LIVE, Interactive Webinar Training – Reframing Agitation and Aggression as Responsive Behaviors

1.5 continuing education (general course) credits available

Individuals with Alzheimer’s and other types of neurodegenerative diseases can experience occasional to frequent instances of agitation or aggression. Many may assume the person can control such behaviors, yet this is not the case. Neurodegenerative diseases affect the ability to comprehend situations and effectively communicate. By reframing agitation and aggression as responsive behaviors, the person supporting the individual can help to identify what may be triggering the person; possibly their own approach or the environment, and the most effective ways to reduce distress through care, safety, and support. This course will utilize case vignettes and group discussions to explore common expressions of agitation and aggression, and what the person may be trying to communicate. Attendees will also learn about developing de-escalation strategies unique to the individual, and what should be included when developing a safety plan. Attendees may ask and answer questions throughout the presentation and participate in instructor-led discussions, case vignette discussions, and a Q&A session at the end.

From this workshop you will be able to:

1. Describe dementia’s effects on communication abilities and behaviors.
2. Explain responsive behaviors as expressions of an unmet need.
3. Categorize distressing behaviors into physical, social, and psychological needs.
4. List effective strategies when responding to an individual who is demonstrating agitation and aggression.

1.5 CE credits available for social workers licensed in an ASWB accredited state, as well as New York State licensed social workers. (Please note: New Jersey is not currently covered under our ASWB accreditation, please check back soon).

The Alzheimer’s Foundation of America #1898, is approved as an ACE provider to offer social work continuing education by the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) Approved Continuing Education (ACE) program. Regulatory boards are the final authority on courses accepted for continuing education credit. ACE provider approval period: 7/25/2024 – 7/25/2027. Social workers completing this course receive 1.5 continuing education credits.

Alzheimer’s Foundation of America, Inc. is recognized by the New York State Education Department’s State Board for Social Work as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed social workers #SW-0222. 

For all disability accommodation needs, please contact education@alzfdn.org.