Psychopathology: From Symptoms to Syndrome, A workshop for Psychologists.

Early Bird (45 days prior to event): $300, Standard Reg: $330, Students: $280 NB: Previous delegates are entitled to a $50 discount off the full registration fee if registered by the early bird date.To provide a solid foundation in psychopathology, this seminar is designed to develop the practitioner's skills in recognizing and assessing the clinical pictures of common and more complex psychiatric disorders, aiming to build skills to a level of proficiency to confidently use the DSM-IV and the ICD-10 for diagnostic purposes. This seminar will take participants through the clinical process of gathering and assessing presenting symptomatology, grouping them into appropriate categories and formulating a diagnosis. Case formulation in the context of the two prevailing taxonomies, the DSM-IV and ICD-10, will be explored extensively with a focus on differential diagnosis and on understanding the complexities of clinical presentations. This seminar is designed for psychologists with minimal formal training in psychopathology and for those seeking a refresher.Speaker: Dr. Samir Ibrahim M.B. Ch.B, F.R.A.N.Z.C.P. Dr. Samir Ibrahim, a Senior Consultant Psychiatrist in private practice, Senior Consultant Psychiatrist at Austin Health, Consultant Psychiatrist and TMS Program Director at North Park Private Hospital, past member of the ICD-10 Field Trial Team, is a warm and engaging speaker and will be sharing his experience and knowledge of 28-years in psychiatry, as a clinician and educator.Locations: Melbourne: 15th May 2010 Sydney: 31st July 2010 Brisbane: 16th October 2010