Self-Study | Neuropsychotropic Drug Therapy 2012 - Psychopharmacology in Autism Spectrum Disorders Across the Lifespan

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Psychopharmacology
in Autism Spectrum
Disorders Across
the Lifespan
This lecture explores the pharmacological therapy of Autism Spectrum Disorder. Focus will be on trajectory on treatment goals as well as therapy targets.
 
This course was recorded in June 2012 at a conference provided by Continuing Nursing Education at the Univeristy of Washington School of Nursing. Teaching methods include video, audio and handouts. 
 
Publish Date: July 1, 2012. This course will be available for three years from this date.
 

Target Audience

For nurse practitioners, clinical nurse specialists, nurses, pharmacists and other healthcare professionals in all settings

Objectives for Learning Outcomes

After taking this course, you will be better able to:

  • Describe the impact of severity and trajectory on treatment goals for Autism Spectrum Disorders.
  • Explain the general approach to pharmacological therapy in Autism Spectrum Disorders.
  • Discuss therapy targets of specific medication classes for Autism Spectrum Disorders treatment.

Additional Information

Format: 
Audio and Video
Course summary
Maximum credit available: 
  • 1.20 Contact hours
  • 1.20 Pharmacology hours at the advanced practice level
Available: 
07/01/2012
Expires: 
07/01/2015
Cost:
$30.00
Parent activity set: 
Self-Study | Neuropsychotropic Drug Therapy 2012

Gary Stobbe, MD
Clinical Assistant Professor, Neurology and Psychiatry, UW School of Medicine; Director, Adult Transition Program, Seattle Children’s Autism Center, Seattle

Available Credit

  • 1.20 Contact hours
  • 1.20 Pharmacology hours at the advanced practice level

Price

Cost:
$30.00
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