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Digital Seminar

ANXIETY DISORDERS: RECOGNISING, UNDERSTANDING AND RESPONDING - Exploring key characteristics to support informed and effective interactions.


Faculty:
Renata Porzig-Drummond, PhD, BSc Psychology (Hon), Grad Dip Psychology, BA, Cert Holistic Couns
Duration:
5 Hours 41 Minutes
Format:
Audio and Video
Copyright:
Nov 12, 2020
Product Code:
AUD022050
Media Type:
Digital Seminar
Access:
Never expires.


Description

When does a normal stress response turn into anxiety? What is the difference between a panic attack and panic disorder? Would you recognise the symptoms of an anxiety disorder and know how to communicate effectively with a person who is experiencing an anxiety disorder? Almost 15% of Australians suffer from an anxiety disorder. Many people with an anxiety disorder function seemingly well, despite their symptoms, but suffer in silence. Over time, anxiety symptoms can be overwhelming and draining, and lead to unhelpful communication that, in turn, might worsen the situation.

This seminar will provide an understanding of anxiety disorders, including: an overview and the causes of anxiety disorders; generalised anxiety disorder; social anxiety disorder; agoraphobia; specific phobias, such as fear of heights, fear of flying, or fear of public speaking; and differentiation between a panic attack and panic disorder. 

For all anxiety disorders, four areas will be explored: (1) clusters of symptoms, (2) the lived experience, (3) treatment options, and (4) helpful and unhelpful communication. Case studies and audio-visual material will be used to illustrate the lived experience. The presentation style will be interactive, encouraging participant questions and contributions.

 

Feedback form Renata’s recent presentations to health professionals:

“Renata’s enthusiasm, attention to detail, going over and beyond expectations made it an absolute pleasure.”

“The enthusiasm, knowledge on this subject and in general, and engaging teaching ability to teach made this an enjoyable and valuable training. Thank you!”

“Renata’s enthusiasm makes such a difference to the training. She is a very knowledgeable and positive trainer.”

“Renata was very encouraging of us to ask questions and engaging with her in a way that knowledge was fantastic and contributed to everyone’s learning. She was approachable and fair. Just great!”

“Renata’s knowledge and experience is impressive! She was well prepared, approachable and helpful throughout.”

“A very interesting topic – Renata was so helpful in terms of information and responding to questions.

Renata answered questions and managed the room skilfully. She created a wonderful learning environment and I learned so much to take into my practice.”

CPD


CPD

PESI Australia, in collaboration with PESI in the USA, offers quality online continuing professional development events from the leaders in the field at a standard recognized by professional associations including psychology, social work, occupational therapy, alcohol and drug professionals, counselling and psychotherapy. On completion of the training, a Professional Development Certificate is issued after the individual has answered and submitted a quiz and course evaluation. This program is worth 6 hours CPD for points calculation by your association.



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Renata Porzig-Drummond, PhD, BSc Psychology (Hon), Grad Dip Psychology, BA, Cert Holistic Couns's Profile

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Renata Porzig-Drummond, PhD, is a highly experienced professional development facilitator, specialising in applied psychology for over 15 years. Renata is passionate about behaviour change and her interests include emotional intelligence, positive psychology, and workplace communication.

 

Speaker Disclosures:
Financial: Renata Porzig-Drummond has employment relationships with the Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology, the University of Adelaide, and the Australian College of Applied Professions. She receives a speaking honorarium from PESI, Inc. She has no relevant financial relationships with ineligible organizations.
Non-financial: Renata Porzig-Drummond is a member of the Australian Psychological Society, the International Coaching Federation, and the Anxiety Practitioners Network.


Objectives

Learning objectives of this training:

  1. Have an understanding of anxiety disorders.
  2. Recognise key characteristics of anxiety disorders, including panic disorder, generalised anxiety disorder, social anxiety disorder, agoraphobia, and specific phobias.
  3. Understand the lived experience.
  4. Learn to distinguish between helpful and unhelpful communication when interacting with people affected by anxiety disorders.

“This seminar will focus on (1) a deeper understanding of anxiety disorders, (2) skills in recognising symptoms clusters related to anxiety disorders, and (3) helpful and unhelpful communication when interacting with people affected by anxiety disorders.”    Renata Porzig-Drummond

 

How will you benefit from attending this training?

  • Learn to identify patterns of symptoms relating to: panic attacks, panic disorder, generalised anxiety disorder, social anxiety disorder, agoraphobia, and specific phobias.
  • Understand the lived experience of people with these anxiety disorders.
  • Learn to distinguish between communication that is helpful and unhelpful when interacting with people with these anxiety disorders.

Outline

Session 1 :

  • Overview of anxiety disorders
  • Causes of anxiety disorders
  • Panic attacks
  • Symptom clusters, lived experience, treatment options, and helpful communication related to:
    • Panic disorder
    • Generalised anxiety disorder

Session 2 :

  • Symptom clusters, lived experience, treatment options, and helpful communication related to:
    • Social anxiety disorder
    • Agoraphobia
    • Specific phobias

​Evaluation and quiz - your payment includes a quiz which when completed with a minimum of 80% correct answers, will enable you to download your Attendance Certificate.

To complete the quiz, please log into your account at pdp-catalogue.com.au and click the orange "Certificate" button under the program's title.

Target Audience

This training workshop is suitable for anyone without or minimal prior training or experience in mental health who may encounter people with mental health issues in their professional lives. These may include: coaches; HR professionals; some counsellors, psychotherapists and social workers (depending on their training); teachers, volunteers; community workers; and allied health professionals.

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