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ForwardPulse: Catatonia in Autism Spectrum Disorder: Translating Evidence into Practice
The recognition of catatonia in autism spectrum disorder and neurodevelopmental disorders is challenging. Despite catatonia impacting approximately 12-20% of individuals with ASD, it is frequently underrecognized due to overlapping clinical features, such as mutism, posturing, and psychomotor slowing. This presentation will detail clinical pearls and nuances in both the recognition and management of catatonia this unique patient population.
Target Audience
Pharmacist
Learning Objectives
• Describe clinical features of catatonia in patients with autism and neurodevelopmental disorders
• Identify non-pharmacologic and pharmacologic treatment strategies used in the management of catatonia
• Recognize medication considerations that differ in treating catatonia in the ASD population
Additional Information
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 Disclosure + Objective Slides_Friesen.pptx | 2.74 MB |
 How to access credits - Code access.doc | 99.5 KB |
Course summary
- 1.00 ACPE PharmacyThe UPMC Center for Continuing Education in the Health Sciences is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE) as a Provider of continuing pharmacy education.
The recognition of catatonia in autism spectrum disorder and neurodevelopmental disorders is challenging. Despite catatonia impacting approximately 12-20% of individuals with ASD, it is frequently underrecognized due to overlapping clinical features, such as mutism, posturing, and psychomotor slowing. This presentation will detail clinical pearls and nuances in both the recognition and management of catatonia this unique patient population.
Juliana Freisen, PharmD
In support of improving patient care, the University of Pittsburgh is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.
Pharmacy (CPE)
This knowledge-based activity provides 1.0 contact hours of continuing pharmacy education credit.
Available Credit
- 1.00 ACPE PharmacyThe UPMC Center for Continuing Education in the Health Sciences is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE) as a Provider of continuing pharmacy education.