Accreditation
Course Director:Prof. Mohammad Jafferany, MD
Organized by APMNA (Association for Psychoneurocutaneous Medicine of North America)
Accreditation
Introduction: Explore the connection between psychiatric disorders and dermatological symptoms. Psychiatric Disorders: Learn about key disorders such as anxiety and depression with skin manifestations. Diagnosis and Treatment: Review diagnostic criteria and treatment options for these conditions. Impact on Mental Health: Discuss how skin conditions can affect mental well-being. Collaborative Care: Develop approaches for integrated care between dermatology and psychiatry.
Learning Objectives Recognize Psychiatric-Dermatological Interactions: Identify how psychiatric disorders can present with skin symptoms and vice versa. Diagnose Common Conditions: Diagnose psychiatric disorders with dermatological manifestations, like anxiety and depression. Apply Diagnostic and Treatment Strategies: Understand the criteria and treatments for psychiatric conditions affecting the skin. Evaluate the Impact of Skin Conditions on Mental Health: Assess how chronic skin conditions influence mental health. Develop Collaborative Care Plans: Create strategies for effective teamwork between dermatologists and psychiatrists.a. States no conflicts of interest