Non-traditional Approaches: Anxiety, Insomnia, & Depression

Hour 1

1.    Integrative Remedies for Anxiety and Insomnia
2.    Overview of substance effectiveness
3.    Effects of caffeine
4.    Vitamin supplements
5.    Nicotine and anxiety
6.    Niacinamide

Hour 2

1.    Herbal Treatments and Supplements
2.    Advisory related to kava-kava supplements
3.    St. John’s Wort and depression
4.    Valerian and anxiety
5.    Chamomile, passion flower, hops, and other herbs
6.    Other Integrative Therapies
7.    Acupuncture
8.    Cognitive-Behavior Therapy

Hour 3

1.    Herbal and Alternative Remedies for Depression
2.    Remedies listed according to effectiveness
3.    Dietary approaches
4.    B vitamins and folic acid
5.    Impaired glucose tolerance and depression
6.    Omega-3 fatty acids
7.    Acetyl-L-carnitine and melatonin

Learning Objectives

1. Identify and describe cognitive behavioral therapy techniques used in treatment of insomnia, depression, and anxiety.
2. Discuss how existing communication technology expands psychotherapeutic treatment options.
3. List reasons why many people with anxiety disorders never seek medical help.
4. Discuss how non-traditional approaches can improve patient care and outcomes.