The Biopsychosocial Impact of Trauma: topics include keynote address by Mary Ann Nihart, MA, APRN, CS, BC, Effects of Trauma on Brain Development and Neurological Function: Implications for Assessment and Treatment of Traumatized Children and Adolescents (Sandra Weiss,, PhD, DNSc, FAAN), Understanding the Neurobiology and Psychopharmacologic Treatments of PTSD (Mary Ann Nihart, MA, APRN, CS, BC), Psycho-education for Survivors of Trauma (Beth Phoenix, RN, PhD), and an Interactive Session on Coping with Potential Secondary, Vicarious Trauma Experienced by Nurses Working with Survivors (led by Beth Phoenix, RN, PhD), followed by a Panel Q & A session. Catered Lunch included, followed by a short California Chapter Meeting and afternoon sessions. 6 contact hours provided by The University of Texas at Arlington School of Nursing (accredited by ANCC).

VENUE INFORMATION

Conference location:  please see the "map & directions" link at top of this web page.

Accommodations:  We have negotiated special rates with Best Western Monterey Inn and Mariposa Inn & Suites in Monterey, and with Horizon Inn and Lobos Lodge in Carmel-by-the-Sea.

CONFERENCE BROCHURE

Please download the Conference Brochure for the detailed conference schedule, venue and accreditation information, and registration form.

FEES & DISCOUNTS

Please see the Rate Schedule for Registration Fees, including various discounts. Non-APNA attendees can enjoy the low APNA member rates by joining APNA before registering for the Conference, and providing proof of having joined when registering by mail. (See the Rate Schedule for details.)

REGISTRATION

By Mail: To register by mail and pay by check, please see the Conference Brochure for a mail-in Registration Form and instructions.

Online: To register and pay online, please begin by entering your information in the boxes below, and then clicking on "Submit."  Items marked with an asterisk (*) are REQUIRED entries.

* Name:
APNA member number (if member):
CHOMP employee number (if employee):
* Contact Phone #:
* RN License #: (if none, enter 00000)
* State in which licensed: (if unlicensed, enter NONE)
* email:

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