Understanding Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD): A Brief Overview

November 12, 2024

2 - 2:30 p.m. ET

ACCME & NAB CREDITS WILL BE OFFERED.

This training is designed to give a brief overview of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), its symptoms, and how this can manifest in nursing facility residents. We will review ways for supporting and treating PTSD.

Learning Objectives:

  1. What is post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)?
  2. What are symptoms of PTSD?
  3. What are ways to support individuals with PTSD?

Speaker:

Bryan Stephens

the center of excellence for behavioral health in nursing facilities (COE-NF)

Established by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), in partnership with the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), the COE-NF offers Certified Medicare and Medicaid Nursing Facility Staff a centralized resource hub with easy access to trainings, technical assistance and additional resources, at no cost.

What We Do

We help nursing facilities to improve the quality of life and care provided for residents who are experiencing a variety of behavioral health disorders, with a focus on Serious Mental Illness (SMI), Substance Use Disorder (SUD) and Co-Occurring Disorders (COD).

Who We Help

We provide direct technical assistance, evidence-based training, and resources that are appropriate for every member of your long-term care facility — from those providing day-to-day direct care, to clinical and administrative staff.