Services at a major metropolitan area hospital and as a Regional Director of Hospital Services for Premier Healthcare Corporation. He has served as Adjunct Professor of Psychopharmacology in the graduate School of Social Work at Southern University of New Orleans for 16 years and maintains an active psychotherapy practice specializing in the treatment of depression and anxiety.
Joe is the author of Psychopharmacology: Straight Talk on Mental Health Medications, Third Edition (PESI, 2015) and Behavior Management Guide for the Classroom: Assessments, Best Practices and Interventions for Depression, Anxiety, Bipolar and Disruptive Behaviors (PESI, 2018).
Speaker Disclosures:
Financial: Joseph Wegmann is an author for PESI Publishing and receives royalties.
Non-financial: Joseph Wegmann has no relevant nonfinancial relationship to disclose.
Continuing Education Credits
For U.S. and Canadian customers, a CE test is available for 19.99 USD per participant. International CE rates may vary; please contact our Customer Service at 1-800-844-8260 for more details.
Listed below are the continuing education credit(s) currently available for this non-interactive self-study package. Please note, your state licensing board dictates whether self study is an acceptable form of continuing education. Please refer to your state rules and regulations.
Certificates of Successful Completion may be emailed, faxed or mailed to participants completing the post-test/evaluation and paying the CE fee.
**Materials that are included in this course may include interventions and modalities that are beyond the authorized practice of mental health professionals. As a licensed professional, you are responsible for reviewing the scope of practice, including activities that are defined in law as beyond the boundaries of practice in accordance with and in compliance with your professions standards.
All members of the PESI, Inc. planning committee have provided disclosures of financial relationships with ineligible organizations and any relevant non-financial relationships prior to planning content for this activity. None of the committee members had relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies or other potentially biasing relationships to disclose to learners. For speaker disclosures, please see the faculty biography.
Counselors
This intermediate self-study activity consists of 6.5 clock hours of continuing education instruction. Credit requirements and approvals vary per state board regulations. Please save the course outline, the certificate of completion you receive from the activity and contact your state board or organization to determine specific filing requirements.
Educators/Teachers
This course consists of 6.5 self-study clock hours. Credit requirements and approvals vary per state board regulations. Please save the course outline, the certificate of completion you receive from this self-study activity and contact your state board or organization to determine specific filing requirements.
Marriage & Family Therapists
This self-study activity consists of 6.5 clock hours of continuing education instruction. Credit requirements and approvals vary per state board regulations. Please save the course outline, the certificate of completion you receive from this self-study activity and contact your state board or organization to determine specific filing requirements.
Nurses, Nurse Practitioners, and Clinical Nurse Specialists
This self-study activity consists of 6.5 clock hours of continuing education instruction. Credit requirements and approvals vary per state board regulations. Please save the course outline, the certificate of completion you receive from this self-study activity and contact your state board or organization to determine specific filing requirements.
Psychologists
This self-study activity consists of 6.5 clock hours of continuing education instruction. Credit requirements and approvals vary per state board regulations. Please save the course outline and the certificate of completion you receive from this self-study activity. Contact us for more information on your state board or organization specific filing requirements.
Social Workers
Course Level: Intermediate. Format: Asynchronous distance learning. Full attendance is required; no partial credits will be offered for partial attendance.
Other Professions
This self-study activity qualifies for 6.5 clock hours of instructional content as required by many national, state and local licensing boards and professional organizations. Retain your certificate of completion and contact your board or organization for specific filing requirements.
Disclaimer: **Information obtained in this course should be used within your scope of practice.
**It is your ethical responsibility to report accurate hours to your licensing board.
**All self-study participants must complete and pass (80% or better) a post-test and evaluation prior to receiving a certificate of completion. If you require a copy of the test/evaluation for CE purposes, please print at the time you take the test. Or you may call our customer service department and a copy of your test/evaluation will be emailed to you. Please allow 30-45 days.
Listed below are the continuing education credit(s) currently available for this non-interactive self-study package. Please note, your state licensing board dictates whether self study is an acceptable form of continuing education. Please refer to your state rules and regulations.
Certificates of Successful Completion may be emailed, faxed or mailed to participants completing the post-test/evaluation and paying the CE fee.
**Materials that are included in this course may include interventions and modalities that are beyond the authorized practice of mental health professionals. As a licensed professional, you are responsible for reviewing the scope of practice, including activities that are defined in law as beyond the boundaries of practice in accordance with and in compliance with your professions standards.
All members of the PESI, Inc. planning committee have provided disclosures of financial relationships with ineligible organizations and any relevant non-financial relationships prior to planning content for this activity. None of the committee members had relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies or other potentially biasing relationships to disclose to learners. For speaker disclosures, please see the faculty biography.
Counselors
This intermediate self-study activity consists of 6.5 clock hours of continuing education instruction. Credit requirements and approvals vary per state board regulations. Please save the course outline, the certificate of completion you receive from the activity and contact your state board or organization to determine specific filing requirements.
Educators/Teachers
This course consists of 6.5 self-study clock hours. Credit requirements and approvals vary per state board regulations. Please save the course outline, the certificate of completion you receive from this self-study activity and contact your state board or organization to determine specific filing requirements.
Marriage & Family Therapists
This self-study activity consists of 6.5 clock hours of continuing education instruction. Credit requirements and approvals vary per state board regulations. Please save the course outline, the certificate of completion you receive from this self-study activity and contact your state board or organization to determine specific filing requirements.
