Event Description
Topic
There Is No Health Without Mental Health! Implementing the Guidelines for CF Screening and Treatment of Depression and Anxiety
Presented By
Kristin Riekert, PhD, and Beth Smith, MD
Learning Objectives
At the conclusion of the activity, participants should be able to:
- Summarize the prevalence of depressive and anxious symptoms among individuals with CF and caregivers.
- Identify how psychological symptoms negatively affect disease management, including adherence to medications, nutrition, clinic attendance, health outcomes and quality of life.
- Identify evidence-based intervention strategies that address symptoms of depression and anxiety.
- Review and implement the new recommendations for screening and treatment of anxiety and depression in CF.
- Describe the efficacy data for using CBT to treat depression and anxiety in children and adults.
- Explain the basic components of an evidence-based CBT treatment approach.
- Apply this new knowledge to their communication with patients and families when discussing depression/anxiety and expectations about CBT counseling.
Registration
Registration is free. Lunch will be provided. |
