The science of mental health and nutrition has rapidly evolved over the past decade leading to a new set of applicable skills with the potential to transform clinical practice. In this training, clinicians will learn the fundamentals of nutritional psychiatry from one of the leaders and founders of this movement, Dr. Drew Ramsey. Weaving his experience as an active clinician, farmer and mental health advocate, Dr. Ramsey will guide you through the recent research on specific nutrients and their impact on brain health, the clinical studies supporting nutritional interventions in mental health, and specific food assessment and nutritional intervention skills.
By the end of the program participants will be able to:
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Completion of this course earns 6 continuing education credits. Psychologists licensed in states whose licensing board approves continuing education offered by APA-approved sponsors may earn continuing education credits for this course.
Courses sponsored by the Vermont Psychological Association are pre-approved for continuing education for psychologists by the Vermont Board of Psychological Examiners. This course qualifies for 6 continuing education credits.
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Nutrition & Mental Health Research
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Several articles from professional journals reporting research on the effect of nutrition on mental health. |
106 Pages | Available after Purchase |
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Nutrition & Mental Health Handouts for Patients
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Handouts to give to patients to assist with planning the appropriate foods for their mental health. |
11 Pages | Available after Purchase |
Drew Ramsey, MD, is a psychiatrist and innovator in mental health. He combines clinical excellence, nutritional interventions and creative media. He is an assistant clinical professor of psychiatry at Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons and in active clinical practice in New York City.
His work and writing have been featured by The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, Lancet Psychiatry, along with segments with The Today Show, BBC, and NPR. His books Eat Complete, 50 Shades of Kale, and The Happiness Diet explore the connections between mental health and nutrition. He is on the Advisory Board at Men’s Health, the Editorial Board at Medscape Psychiatry, and the Scientific Advisory Board of Bring Change To Mind.
He splits his time between New York City and Crawford County, Indiana, where he lives with his wife and children on their organic farm and forest.
Describe nutritional psychiatry/psychology.
Discuss how food has changed over time and the effects of new dietary patterns on the brain and cite relevant studies.
Describe key evidence-based nutrients relevant in the treatment of mental health conditions.
Describe relevant food categories to be used when working with patients.
