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PSYCHOPHARMACOLOGY WEBINAR SERIES: Overprescribing in Pediatric Psychopharmacology (1 CE Credit) July 10, 2023 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. PT 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. MT 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. CT 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. ET Via Zoom
Presented By: Dr. George M. Kapalka & Dr. Gerardo Rodriguez-Menendez While prescribing medications to children and adolescents is sometimes necessary and beneficial, prescribers often encounter pediatric patients who have been placed on multiple medications, sometimes in excessive doses. The widespread use of medication as the first choice for a variety of concerns has led to overprescribing. Currently, about one in five youths in the US take psychotropic medications. This trend is particularly evident among specific groups, such as children and teens in the foster care system. Reasons for overutilizing medications are complex but include limited access to care, lack of appropriately trained prescribers, and inappropriate expectations from caretakers as well as treating professionals.
This presentation will explore the dynamics that underlie psychological symptoms in children and adolescents and assumptions which may lead to overprescribing. Whereas this problem is not unique to behavioral health, it is in this area of healthcare that the psychologist - especially the medical/prescribing psychologist – can apply knowledge and skills to provide the best possible care for the patient. Comprehensive mental health that addresses the complex needs of this population will be explored and recommendations will be discussed to improve judicious use of medications when warranted. George M. Kapalka, PhD, MSCP, ABPP
Dr. George M. Kapalka, a Distinguished Professor in the California School of Professional Psychology and the Program Director of its MS in Clinical Psychopharmacology, is a prescribing and clinical psychologist based in Albuquerque, NM. He is board certified in clinical psychology (ABPP) and psychopharmacology (FICPP) and is a Fellow of APA Divisions 53 (pending) and 55 (since 2011). He has been in practice for over 30 years and primarily treats children and adolescents. His research has focused on the psychological, pharmacological and combined treatments of pediatric disorders, collaborating with primary care (particularly pediatricians), and behavior management training for parents and teachers. He is an author of six books (one of which was translated into ten foreign languages) and dozens of journal articles and other publications. Gerardo Rodriguez-Menendez, PhD, ABPP, MSCP
Department Chair, MS Clinical Psychopharmacology Program at The Chicago School of Professional Psychology, Online Campus
Dr. Rodriguez-Menendez is the Department Chair of the MS in Clinical Psychopharmacology Program at The Chicago School of Professional Psychology. Dr. Rodriguez's career spans a broad spectrum of responsibilities in education, administration, research, and consulting. He is a Board Certified Psychologist with the American Board of Professional Psychology, and the President of the American Academy of Clinical Psychology. Dr. Rodriguez also received the 2020 Award Distinguished Research and Scholarship at The Chicago School. He previously held physician privileges with Memorial Regional Hospital and Joe DiMaggio's Children's Hospital in Hollywood Florida, both Level 1 Neurosurgical Trauma Centers, and is a frequent presenter at conferences across the country with publications in both English and Spanish. Psychologists. This program, when attended in its entirety, is available for 1.0 continuing education credits. The Chicago School of Professional Psychology is committed to accessibility and non-discrimination in its continuing education activities. The Chicago School of Professional Psychology is also committed to conducting all activities in conformity with the American Psychological Association’s Ethical Principles for Psychologists. Participants are asked to be aware of the need for privacy and confidentiality throughout the program. If program content becomes stressful, participants are encouraged to process these feelings during discussion periods. If participants have special needs, we will attempt to accommodate them. Please address questions, concerns and any complaints to [email protected]. There is no commercial support for this program nor are there any relationships between the CE Sponsor, presenting organization, presenter, program content, research, grants, or other funding that could reasonably be construed as conflicts of interest. Counselors/Clinical Counselors. This program, when attended in its entirety, is available for 1.0 hours of continuing education. The Chicago School of Professional Psychology is licensed by the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) to provide continuing education programming for counselors and clinical counselors. License Number: 197.000159 Social Workers. This program, when attended in its entirety, is available for 1.0 hours of continuing education. The Chicago School of Professional Psychology is licensed by the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) to provide continuing education programming for social workers. License Number: 159.001036 MFTs, LPCCs, and LCSWs. Course meets the qualifications for 1.0 hour of continuing education credit for MFTs, LPCCs, and/or LCSWs as required by the California Board of Behavioral Sciences. If you are licensed outside of California please check with your local licensing agency to determine if they will accept these CEUs. The Chicago School of Professional Psychology is approved by the California Board of Behavioral Sciences (BBS) to offer continuing education programming for MFTs, LPCCs, LEPs, and/or LCSWs. The Chicago School of Professional Psychology is an accredited or approved postsecondary institution that meets the requirements set forth in Sections 4980.54(f)(1), 4989.34, 4996.22(d)(1), or 4999.76(d) of the Code. Please email [email protected] to obtain additional continuing education information. |
