Specific Phobia

Overview

4.2 out of 5 (5 Reviews)

Credits

1.00

Post Assessment Questions

7

Start Date

1 Jan 2021

Last Review Date

1 Mar 2024

Expiration Date

31 Dec 2023

Estimated Time To Finish

60 Minutes


 
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Activity Description

Specific phobia is a common anxiety disorder. Patients with specific phobias experience anxiety and panic attacks along with unreasonable fear of exposure or anticipated exposure to a phobic stimulus. The anxiety response goes beyond normal apprehension and leads to avoidance behavior. The intensity of the fear is often disproportionate to the actual danger posed by the phobic stimulus. This activity outlines the current DSM-5-TR diagnostic criteria for specific phobia, shedding light on validated assessment tools and evidence-based treatments, notably focusing on the amalgamation of therapeutic methods for enhanced patient outcomes. Emphasizing interprofessional collaboration, this session underscores the necessity of a holistic approach involving psychiatrists, psychologists, and allied healthcare professionals in managing patients with specific phobia. 

Furthermore, the course discussion highlights the historical evolution of understanding phobias, from ancient observations to Freudian conceptualizations as psychological defense mechanisms and the subsequent influence of behaviorism on the perception of phobic behavior as learned responses. Advancements in neuroscience and the role of the amygdala in fear processing contribute to the contemporary understanding of specific phobias. The evolution of therapeutic approaches, encompassing behavior therapy like systematic desensitization and the prominence of cognitive-behavioral therapy, reflects the ongoing development of interventions grounded in psychological and neurobiological understanding. This activity aims to equip healthcare professionals with updated knowledge and comprehensive strategies to diagnose, assess, and treat specific phobia, recognizing its impact on patients' quality of life and social functioning.


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:

  • Differentiate specific phobia from other anxiety disorders based on DSM-5-TR diagnostic criteria and clinical presentation.

  • Implement validated assessment tools effectively during clinical evaluations for a thorough diagnosis of specific phobia. 

  • Select the most appropriate evidence-based treatment modalities for specific phobia, aligned with patient preferences, comorbidities, and treatment goals.

  • Collaborate with the interprofessional team to enhance clinical outcomes for patients with specific phobia. 

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. 

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  • Computer Requirements:  Internet Access
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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.

 

 
 

Reviews

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