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Technology:
Functioning and Flourishing in the Digital Age

Technology today is ubiquitous and inescapable. As mental health professionals and educators we must constantly evaluate the role that technology plays in the lives of the individual and families we work with including its impact on social, psychological and behavioral functioning. COVID - 19, Ai, augmented reality and more have presented increased engagement with and dependence on technology, which is changing the landscape of our social, psychological and behavioral functioning.

Through this session, we delve into the challenges posed by the digital age, with a keen focus on the evolving realm of psychological practice, education, and research. This program is designed to navigate the uncharted waters of this technological surge, equipping educators and mental health professionals with up-to-date insights into the intricate interplay between technology and functioning. By delving into the most recent data and scholarly exploration, participants will uncover essential resources that empower them to navigate this transformative digital landscape.

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Technology:
Functioning and Flourishing in the Digital Age

Previously Recorded

Presenter: Eli Shapiro, Ed.D, LCSW

Course Length: 3 Hours

Learning Objectives:

Analyze the impact of technology on psychological and behavioral functioning.
Differentiate and categorize distinct types of screen time and their effects
Devise comprehensive strategies to enhance the functioning of individuals and families within a technology-driven society

This workshop Offers 3 Continuing Education Credits
This webinar is recorded and will not grant live credits.

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Technology today is ubiquitous and inescapable. As mental health professionals and educators we must constantly evaluate the role that technology plays in the lives of the individual and families we work with including its impact on social, psychological and behavioral functioning. COVID - 19, Ai, augmented reality and more have presented increased engagement with and dependence on technology, which is changing the landscape of our social, psychological and behavioral functioning.

Through this session, we delve into the challenges posed by the digital age, with a keen focus on the evolving realm of psychological practice, education, and research. This program is designed to navigate the uncharted waters of this technological surge, equipping educators and mental health professionals with up-to-date insights into the intricate interplay between technology and functioning. By delving into the most recent data and scholarly exploration, participants will uncover essential resources that empower them to navigate this transformative digital landscape.

Learning Objectives:

Analyze the impact of technology on psychological and behavioral functioning.
Differentiate and categorize distinct types of screen time and their effects
Devise comprehensive strategies to enhance the functioning of individuals and families within a technology-driven society

Agenda:

Course Agenda

1. Introductions and Ice Breaker (15 minutes)

2. Best of times, worst of times (90 minutes)

Why technology is wonderful

Why technology is awful

The behavioral impact of technology

Behavioral

Social

Psychological

Day-to-Day

The misconception of screen time

Enhancement versus intrusion

Recent findings on social medias impact on children

Recent findings on the relationship between technology and loneliness

3. Implications in practice (45 min)

Clinical Strategies: Empower Mental Health Professionals to Address Digital Impact

School Strategies: Promote Healthy Technology Use in Educational Settings

Communal Strategies: Foster Positive Digital Communities and Connections

4. Review and Summary (10 minutes)

5. Q and A (20 minutes)

This presentation is open to:

Social Workers
Professional Counselors
Therapists
Psychologists
Licensed Mental Health Practitioners
Medical Doctors and Other Health Professionals
Other professionals interacting with populations engaged in mental health based services

Course Level: intermediate

Level of Clinician: intermediate

New practitioners who wish to gain enhanced insight surrounding the topic
Experienced practitioners who seek to increase and expand fundamental knowledge surrounding the subject matter
Advanced practitioners seeking to review concepts and reinforce practice skills and/or access additional consultation
Managers seeking to broaden micro and/or macro perspectives

Participants will receive their certificate electronically upon completion of the webinar and course evaluation form.

Disability Access - If you require ADA accommodations, please contact our office 30 days or more before the event. We cannot ensure accommodations without adequate prior notification. Please Note: Licensing Boards change regulations often, and while we attempt to stay abreast of their most recent changes, if you have questions or concerns about this course meeting your specific board’s approval, we recommend you contact your board directly to obtain a ruling. The grievance policy for trainings provided by the NEFESH INTERNATIONAL is available here Satisfactory Completion Participants must have paid the tuition fee, logged in and out each day, attended the entire workshop, and completed an evaluation to receive a certificate (If this is a pre-recorded program, a post-test with a passing grade of 80% to receive a certificate.) Failure to log in or out will result in forfeiture of credit for the entire course. No exceptions will be made. Partial credit is not available. Certificates are available after satisfactory course completion by clicking here.

There is no conflict of interest or commercial support for this program.

CE You! is an approved sponsor of the Maryland Board of Social Work Examiners for continuing education credits for licensed social workers in Maryland.
CE You! maintains responsibility for this program.

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