Alta Mira Recovery Continuing Medical Education Series

Raghu Kiran Appasani, MD
December 13, 2024
11:30 am – 1:00 pm PST

Topics to be Covered:

• Evaluate and discuss recent research findings on the impact of technology and social media on adolescent mental health, including associations with anxiety, depression, self-esteem, and social connectivity.
• Identify key assessment tools and screening methods for evaluating the influence of technology and social media use on mental health in adolescents, incorporating a focus on distinguishing between healthy and maladaptive use patterns.
• Review and apply evidence-based interventions and strategies to mitigate negative effects of technology and social media on adolescent mental health, including clinical, behavioral, and family-centered approaches.

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About the Speaker

Dr. Raghu Appasani is an Integrative & Addiction psychiatrist, psychotherapist, impact media producer, entrepreneur, and author known for his innovative approach to mental well-being. With a deep commitment to evidence-based practices, he combines psychotherapy, pharmacology, nutrition, and holistic methods to provide personalized care. Dr. Appasani is also a dedicated neuroscientist, exploring the clinical applications of non-ordinary states of consciousness and delving into the human experience and is a clinical professor at UCSF and Mount Sinai New York. As an entrepreneur, he founded The MINDS Foundation, a mental health NGO in India, and serves as the Chief Medical Officer at PYM Health. Dr. Appasani extends his expertise by advising various mental health organizations, including Mud\Wtr, demonstrating his unwavering dedication to improving mental health globally. He is additionally the Program Director of Nutrition/Youth/Metabolic Mental Health & Psychedelics at the California Institute for Stress & Resilience.

Joint Accreditation Statement: In support of improving patient care, this activity has been planned and implemented by Amedco LLC and Galen Mental Health. Amedco LLC is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team. Amedco Joint Accreditation #4008163.