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Friedreich ataxia is a progressive neurodegenerative disorder characterized by symptoms such as progressive gait and limb ataxia, weakness, reflex and deep sensory loss, and skeletal deformations. Although depression is well known to negatively impact quality of life and disease progression, few studies have examined its role in Friedreich ataxia. This study addresses this deficit by assessing the relationship between depressive symptoms and the slowing of information processing speed in addition to other clinical variables.
This course is based on the article,Depressive Symptoms in Friedreich Ataxia created by Antonieta Nieto, PhD in 2017.
Publication Date
Intl Journal of Clinical and Health Psychology, 18(1) 2017
Course Material Author
Antonieta Nieto, PhD
Dr. Nieto is a Professor at Universidad de La Laguna, Spain. He has done extensive research on cognitive neuroscience and related field and has had his work published in multiple peer reviewed journals.
Antonieta Nieto, PhD authored the material only, and was not involved in creating this CE course. They are identified here for your own evaluation of the relevancy of the material this course is based on.
Dr. Henderson completed her PhD in clinical psychology at the Uniformed Services University of Health Sciences in Bethesda MD, and my internship at Wilford Hall Ambulatory Medical Center in San Antonio TX. She is am an integrative therapist who focuses on brief, positive, solutions-focused therapy and is experienced in treating a variety of mental health concerns-- depression, anxiety, stress, grief, trauma, parenting concerns, and more. She is currently practicing in Alaska.
Recommended For
Counselors, marriage and family therapists, psychologists and social workers. It is appropriate for participants’ whose knowledge is intermediate or above.
Course Objectives:
After taking this course, you should be able to:
Discuss the clinical characteristics of Friedreich ataxia.
Discuss the research examining depression in those diagnosed with Friedreich ataxia.
Identify the salient results and limitations of the present study.
Availability
This course is available starting Apr 2nd, 2019 and expires Mar 30th, 2023
Disclosure to Learners
Disclosure of Relevant Financial Relationships
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relationships with ineligible entities (formerly known as commercial interests).
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Planners and Reviewers
The planners of this activity have reported that they have no relevant financial relationships.
Material Authors
Any relevant financial disclosures for course material authors can be found in the article.
Course Creator
Jennifer Henderson – None to report
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