Nurses, Nurse Practitioners, and Clinical Nurse Specialists
This self-study activity consists of 6.5 clock hours of continuing education instruction. Credit requirements and approvals vary per state board regulations. Please save the course outline, the certificate of completion you receive from this self-study activity and contact your state board or organization to determine specific filing requirements.
Psychologists
This self-study activity consists of 6.5 clock hours of continuing education instruction. Credit requirements and approvals vary per state board regulations. Please save the course outline and the certificate of completion you receive from this self-study activity. Contact us for more information on your state board or organization specific filing requirements.
Social Workers
Course Level: Intermediate. Format: Asynchronous distance learning. Full attendance is required; no partial credits will be offered for partial attendance.
Other Professions
This self-study activity qualifies for 6.5 clock hours of instructional content as required by many national, state and local licensing boards and professional organizations. Retain your certificate of completion and contact your board or organization for specific filing requirements.
Disclaimer: **Information obtained in this course should be used within your scope of practice.
**It is your ethical responsibility to report accurate hours to your licensing board.
**All self-study participants must complete and pass (80% or better) a post-test and evaluation prior to receiving a certificate of completion. If you require a copy of the test/evaluation for CE purposes, please print at the time you take the test. Or you may call our customer service department and a copy of your test/evaluation will be emailed to you. Please allow 30-45 days.
Reviews
“Joe has done it again! Psychopharmacology: Straight Talk on Mental Health Medications has been my “go-to” desktop references for several years. With clarity and completeness of information, this resource has provided the opportunity to better coordinate with the professionals who manage my patients’ medications. These resources have helped my patients maintain medication compliance while encouraging personal responsibility for health. The new third edition goes deeper, with an easy-to-use treatment manual, presenting medication as one piece of the mental health puzzle.”
Ronda J. Salge, MA, MSW, LCSW
“Psychopharmacology: Straight Talk on Mental Health Medications always sits on my desk and I refer to it constantly. It is a tremendous opportunity to learn from Wegmann and deliver his expertise to clients who want to make an informed decision about their medications. Joe is utterly impressive in his 'straight talk' of clinical issues -- his book and seminars (and newsletter) are not to be missed!”
Christina Sluberski, LPC LCADC CHt
“This book should be in the toolbox of every mental health professional! I use Psychopharmacology: Straight Talk on Mental Health Medications to educate my clients and this third edition expertly conveys the usefulness of medications in a realistic sense. Joe demystifies psychotropic medications in a language that is teachable and straightforward for both clients and mental health professionals alike.”
Lauren C. Ostrowski, MA, LPC, NCC, DCC
“Joe's third edition of Psychopharmacology: Straight Talk on Mental Health Medications cuts through the fog and hits the mark again! It is easily understood, clinically accurate and is a must have desk reference for clinicians.”
Wallace G. Long III, MSW, LCSW, BCD
“As a mental health clinician and prescriber, I have had the distinct privilege of learning from one of the foremost authorities in the field of psychopharmacology, Joe Wegmann. His clear, practical, and clinically-driven knowledge base has been invaluable in achieving the highest treatment outcomes for my clients. The third edition of Psychopharmacology: Straight Talk on Mental Health Medications delivers a comprehensive review on diagnosis, assessment and treatment strategies for the most common mental health syndromes. His unique focus on proper assessment to determine when is best to utilize psychopharmacology versus other forms of treatment has successfully individualized the care I provide. Every practicing mental health clinician should have this outstanding resource in their library.”
Mindy Cohen, MSN, APRN, C., CGP, CARN
Ronda J. Salge, MA, MSW, LCSW
“Psychopharmacology: Straight Talk on Mental Health Medications always sits on my desk and I refer to it constantly. It is a tremendous opportunity to learn from Wegmann and deliver his expertise to clients who want to make an informed decision about their medications. Joe is utterly impressive in his 'straight talk' of clinical issues -- his book and seminars (and newsletter) are not to be missed!”
Christina Sluberski, LPC LCADC CHt
“This book should be in the toolbox of every mental health professional! I use Psychopharmacology: Straight Talk on Mental Health Medications to educate my clients and this third edition expertly conveys the usefulness of medications in a realistic sense. Joe demystifies psychotropic medications in a language that is teachable and straightforward for both clients and mental health professionals alike.”
Lauren C. Ostrowski, MA, LPC, NCC, DCC
“Joe's third edition of Psychopharmacology: Straight Talk on Mental Health Medications cuts through the fog and hits the mark again! It is easily understood, clinically accurate and is a must have desk reference for clinicians.”
Wallace G. Long III, MSW, LCSW, BCD
“As a mental health clinician and prescriber, I have had the distinct privilege of learning from one of the foremost authorities in the field of psychopharmacology, Joe Wegmann. His clear, practical, and clinically-driven knowledge base has been invaluable in achieving the highest treatment outcomes for my clients. The third edition of Psychopharmacology: Straight Talk on Mental Health Medications delivers a comprehensive review on diagnosis, assessment and treatment strategies for the most common mental health syndromes. His unique focus on proper assessment to determine when is best to utilize psychopharmacology versus other forms of treatment has successfully individualized the care I provide. Every practicing mental health clinician should have this outstanding resource in their library.”
Mindy Cohen, MSN, APRN, C., CGP, CARN
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ADA Needs
We would be happy to accommodate your ADA needs; please call our Customer Service Department for more information at (800) 844-8260.
Your satisfaction is our goal and our guarantee. Concerns should be addressed to PESI Kids, P.O. Box 1000, Eau Claire, WI 54702-1000 or call (800) 844-8260.
ADA Needs
We would be happy to accommodate your ADA needs; please call our Customer Service Department for more information at (800) 844-8260.