Anxiety disorders are more prevalent than depression during adolescence, a time marked by significant developmental tasks, hormonal changes, and physical growth often referred to as a unique developmental period. Separation anxiety is the earliest form of anxiety and a core issue to recognise in all psychotherapies.While some degree of anxiety can be protective, it can lead to further symptoms when normal discomfort and bodily sensations are misinterpreted - particularly when preoccupation with morbid thoughts and fears occurs concurrently. Consequently, it is essential to differentiate between various types of anxiety disorders, as each requires a distinct therapeutic approach.

Without intervention, anxiety symptoms can amplify, intensify, and persist. Untreated, Somatic Symptom Disorder (previously known as Somatization Disorder) may develop as a key manifestation of prolonged anxiety. In this webinar, aspects of differentiating and treating these different types of disorders will be explored via representative case examples.

Learning Objectives:

• Understand the significance of separation anxiety when working with adolescents.
• Clarify the distinctions between different anxiety disorders and their symptoms.
• Appreciate the critical role of attachment and trauma in the development of Somatic Symptom Disorder (SSD).
• Recognize that empathic understanding is a crucial first step in treating those with this disorder.

Venue: Online Webinar.  Includes access to video recording for 30 days.

Date: Saturday, 5th of April, 2025

Time: 1100hrs to 1230hrs (Sydney/Melbourne Time)

Cost: 79.99 

CPD Certificate: 1.5 hours  

About Dr Joan Haliburn: Dr Joan Haliburn is a Consultant Child, Adolescent and Family Psychiatrist, trained in the Conversational Model of Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy, in the Systems Model of Family Therapy and in Attachment Strange Situation. She is in private practice and is a faculty member of the Complex Trauma Training Unit, University of Sydney at Westmead Clinical School. She has been involved in psychotherapy research and writing since graduating in 1987. Her most recent book ‘An Integrated Approach to Short Term Dynamic Interpersonal Psychotherapy: A Clinician’s Guide’ 2017 is used in the short-term therapy training course. She has also co-edited “Humanising Mental Health Care in Australia” 2019 and has authored numerous papers in local and international journals.

About eiseEducation: eiseEducation delivers exceptional webinars, short courses, and professional development training to the mental health, social services & community services sector across Australia & New Zealand. Find out more at eiseEducation.com 

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