Dr. Kenneth Carter is Charles Howard Candler Professor of Psychology at Oxford College of Emory University and the founding director of the Emory University Center for Public Scholarship and Engagement. He served as the interim dean of Oxford College from 2022-2023. A graduate of Oxford College and Emory University, Carter received an MA and PhD in psychology from the University of Michigan. After completion of his doctoral work, he also earned an MS in psychopharmacology from Fairleigh Dickinson University and gained board certification as a clinical psychologist. He is the author of several textbooks including Psychopathology: Understanding Psychological Disorders (Cambridge University Press) and the forthcoming Living Psychology (SAGE Publications). He has published in both academic and lay publications, translating psychology research into engaging everyday language. His articles have been published in magazines such as Psychology Today and Women’s Health, and he has appeared on news programs such as CNN Tonight, NPR’s: ShortWave, All Things Considered, and NBC’s Today show. The psychology of thrill-seeking is the current focus of Dr. Carter’s research. He has delivered TEDx talk on thrill-seekers and is the host of Mind of a Motorhead an NBC Sports web series that examines the personalities of motorsport athletes. His most recent book is Buzz!: Inside the Minds of Thrill-Seekers, Daredevils, and Adrenaline Junkies (Cambridge University Press). When not teaching, speaking, or writing, Dr. Carter prefers reading and relaxing on the beach rather than wingsuit flying or BASE jumping.
Understanding Psychiatric Medications: What Every Therapist Should Know
Dr. Kenneth Carter, Psychologist
About the expert
Learning objectives
- Explain the appropriate role of mental health professionals in the treatment of clients receiving both psychotherapy and psychotropic medications.
- Describe the neurotransmitter systems and neuroanatomy underlying common mental disorders and the mechanisms of action of major classes of psychiatric medications covered during the training.
- Identify the major classes of psychotropic medications used to treat depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, ADHD, psychosis, and insomnia, including their primary indications and common adverse effects.
Learning material
A theoretical course illustrated with clinical examples. This course consists of videos of 5 to 15 minutes each. The course PowerPoint is available for download.
Syllabus
- PowerPoint
- 1. Introduction
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Introduction and Professional Foundations
- 2. The Therapist's Role in Medication Conversations
- 3. Why Therapists Need Psychopharmacology Knowledge
- 4. Helping Clients with Expectations and Side Effects
- 5. Monitoring and Advocacy
- 6. Practice Guidelines and Informed Consent Process
- 7. Particular Issues That Necessitate Consultation with a Prescriber
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Neuroscience Foundations
- 8. Basic Neurobiology for Clinicians
- 9. Pharmacology Concepts Relevant to Practice
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Antidepressant Medications
- 10. Focus Concepts
- 11. Neurobiology of Depression
- 12. Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors (SSRIs)
- 13. Differences Among SSRIs
- 14. Newer Serotonergic Agents
- 15. Serotonin Norepinephrine Reuptake Inhibitors (SNRIs)
- 16. Other Antidepressants
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Medications Across Conditions
- 17. Anxiety Disorders, Symptom Dimensions, and SSRIs
- 18. Benzodiazepines and Other Anxiety Medications
- 19. Bipolar Disorder
- 20. ADHD Medications
- 21. Drug Delivery Systems
- 22. Psychosis
- 23. Insomnia
- 24. Conclusion
- Bibliography
CE Credits
Download a certificate of successful completion.
Audience
This course is intended for all mental health professionals.
Registration
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