Psych Sem - Borderline Personality Disorder

Homestudy Course - Book

Borderline Personality Disorder

Course Description

The course reviews the prevalence rate for BPD and the likelihood of recovery from BPD. Diagnostic criteria and issues are presented, as well as information on how to differentiate BPD from other psychiatric disorders. General and specific treatment strategies are examined, along with a review of treatment approaches ranging from psychoanalytic to cognitive to dialectical behavior therapy. Genetic, biological and neurological influences are reviewed, and pharmacological treatments are presented and compared.

OBJECTIVES: Upon completion of this course, the participant will be able to identify: (1) typical characteristics and subgroups of BPD; (2) prevalence and prognosis of BPD; (3) appropriate assessment techniques to diagnose BPD; (4) how BPD differs from other psychiatric disorders; (5) how to recognize and respond to the suicide potential for those with BPD; (6) rationale and treatment strategies for seven major treatment approaches; (7) common components of the various individual psychotherapies; (8) most efficacious psychological treatment(s); (9) medications that are used to treat BPD; and (10) effectiveness of behavior therapy vs. medication for treatment.

Price: $65.00 + Shipping: $4.00 first course, $3.00 each additional + Tax (CA Residents Only): $ 5.36

4.0 Credits

Written By:

Melanie A. Dean Ph.D.

Earning CE Credits at Home is as Easy as 1-2-3

1. Read the book
2. Complete the test and course evaluation form
3. Mail or Fax in the answer sheet and course evaluation form

Scoring

Score 75% or above on the test and you will receive a certificate indicating you earned CE credit. The date the test is returned is the completion date for the course. Orders are shipped within 2 business days of receipt.

Test Policy: Should you fail to obtain a score of 75%, you can take the test again at no additional charge. After that time, there will be a $20 fee for each re-test.

Refund Policy

A full refund will be given if the course materials are returned within 10 days of purchase, provided that the course materials are in "new" condition.