Critical Conversations in Emergency Psychiatry

The Use of Simulation for Behavioral De-escalation

Date & Time: July 24th, 1pm PT/2pm MT/3pm CT/4pm ET

About the webinar: Pediatric mental health emergency department (ED) visits are increasing across the United States, with a notable rise in cases requiring de-escalation for acute behavioral dysregulation. To address this trend, timely and standardized implementation of behavioral strategies and medications is crucial, as it can potentially reduce the reliance on physical restraints. Simulation-based training has emerged as an effective method to enhance provider and staff comfort, skill, knowledge, and application of evidence-based clinical care practices. This approach can significantly improve outcomes for pediatric patients experiencing behavioral escalation. In this presentation, we will explore the experience of one institution that has successfully integrated simulation into the evaluation and management of pediatric behavioral crises in the ED setting.

Webinar format: AAEP webinar moderators will kick off each session with a 10-15 minute introduction to the topic. The remainder of the session time is dedicated to open group discussion, allowing for deeper exploration and exchange of insights.

Moderators: Dr. Vera Feuer, Dr. Nasuh Malas

Bio: Dr. Vera Feuer completed her general psychiatry training at Drexel University and her child and adolescent psychiatry training at Hofstra-Northwell Health, where she has remained and worked on initiatives improving emergency care and youth mental health access. She has directed the Adult and Pediatric Emergency Psychiatry Services at LIJMC, led the opening of the Pediatric Behavioral Health Urgent Care, School Behavioral Health Centers and comprehensive school mental health partnerships across Long Island working with over 50 school districts to provide child psychiatry access, consultation, community education and professional development. She has been a national leader in developing care standards for pediatric crisis behavioral health care and innovative program development. Her interests include access to mental health care for children, suicide prevention, fostering resilience and collaborating with schools and primary care providers.

About the series: This free webinar series is a moderator led monthly virtual forum for AAEP members to discuss important and interesting topics in the field of Emergency Psychiatry. Webinars are recorded and will be available to members in AAEP's online learning center. 

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