Dementia (Lecture-Style Seminar) (Self-Study)
Self-Study
Learn to distinguish between truth and myth when it comes to dementia, so you position yourself to be the best clinician and advocate for your older adult clients.
Hosted by SWEET Institute
Join us for this life-changing seminar!
Learn and Earn 1 CE credit!
Sunday, November 6, 2022 - 12-1pm (EDT)
Online via Zoom
80% to 90% of patients with dementia develop at least one distressing symptom over the course of their illness, and behavioral disturbances or psychotic symptoms in dementia often precipitate early nursing home placement. Is dementia a disease or does it rather describe a group of symptoms that affects our clients in several aspects of their lives.
There are so many myths about dementia. How do we tease out the myths from the truth?
Join us and learn what you need to know about dementia to best help and advocate for your clients.
What will you learn from this seminar?
- Learn to tease out the different types of dementia
- Learn the facts about dementia
- Learn about the natural process and prognosis of dementia
- Learn about the different causes of dementia and how you can help your clients decrease their risk
During this 2-hour seminar, we will guide you through an experiential learning process where you will learn what it takes to help your clients, and how to implement that in daily practice.
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Who is this for?
This course is for any clinician invested in learning new or honing existing skills to be able to use in dynamic ways to support their patients and clients and to end suffering.
KEY INFORMATION:
This course is eligible for 1 CEU for Licensed Social Workers, Licensed Mental Health Counselors, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists, and Psychologists in New York State
For more information about CEU approval, please click here.
Format: Live Online Seminar
Date and Time: Sunday, November 6, 2022 - 12-1pm (EDT)
"This is a wonderful presentation. I always leave with a wealth of new skills with which to help my clients stop suffering." - Vilma, LCSW-R
"Clear presentation of ideas, well organized, helpful handout, important information conveyed well." - Lauren, PhD
"The subject matter is presented in such a way that it can be implemented in everyday with first myself, loved ones, then others in the population." - Marie, LCSW
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Your Facilitator and Co-Facilitator
Mardoche Sidor, MD, is a Harvard-trained Quadruple Board Certified Psychiatrist, Assistant Professor of Psychiatry at Columbia University, School of Physicians and Surgeons, trained in and taught all major psychotherapeutic modalities, including and not limited to CBT, DBT, Family Systems, and Psychodynamic Psychotherapy. He is also the author of 11 books including Journey to Empowerment, Discovering Your Worth, The Power of Faith. and, The Art of Living. Dr. Sidor has worked both as a primary care physician and Medical Director in three different settings, including a Chief Medical Officer of the Center for Alternative Sentencing and Employment Services (CASES). He is a main facilitator for the SWEET Institute. His 11th book, entitled, NLP for Clinicians is now available to the public.
Karen Dubin, PhD, LCSW, is a Columbia-trained Social Worker with wide clinical, teaching, and supervision experience. She also has a background in management, mentorship, and leadership that spans more than 20 years. Her added passion is in advocacy and coaching. She has previously held Executive level positions, and two other directorships in different organizations. She is currently Adjunct Faculty at Columbia University School of Social Work and Adelphi University School of Social Work. She also maintains a private practice, provides supervision, and clinical and management training. She is also a personal and executive-level coach. She is a main facilitator for the SWEET Institute.