Socioeconomic Disadvantage: Implications for Mood, Behavior, Cognition, and Physical Health
1 Hour | 1 CE
This on-demand professional training program on Socioeconomic Disadvantage: Implications for Mood, Behavior, Cognition, and Physical Health is presented by Jerrod Brown, PhD.
Socioeconomic disadvantage is a significant predictor of a wide range of health problems, including poor emotional, behavioral, cognitive, and physical health outcomes. It is important to identify and understand the factors that contribute to socioeconomic disadvantage and then design effective interventions to address these disparities.
This program reviews the evidence linking socioeconomic disadvantage with a wide range of health outcomes and discusses some of the implications for screening and intervention options.
This program is designed for professionals interested in learning about the causes and consequences associated with socioeconomic disadvantage on human health and wellbeing. Implications for interviewing, screening, and intervention are explored through an integrated behavioral health lens. Empirically based research findings are highlighted throughout this program.
Relevant topics reviewed during this program include:
- poverty and homelessness
- food insecurity
- malnutrition
- family factors
- health disparities
- neighborhood dysfunction
- community violence exposure
Intended Audience
This on-demand professional training program is intended for mental health and other allied professionals
Experience Level
This on-demand professional training program is appropriate for beginner, intermediate, and advanced level clinicians.
CE / CPD Credit
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Learning Objectives
Upon completion of this program you will be able to:
Describe socioeconomic disadvantage and other related topics.
Describe the causes and consequences associated with socioeconomic disadvantages across the lifespan.
Describe interviewing, screening, and intervention options appropriate for clients who experience socioeconomic disadvantage.
Describe up-to-date research findings.
Presented By
Jerrod Brown, PhD
Jerrod Brown, Ph.D., M.A., M.S., M.S., M.S., is a professor, trainer, researcher, and consultant with multiple years of experience teaching collegiate courses. Jerrod is also the founder and CEO of the American Institute for the Advancement of Forensic Studies (AIAFS). Jerrod has also provided consu...
Curriculum
1. Program Introduction
2. Socioeconomic Disadvantages and Special Populations
3. Addressing Socioeconomic Disadvantage: Challenges, Screening, and Interventions in Criminal Justice
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