Understanding Alzheimer’s and Dementia: Diagnosis, Treatment, and Care

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Target Audience: Psychologists
Instructional Level: Introductory

CE Course Description

This continuing education course provides psychologists with an in-depth exploration of Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias, focusing on assessment, intervention, cultural considerations, and ethical practice. Emphasizing current research and evidence-based practices, the course offers practical tools for clinicians in diverse settings. Topics include risk factors, diagnostic strategies, behavioral and psychological symptoms of dementia, caregiver support, and ethical decision-making. Psychologists will develop competencies in culturally responsive care and integrative treatment strategies to improve the quality of life for individuals living with dementia and their families. 

Courseware Supervisor: Ryan C. Warner, Ph.D., CRC

Author: Jay Trambadia, Psy.D.

CE Course Objectives

1. Define Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias, and describe their progression and prevalence.
2. Identify key biological, genetic, and lifestyle-related risk factors and early warning signs of dementia.
3. Apply validated screening and culturally responsive assessment tools in clinical practice.
4. Evaluate evidence-based pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatments for dementia.
5. Analyze common behavioral and psychological symptoms of dementia and tailor interventions appropriately.
6. Examine cultural disparities in dementia care and apply communication strategies for diverse populations.
7. Assess the psychological impact of caregiving and apply support interventions for caregivers.
8. List ethical challenges in dementia care, including informed consent and end-of-life decision-making.

1. Section 1: Overview of Alzheimer’s Disease and Other Dementias (6 minutes)
   • Section 1: Introduction
   • Section 1: Conclusion
2. Section 2: Risk Factors, Early Warning Signs, and Assessment (7 minutes)
   • Section 2: Introduction
   • Section 2: Conclusion
3. Section 3: Evidence-Based Treatment and Management (7 minutes)
   • Section 3: Introduction
   • Section 3: Conclusion
4. Section 4: Behavioral and Psychological Symptoms of Dementia (BPSD) (8 minutes)
   • Section 4: Introduction
   • Section 4: Conclusion
5. Section 5: Cultural Considerations in Dementia Care (7 minutes)
   • Section 5: Introduction
   • Section 5: Conclusion
6. Section 6: Caregiver Burden and Family Support (8 minutes)
   • Section 6: Introduction
   • Section 6: Conclusion
7. Section 7: Ethical and Professional Considerations in Dementia Care (7 minutes)
   • Section 7: Introduction
   • Section 7: Conclusion
8. Section 8: Integration and Application in Clinical Practice (5 minutes)
   • Section 8: Conclusion
9. Section 9: Conclusion and Future Directions (3 minutes)
   • Section 9: Conclusion
10. References (2 minutes)

Course Date: 2026-01-15

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