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Description
This session will review the medical conditions that may sometimes lead to or worsen depression and sexual dysfunction. Although it is not the therapist’s role to conduct a medical interview, it is important for every therapist to inquire about the general health of their client, to acquire a basic knowledge of common causes and to make certain that the client has a physician involved in their health care. This talk will address conditions that are often overlooked or underestimated as causes of mood changes and sexual dysfunction. Commonly used medications will be briefly reviewed.
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Learning Objectives:
- Identify at least three medical conditions and three commonly used medication categories that may contribute to or worsen sexual dysfunction or mood symptoms.
- Describe at least two ways that aging and reproductive-life-stage changes may affect sexual functioning in women and men.
- Apply a basic health-screening and referral framework to a clinical case by identifying relevant health questions and determining when medical consultation may be appropriate.
Agenda:
Introduction and the Therapist’s Role
5 minutes
- Relationship between physical health, mood, and sexual functioning
- The therapist’s role in recognizing possible medical contributors without diagnosing or conducting a medical examination
- Importance of coordinating care with a qualified medical provider
Aging, Reproductive Changes, and Sexual Function
12 minutes
- Effects of aging on sexual desire, arousal, comfort, and functioning
- Sexual-health changes that may occur in women and men
- Reproductive-life-stage considerations, including hormonal changes and menopause
Medical Conditions That May Affect Mood and Sexuality
18 minutes
- Endocrine, neurological, cardiovascular, metabolic, and other health conditions
- Medical concerns that may be overlooked as contributors to depression or sexual dysfunction
- How physical illness, pain, fatigue, and changes in general health may affect emotional and relational wellbeing
Medication-Related Sexual and Mood Effects
10 minutes
- Common medication categories that may affect sexual desire, arousal, orgasm, erectile functioning, or mood
- Importance of medication review and consultation with the prescribing provider
- Avoiding recommendations that fall outside the therapist’s professional scope
Clinical Screening and Medical Referral
10 minutes
- General health questions that therapists may incorporate into assessment
- Reviewing symptom onset, health changes, medications, and previous medical evaluation
- Recognizing situations in which medical consultation or interdisciplinary collaboration may be appropriate
Clinical Integration and Review
5 minutes
- Application of course concepts to a brief clinical example
- Integrating medical, psychological, sexual, and relational considerations
- Review of key clinical takeaways
This previously recorded self-study course offers 1.0 continuing education contact hour and does not qualify for live or live-interactive credit.
This presentation is open to:
- Behavior Analysts
- Social Workers
- Professional Counselors
- Therapists
- Psychologists
- Licensed Mental Health Practitioners
- Medical Doctors and Other Health Professionals
- Other professionals interacting with populations engaged in mental health based services
This online class is offered at an intermediate level, and is beneficial for an intermediate level clinician:
- New practitioners who wish to gain enhanced insight surrounding the topic
- Experienced practitioners who seek to increase and expand fundamental knowledge surrounding the subject matter
- Advanced practitioners seeking to review concepts and reinforce practice skills and/or access additional consultation
- Managers seeking to broaden micro and/or macro perspectives
Additional information
- Refunds: Registrants who are unable to attend a CeYou! Plus! seminar or live webinars may ask for, and will receive, a credit or refund (your choice). Refund requests will be processed within 3 business days. When an attendee knows in advance that they are unable to attend we ask that they inform CeYou! Plus! ahead of time by emailing [email protected] or by calling or texting 607-249-4585 this allows us to free up the spot in the training in the event that a training is at or near capacity.
- Disability Access: If you require ADA accommodations, please contact our office 30 days or more before the event. We cannot ensure accommodations without adequate prior notification.
- Please Note: Licensing Boards change regulations often, and while we attempt to stay abreast of their most recent changes, if you have questions or concerns about this course meeting your specific board’s approval, we recommend you contact your board directly.
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- Participants will receive their certificate electronically upon completion of the webinar and course evaluation form.
- There is no conflict of interest or commercial support for this program.
- System Requirements: Any device (such as a computer, tablet, or phone), Dual-Core 2 GHz or higher processor, and at least 4 GB of RAM capable of running a Zoom session, along with a stable internet connection.
- Although early registration is recommended for this class in order to ensure the best experience, attendees may register and join until the start of the program