Suicidality presents unique considerations when the clients involved are neurodivergent. This presentation will define neurodivergence, identify its various types, and share case examples that demonstrate the unique vulnerabilities of this … Continued
Depression is diagnosed twice as often in females as males, as standard tools like the PHQ-9 often miss atypical externalizing symptoms in boys and young men. Moreover, men remain depressed … Continued
People with obsessive-compulsive disorder experience elevated rates of depression and suicidal ideation, yet suicide risk can be difficult to assess when intrusive suicidal obsessions are also present. This presentation will … Continued
Artificial intelligence is rapidly changing how behavioral health professionals document care, communicate with clients, access information, and make clinical decisions. While these tools may improve efficiency and expand access, they … Continued
This presentation examines why some individuals who use alcohol or other substances develop severe substance use disorders, emphasizing attachment insecurity as one potential pathway within a broader biopsychosocial framework. It … Continued
