Caffeine as a Modulator of Mood, Emotion, and Cognition (2 Hours)
- 1 Section
- 4 Lessons
- 2 Quizzes
- 2h Duration
Caffeine as a Modulator of Mood, Emotion, and Cognition
- Course Overview and Introduction
- Module 1: Caffeine Pharmacology, Sources, and Effects on Mood, Anxiety, Sleep, and Cognition
- Module 2: Caffeine-Related Disorders in Clinical Practice: Diagnosis, Brief Intervention, Tapering, and Special Populations
- References
- Post Test: Caffeine as a Modulator of Mood, Emotion, and Cognition
- Program Evaluation
Caffeine is the most widely used psychoactive substance in the world, yet it is often overlooked in mental health assessment. This course reviews how caffeine works in the brain and body, where clients get it, what current FDA, ACOG, and American Academy of Pediatrics guidance says about intake, and what research shows about its effects on mood, anxiety, panic, sleep, and cognitive performance, including the role of withdrawal in many of caffeine's apparent benefits.
The second module turns to clinical practice. Participants learn the DSM-5-TR caffeine-related diagnoses, the proposed criteria for caffeine use disorder, and practical tools for screening, brief motivational intervention, and gradual tapering. Special considerations for adolescents and for clients with anxiety disorders, bipolar disorder, psychotic disorders treated with clozapine, eating disorders, and pregnancy are addressed, along with documentation and appropriate coordination with medical providers. Florida case studies illustrate each skill.
This course is designed around the continuing education requirements of the Florida Board of Clinical Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy, and Mental Health Counseling but not approved or endorsed by the Board.
Save with a bundle. This course is also part of my Wisconsin 30-Hour Full Renewal Bundle. See my state CE requirement guides to check how these hours fit your board.
Dr. Paulson Professional Counseling LLC has been approved by NBCC as an Approved Continuing Education Provider, ACEP No. 7987. Programs that do not qualify for NBCC credit are clearly identified. Dr. Paulson Professional Counseling LLC is solely responsible for all aspects of the programs.
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