2nd Educational Symposium of the Psychiatry Commission

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ILAE Curriculum Learning Objectives addressed by this course

• 1.8.1 Describe the epidemiology, psychiatric and experiential risk factors of PNES (L1)
• 1.8.2 Recognize the semiology of PNES and the use of video-EEG procedures and suggestion techniques in the diagnosis of suspected PNES (L2)
• 1.8.3 Describe formulation of diagnosis of PNES at different level as suggested by the ILAE PNES task force  (L2)
• 2.10.2 Communicate information about the causes and consequences of PNES and the potential of psychological treatment (L2)
• 2.10.3 Counsel patients about tapering inappropriate antiepileptic drugs and the role of other medications (anxiolytics, antidepressants) in PNES (L2)
• 2.2.1 Provide guidance on social issues including school integration, work, legal, and related aspects (L1)
• 2.2.3 Provide guidance regarding safety issues related to seizures (L1)
• 2.3.5 Provide information to patients regarding potential adverse effects of antiepileptic drugs (L1)
• 2.8.1 Identify and provide counseling on issues related to comorbidities (L2)
• 3.1.3 Demonstrate knowledge regarding the adverse effects of antiepileptic drugs (L1)
• 3.1.6 Demonstrate knowledge about treatment of psychiatric and cognitive comorbidities in children and adults (L3)
• 4.2.1 Describe the importance of early surgical intervention regarding neuro-developmental, cognitive, behavioral and social integration aspects (L2)
• 4.6.2 Demonstrate working knowledge of post-surgical neurological and psychiatric complications (L3)
• 5.1.5 Appropriately manage or advise regarding psychiatric emergencies (L1)
• 6.1.1 Recognize psychiatric comorbidities, such as depression, anxiety, attention deficit and hyperactivity disorder, psychosis and autism spectrum disorders (L2)
• 6.1.2 Appropriately manage or advise regarding psychiatric comorbidities (L2)
• 6.1.3 Adjust anti-seizure treatment as required by psychiatric comorbidities (L2)
• 6.1.4 Demonstrate the ability to recognize and manage the special needs of persons with epilepsy (L3)