Overview / Abstract: |
This course discusses how good nutrition impacts a person's mental health and well being. It provides the latest information on hypothyroidism, neurotransmitters, amino acids, the GI index, vitamins and herbs. Case studies are provided. |
Expiration |
Oct 31, 2023 |
Discipline(s) |
Counselor CE, Dietetics / Dietitian CE, Occupational Therapy CE, Psychology CE, Social Work CE |
Format |
Online |
Cost |
39 |
Credits / Hours |
3 |
Accreditation |
Professional Development Resources is approved by the American Psychological Association (APA) to sponsor continuing education for psychologists; by the National Board of Certified Counselors (NBCC) to offer home study continuing education for NCCs (#5590); the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB #1046, ACE Program); the California Board of Behavioral Sciences (#PCE1625); the Florida Boards of Clinical Social Work, Marriage & Family Therapy, and Mental Health Counseling (#BAP346) and Psychology & School Psychology (#50-1635); the Illinois DPR for Social Work (#159-00531); the South Carolina Board of Professional Counselors & MFTs (#193); and the Texas Board of Examiners of Marriage & Family Therapists (#114) and State Board of Social Worker Examiners (#5678). |
Presenters / Authors / Faculty |
Joyce Donahue, MA, RD, LD/N, has been a Dietitian since 1974, graduating from the University of Massachusetts with a B.S. degree and later receiving her M.A. degree from New York University. For the past 24 years Joyce has had a successful private practice and nutritional consulting business. Clients have included nursing homes, hospitals, physicians and their patients, health clubs, business and industry, as well as individual clients. She has also taught undergraduate and graduate courses at Florida International University in Miami. |
Activity Specialities / Related Topics |
Psychiatry / Mental Health, Nutrition / Dietary, Counseling, Behavioral Medicine |
Keywords / Search Terms |
Professional Development Resources Nutrition in Mental Health & Substance Abuse |