Psychopharmacology for Social Workers
Summary
This course has a clinical focus and practical orientation; therefore, we will examine basic neuropsychopharmacology, neurotransmitter systems, drug metabolism (i.e, absorption, distribution, metabolism, excretion), and the pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics of psychotropic medications to only a limited degree. Our emphasis will be primarily on understanding the physiological actions, therapeutic effects, and potential toxicities associated with prescribed pharmacotherapies for major classes of mental disorders affecting youth, adults, and the elderly along with other special populations. Lastly, we will discuss ethical and legal issues, the social workers role in collaboration and communication with prescribing doctors and nurses.
- Describe the principles of pharmacokinetics (what the body does to medication) and pharmacodynamics (what the medications do to the body) and be able to describe the main actions of psychotropic drugs in the central nervous system and identify the risks and benefits of psychotropic medications.
- Describe the different psychotropic medication classifications and identify which medications are clinically indicated for different mental health or substance use disorders.
- Articulate the physical differences and different medication consideration among different groups.
- Identify and define the three core ethical standards of psychopharmacology practice for social workers.
- Identify in a case example a client's diagnosis, what medication would be prescribed based on the diagnosis, and the benefits and risks/side effects of the prescribed medication.
- Describe seven roles for social workers and psychopharmacology and identify three issues and three shared rewards regarding interdisciplinary collaboration between social workers and prescribing providers.
Agenda
| Date | Time | Description |
|---|---|---|
| December 7, 2018 | 9:00am - 10:00am | Psychopharmacology, neurotransmitters, principles of drug action, therapeutic effects, risks and benefits and medication management of psychotropic medication |
| December 7, 2018 | 10:00am - 11:00am | Psychopharmacology: classification and their medications: antipsychotics, antidepressants, mood stabilizers, anti-anxiety, psychostimulants, and substance use disorders |
| December 7, 2018 | 11:00am - 12:00pm | Psychopharmacology with different populations |
| December 7, 2018 | 1:00pm - 2:00pm | Ethical and Legal Issues in Psychopharmacology |
| December 7, 2018 | 2:00pm - 3:00pm | Case Scenarios and Psychopharmacology |
| December 7, 2018 | 3:00pm - 4:00pm | Psychopharmacology: Social Worker Roles, Interdisciplinary Collaboration and Communication |
Instructor
Julie D. Cushman
face-to-face workshop/seminar
Sessions
- 12/7/2018 9:00am to 4:00pm
CE Contact Hours
- 1 ethics face-to-face
- 5 regular face-to-face
Skill Level
Beginner & Intermediate
Location
U-M School of Social Work School of Social Work
1080 South University Avenue
Ann Arbor, Michigan 48109
1080 South University Avenue
Ann Arbor, Michigan 48109
Room: 1840 (ECC)
Fees
$120.00
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