OasisLMS

Description 

Research has consistently documented that experiencing gender-based violence (GBV) increases a person’s risk for developing a range of mental health conditions. Research has also documented high rates of GBV, [e.g., childhood sexual abuse (CSA), sexual assault (SA), and intimate partner violence (IPV)] among people living with psychiatric disabilities. At the same time, people experiencing GBV, particularly in the context of a disabling psychiatric condition, face unique risks that need to be factored into treatment and services. This webinar will provide an overview of research on the intersection of GBV, mental health, and psychiatric disability; tools for recognizing and responding to GBV-related risks; a review of relevant treatment modalities; and strategies for addressing trauma and GBV in clinical practice. 

Format  

Recorded webinar, non-interactive, self-paced distance learning activity with post-test.  

This presentation was recorded on November 16, 2023.  

Learning Objectives 

Describe the current state of research on the intersections of gender-based violence and mental health, including among people living with complex and/or disabling mental health conditions 

Incorporate conversations about unique GBV-related risks into mental health assessment processes 

Integrate strategies for addressing the needs and concerns of people experiencing GBV into clinical practice 

Target Audience 

Psychiatrist, Physician (Non-Psychiatric), Physician Assistant, Nurse/Nurse Practitioner, Psychologist, Counselor, Social Worker, Peer Specialist/Peer Support 

Instructional Level 

Introductory, Intermediate 

Estimate Time to Complete 

Estimated Duration: 1.0 hour 
Program Start Date: July 30, 2025
Program End Date: July 30, 2028

Ongoing Interdisciplinary Discussion Board 

After completing the course, engage with colleagues in the mental health field through the Webinar Roundtable Topics discussion board. This is an easy way to network and share ideas with other clinicians who participate in this webinar. Access through the discussion tab.  

How to Earn Credit 

After evaluating the activity, participants will be provided with an opportunity evaluate the activity and, claim hours of participation and print an official CME certificate (physicians) or certificate of participation (non-physicians) showing the event date and hours earned. 

Continuing Education Credit 

In support of improving patient care, American Psychiatric Association (APA) is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.  

Physicians   

The APA designates this live event for a maximum of 1.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.   

Nurses/Nurse Practitioners   

The American Psychiatric Association (APA) designates this activity for 1.00 Nursing contact hours. Nurses should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.   

Psychologists   

Continuing Education (CE) credits for psychologists are provided through the co-sponsorship of the American Psychological Association (APA) Office of Continuing Education in Psychology (CEP). The APA CEP Office maintains responsibility for the content of the programs.  

Social Workers    

As a Jointly Accredited Organization, American Psychiatric Association (APA) is approved to offer social work continuing education by the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) Approved Continuing Education (ACE) program. Organizations, not individual courses, are approved under this program. State and provincial regulatory boards have the final authority to determine whether an individual course may be accepted for continuing education credit. APA maintains responsibility for this course. Social workers completing this course receive up to 1.00 clinical continuing education credits. 

***Continuing education requirements vary from state to state. Many state boards grant reciprocity with national accrediting organizations and other state boards. It is the responsibility of each professional to understand the requirements for license renewal or check with the state or national licensing board and/or professional organization to become more familiar with their policies for acceptable continuing education credit. Social workers and Psychologists should contact their regulatory board to determine course approval.  

Faculty and Planner Disclosures 

The American Psychiatric Association adheres to the ACCME’s Standards for Integrity and Independence in Accredited Continuing Medical Education. Any individuals in a position to control the content of a CME activity — including faculty, planners, reviewers or others — are required to disclose all relevant financial relationships with ineligible entities (commercial interests). All relevant conflicts of interest have been mitigated prior to the commencement of the activity. 

Faculty