Course

Is It the Medication? Recognizing Effects, Side Effects, and Red Flags (MMD)

Ended Jul 30, 2026
2 credits

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Full course description

 

Date Recorded

July 30, 2026

 

Price

$50.00

 

CE/CEUs

2

 

Level

Intermediate

 

Length

2 Hours 

 

Location

Self-Paced

 

Course Description

This training helps mental health clinicians navigate the complexities of psychiatric medications in everyday practice. Through numerous real-world cases, participants will learn to recognize medication effects, distinguish side effects from symptoms, and identify red flags that may require collaboration with prescribing providers. Participants gain practical strategies to support safe and effective patient care.

 

Learning Objectives

  1. Differentiate between common psychiatric medication side effects and presenting mental health symptoms using case-based examples.
  2. Identify key red flags related to psychiatric medications that warrant consultation or collaboration with prescribing providers.
  3. Apply practical strategies to monitor and respond to medication-related concerns in clinical practice.
  4. Analyze real-world clinical scenarios to inform decision-making about medication-related observations and appropriate next steps.

Target Learner

The target learner for this training is mental health clinicians and social workers.

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Available Credit

  • 2
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Meet the Speaker

Nate Sutera PharmD, BCPP


 

About Us

The Grace Abbott Training and Supervision Academy (GATSA) is committed to providing a positive and enriching training experience for all participants, clients, and students. To ensure clarity and mutual understanding, we’ve outlined key information about our policies, procedures, and practices on our website. For more information click here: GATSA Policies, Procedures, and Practices.

 

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