The 2024 Forensic Mental Health Conference, hosted by North Texas State Hospital, aims to explore the complex relationship between mental health and violence. Attendees will gain insights into forensic psychiatry, trauma, and psychopathy through a series of keynote sessions and workshops. The conference will also provide networking opportunities and continuing education credits. The agenda includes a variety of sessions on topics such as managing predatory behavior, understanding psychopathy, and ensuring safety in psychiatric care. A special networking event will focus on overcoming staff burnout, providing a platform for learning and professional growth.
Mental Health Conferences
2024 Forensic Mental Health Conference
The 2024 Forensic Mental Health Conference will be held in Vernon, Texas, focusing on the intersection of mental health and violence. It offers insights and continuing education credits for professionals in the field.
Conference Overview
Some quick details about this conference.
Time and Place
Maybe the most important details of the conference.
Conference Dates: October 14–18, 2024
Location: Wilbarger Auditorium
City/State: Vernon, Texas
Address: Wilbarger Auditorium, Vernon, Texas
Event Format: in-person
Conference Organizer
This organization is hosting this conference.
North Texas State Hospital
North Texas State Hospital is dedicated to providing mental health services and education, focusing on forensic mental health and related fields.
Email: ntshforensicconference@hhs.texas.gov
Phone: 940-552-4122
Schedule and Agenda
It's important to know what is planned.
The conference spans five days, featuring sessions on topics such as forensic psychiatry, trauma-responsive models, and psychopathy. Notable sessions include 'Why Do the Heathen Rage?' and 'Foundation of the Trauma-Responsive Model.'
Notable Speakers
These folks will be speaking at the conference.
Charlsie Brown, LMSW
Providing inpatient health services in a secure setting.
Phillip Lyons, Jr., J.D., Ph.D.
Discussing 'Why Do the Heathen Rage?'.
Albert Ragland, MBA-HM, MSML
Ensuring safety in maximum-security psychiatric care.
Chris Ellison
Hosting a networking event on overcoming staff burnout.
Scott E. LePor, D.O.
Foundation of the trauma-responsive model.
David S. Kosson, Ph.D.
Exploring psychopathy in 2024.
Jeffery Matthews, M.D.
Managing predatory behavior in state hospitals.
Daniel J. Fox, Ph.D.
Insights into personality disorders.
Casey Jordan, Ph.D., J.D.
Case studies on serial killers and mass murder.
Felix Torres, MD, MBA, DFAPA, CCPH-MH
Overview of the dangerousness review board and facility review boards.
CEU Details
Here's information on Continuing Education Units (or CEUs).
Continuing education credit for multiple disciplines will be provided, including a 4-hour walking tour and a networking event with CEU opportunities.
Hotel Information
You need somewhere to stay! (Unless you live relatively close.)
Lodging information is available in the registration packet, which includes maps for dining and accommodations near the Wilbarger Auditorium.
Parking Information
Unless you're taking public transit.
Parking details are not explicitly provided, but attendees are advised to prepare for walking tours on campus.
Sponsorship, Exhibitor, and Advertising Opportunities
If you're an organization that wants to contribute to this event, here are some details.
Details on sponsorship, exhibitor, and advertising opportunities are not provided. Interested parties may contact the organizers for more information.
Other Links and Information
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