Posttraumatic Stress Disorder in Children

Overview

4.4 out of 5 (14 Reviews)

Credits

1.00

Post Assessment Questions

5

Start Date

1 Jan 2021

Last Review Date

20 Apr 2024

Expiration Date

31 Dec 2023

Estimated Time To Finish

60 Minutes


 
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Activity Description

Posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a common psychiatric disorder that can result after an individual experiences a traumatic event. PTSD has a broad clinical presentation but is characterized by symptoms impairing cognition, mood, somatic experience, and behavior. PTSD in the pediatric population has special considerations compared to the adult population. PTSD in children may present clinically differently compared to the adult presentation; therefore, the evaluation is different. Further, there are specific criteria for evaluating children 6 years of age and younger, distinct from those older than 6. Medication approaches to PTSD are not as efficacious in pediatric PTSD; psychotherapy is encouraged as the first-line treatment in the setting of pediatric PTSD. PTSD can cause chronic impairments, lead to comorbid psychiatric illness, and lead to an increased risk of suicide. 

This course aims to provide healthcare professionals with a comprehensive understanding of PTSD in children, equipping them with the necessary knowledge and skills to effectively identify, assess, and manage this complex mental health condition. Participants will learn the epidemiology, etiology, and risk factors associated with pediatric PTSD. The clinical manifestations and diagnostic criteria, including the unique developmental considerations in assessing PTSD in children, will be discussed. This activity will cover evidence-based approaches to the assessment and differential diagnosis of pediatric PTSD, highlighting the importance of an interprofessional team approach. 


Target Audience

This activity has been designed to meet the educational needs of physicians.

Learning Objectives

At the conclusion of this activity, the learner will be better able to:

  • Identify the DSM-5-TR diagnostic criteria and relevant symptoms distinguishing posttraumatic stress disorder in children 6 years of age and younger from children older than 6 years of age to gain a better understanding of posttraumatic stress disorder in children.

  • Evaluate the relationship between traumatic events and their impact on the etiology and development of posttraumatic stress disorder in children.

  • Assess the presentation of posttraumatic stress disorder in children 6 years of age and younger, distinct from children older than 6 years of age, and their common mental status examination findings.

  • Collaborate efficiently with an interprofessional team to evaluate and effectively provide timely and appropriate interventions to manage PTSD in children who have experienced traumatic events, improving their outcomes and quality of life.

Disclosures

The Campbell University Jerry M. Wallace School of Osteopathic Medicine (CUSOM) requires instructors, planners, managers, and other individuals who are in a position to control the content of this activity to disclose any real or apparent conflict of interest they or their immediate family may have as related to the content of this activity. All identified conflicts of interest are thoroughly vetted by CUSOM for resolution, to ensure fair balance, scientific objectivity of studies mentioned in the materials or used as the basis for content, and appropriateness of patient care recommendations.

CUSOM will identify, review, and resolve all conflicts of interest that faculty, authors, activity directors, planners, managers, peer reviewers, or relevant staff disclose prior to an educational activity being delivered to learners. Disclosure of a relationship is not intended to suggest or condone bias in any presentation but is made to provide participants with information that might be of potential importance to their evaluation of a presentation. Disclosure information for authors, editors, planners, peer reviewers, and/or relevant staff is provided with this activity.

Continuing Education Accreditation Information

 

 

The Campbell University Jerry M. Wallace School of Osteopathic Medicine (CUSOM) is accredited by the American Osteopathic Association to provide osteopathic continuing medical education for physicians. CUSOM designates this enduring material for a maximum of 1.00 AOA Category 1 B Credits and will report CME credits commensurate with the extent of the physician's participation in the activity.

Cancellation Policy: Cancellations must be received in writing and a money back guarantee is provided if not completely satisfied.

  • StatPearls and CUSOM reserve the right to cancel any course due to unforeseen circumstances. StatPearls and CUSOM will not be responsible for other expenses incurred by the participant in the unlikely event that the program is canceled.

Equal Opportunity

  • StatPearls and CUSOM are Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action / Equal Access Institutions. 

Medium or Media Used:

  • Computer Requirements:  Internet Access
  • E-mail Address

Instructions for Credit

  1. Register for the activity and create a StatPearls login.     
  2. Review the required accreditation information:  Target audience, learning objectives and disclosure information.
  3. Complete the entire self-study activity.
  4. Complete the post-test assessments.
  5. Successfully pass the post-test with a minimum score of 100%.
  6. Complete the evaluation form.
  7. Obtain a certificate.

StatPearls and CUSOM adheres to AOA Standards regarding commercial support of continuing medical education. It is the policy of StatPearls and Campbell that the faculty and planning committee disclose real or apparent conflicts of interest relating to the topics of this educational activity, that relevant conflict(s) of interest are resolved and also that authors and editors will disclose any unlabeled/unapproved use of drug(s) or device(s) during their presentation. Detailed disclosure will be made prior to starting the activity.

The information provided at this CME/CE activity is for continuing education purposes only and is not meant to substitute for the independent medical/clinical judgment of a healthcare provider relative to diagnostic and treatment options of a specific patient’s medical condition.

This course is intended for osteopathic physicians who wish to earn AOA CME credit. Take this version of the course to ensure you receive appropriate credit.

 

 
 

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