PRAC – 6665 Week 4: Mood Disorders Across the Lifespan Mood disorders, also known as affective disorders, are a group of mental health conditions characterized by persistent feelings of sadness, hopelessness, and/or loss of interest in activities. These disorders can occur across the lifespan, affecting individuals of all ages, from children to older adults. Major […]

PRAC-6640-35 Practicum Week 1 This week, you begin preparing for your practicum experience by verifying your practicum preceptor and site information and beginning your first Practicum Journal. Learning Resources Required Media – Library Resource Sommers-Flanagan, J., & Sommers-Flanagan, R. (2012). Clinical interview: Intake, assessment, & therapeutic alliance [Video file]. Mill Valley, CA: Psychotherapy.net. Required Readings […]

PRAC-6640-35 Practicum Week 2 This week, as you continue your Practicum, you will develop diagnoses for clients receiving psychotherapy and explore legal and ethical implications of counseling clients with psychiatric disorders. Learning Resources Optional Resources Wheeler, K. (Ed.). (2014). Psychotherapy for the advanced practice psychiatric nurse: A how-to guide for evidence-based practice (2nd ed.). New […]

PRAC-6640-35 Practicum Week 4 This week, you continue your practicum and submit your Practicum Journal. Learning Resources for PRAC-6640-35 Practicum Week 4 Optional Resources Wheeler, K. (Ed.). (2014). Psychotherapy for the advanced practice psychiatric nurse: A how-to guide for evidence-based practice (2nd ed.). New York, NY: Springer Publishing Company. American Psychiatric Association. (2013). Diagnostic and […]

PRAC-6640-35 Practicum Week 3 This week, you assess clients presenting for psychotherapy. Learning Resources Required Readings Wheeler, K. (Ed.). (2014). Psychotherapy for the advanced practice psychiatric nurse: A how-to guide for evidence-based practice (2nd ed.). New York, NY: Springer Publishing Company. Required Media Laureate Education (Producer). (2013b). Hernandez family genogram [Video file]. Baltimore, MD: Author. […]