Join us in person for our special Czarina Santos-Borja MD Memorial Lecture at our newly renovated Conference Center on Sheppard Pratt’s Towson campus!
Those unable to attend in person are welcome to watch the live stream online.
Presented by: Rajesh Tampi, MD, MS, DFAPA, DFAAGP, Professor (Tenured) and Chairman, Department of Psychiatry, Inaugural Bhatia Family Endowed Chair in Psychiatry, Creighton University School of Medicine.
Please click here to reserve your seat and your lunch. Space is limited!
Overview:
Behavioral and Psychological Symptoms of Dementia (BPSD) encompass a set of non-cognitive symptoms and behaviors commonly observed in dementia patients. These manifestations arise from a complex interplay of biological, psychological, and social factors inherent in the disease process. BPSD is linked to heightened caregiver burden, institutionalization, a faster decline in cognition and function, and an overall lower quality of life. Furthermore, it contributes to the direct and indirect costs associated with dementia care. Both non-pharmacological and pharmacological treatments have shown some efficacy in managing BPSD. However, there is growing controversy surrounding the use of psychotropic medications, many of which have serious adverse effects. We will discuss BPSD, along with potential treatments and the considerations necessary when using them.
Learning Objectives:
At the conclusion of this lecture, attendees will be able to:
- Describe the epidemiology of BPSD.
- Discuss the management of individuals with BPSD.
- Define the controversies in the treatment of individuals with BPSD.
Approval Statements:
Physician Statement: Sheppard Pratt is accredited by The Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians. Sheppard Pratt takes responsibility for the content, quality, and scientific integrity of this CME activity. Sheppard Pratt designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
Nurse Statement: Sheppard Pratt is approved as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the Maryland Nurses Association, an accredited approver by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation. Sheppard Pratt takes responsibility for the content, quality, and scientific integrity of this CME activity. This activity provides 1.0 contact hours for nurses.
Psychologist Statement: Sheppard Pratt is authorized by the State Board of Examiners of Psychologists as a sponsor of continuing education. Sheppard Pratt takes responsibility for the content, quality, and scientific integrity of this CE activity. Sheppard Pratt designates this educational activity for a maximum of 1.0 contact hours for Psychologists.
Social Worker Statement: Sheppard Pratt is authorized by the Board of Social Work Examiners of Maryland to offer continuing education for Social Workers. Sheppard Pratt takes responsibility for the content, quality, and scientific integrity of this CE activity. This activity is approved for 1.0 contact hours in Category I credits for Social Workers.
Counselor Statement: Sheppard Pratt has been approved by NBCC as an Approved Continuing Education Provider, ACEP No. 5098. Programs that do not qualify for NBCC credit are clearly identified. Sheppard Pratt is solely responsible for all aspects of the program. This activity is available for 1.0 NBCC clock hours.
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