SBCPA CE Event: An Introduction to Tic Disorders with Dr. James Claiborn

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SBCPA Presents:   An Introduction to Tic Disorders

Presenter:   James Claiborn, Ph.D. ABPP

Dr. Claiborn is a psychologist in private practice focusing on treatment of Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder and related disorders including tic disorders. He earned his PhD in Counseling Psychology from Texas Tech University.  Dr. Claiborn is a Diplomate of the American Board of Professional Psychology in Counseling Psychology and a Founding Fellow of the Academy of Cognitive and Behavioral Therapies.

Course Outline

• 12:00- 12:10    Introduction
• 12:10-12:30     Description of tics and tic disorders, epidemiology 
• 12:30-12:35     Premonitory urges 
• 12:35-12:55     Treatments available Medication, Behavioral Treatments
• 12:55-1:05       Pros and Cons of treatments
• 1:05-1:10          Pseudo tic, differentiation from tics
• 1:10-1:15          Resources
• 1:15-1:30          Q&A

Topic:

Tic disorders are common in children and adolescents. DSM-5-TR lists 5 disorders with the best known but least common being Tourette’s Disorder. Tics are sudden, rapid, recurrent, nonrhythmic movements or vocalizations. Tic disorders are commonly comorbid with OCD, ADHD, and Autism Spectrum Disorders. Tic disorders may lead to significant distress and pain. Tic disorders may interfere with function in social, academic, or vocational settings. Traditional treatments involved medications. More recently effective behavioral treatments have been developed. This workshop will present information on the epidemiology, diagnosis, and treatment of tic disorders. Please note that psychologists must coordinate with medical professionals when medication treatment is considered.

Learning Objectives:

1. List three common tic disorders.

2. Identify three features that differentiate between tics and pseudo tics

3. Identify two common treatment approaches for treating tic disorders.

4. Describe two central elements in CBIT treatment of tic disorders.

5. Identify a source of further information and training in treating tic disorders.

Continuing Education:

CPA is co-sponsoring with Santa Barbara County Psychological Association (SBCPA). The California Psychological Association is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. CPA maintains responsibility for this program and its contents.

Please Note: This salon will be held via Zoom.