1 Hour / 1 CE

On Demand | Self-Paced Professional Training

This on-demand professional training program on Blood Sugar Dysregulation: Clinical and Forensic Implications is presented by Jerrod Brown, PhD.

Blood sugar dysregulation denotes that there is irregularity in blood sugar stability. This can include low blood glucose levels (hypoglycemia) and high blood glucose levels (hyperglycemia). Such imbalances have been linked with several mood, behavioral, cognitive, and physical health issues. Research has also found that blood sugar dysregulation may play a role in criminality. 

This program examines the impact blood sugar dysregulation has on clinical and forensic mental health populations and its implications for physical health, behavior, mood, cognition, and criminality. Implications for intake, screening, and intervention are highlighted through a clinical and forensic mental health lens. Empirically based research findings are highlighted throughout this program. 

Learning Objectives

Upon completion of this training, participants will be able to:

  • 1 Describe blood sugar dysregulation and other related topics
  • 2 Describe the impact blood sugar dysregulation has on mood, behavior, cognition, physical health, and criminality
  • 3 Describe intake, screening, and intervention strategies through a clinical and forensic mental health lens
  • 4 Describe empirically based research findings

  • Intended Audience

    This training is intended for clinicians who work in clinical and forensic practice, particularly those specializing in forensic and health psychology with a focus on how biological factors—such as blood sugar dysregulation—influence behavior, mood, and cognition, with implications for both health and criminality. It is also suitable for psychologists, social workers, counselors, and other mental health professionals who are involved in assessment, intake, screening, and intervention with individuals affected by these issues.

    Examples of Relevant Professionals:

    • Forensic Psychologists
    • Health Psychologists
    • Clinical Psychologists
    • Social Workers
    • Counselors
    • Mental Health Professionals

  • Experience Level

    This training is appropriate for licensed and pre-licensed mental health professionals at various stages of experience with blood sugar dysregulation in clinical and forensic settings.

    • Beginner: Participants are new to the topic of blood sugar dysregulation and seek foundational knowledge about its definitions, physiological and psychological impacts, and relevance to mental health practice.

    • Intermediate: Participants have some familiarity with blood sugar dysregulation and are looking to deepen their understanding of its effects on mood, behavior, cognition, physical health, and criminality, as well as to enhance their skills in intake, screening, and intervention strategies.

  • Practice Setting

    Clinicians work in clinical and forensic environments across inpatient, outpatient, community, and carceral settings, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to assess, screen, and intervene where blood sugar dysregulation may affect mood, cognition, behavior, and health. Roles often involve risk assessment, diagnostic clarification, and care coordination at the intersection of mental and physical health for both general and justice-involved populations.

    Examples of Practice Settings:

    • Forensic and state psychiatric hospitals
    • Correctional facilities and detention centers (adult/juvenile)
    • Court-based clinics and competency/restoration programs
    • Community mental health and outpatient clinics
    • Hospital behavioral health units and integrated primary care
    • Substance use and residential treatment programs
    • Probation/parole services and reentry programs
    • Crisis stabilization units and emergency departments
Presented By

Jerrod Brown, PhD

Jerrod Brown, Ph.D., M.A., M.S., M.S., M.S., is a professor, trainer, researcher, and consultant with multiple years of experience teaching collegiate courses. Jerrod is also the founder and CEO of the American Institute for the Advancement of Forensic Studies (AIAFS). Jerrod has also provided consultation services to a number of caregivers, professionals, and organizations pertaining to topics related to autism spectrum disorder (ASD), fetal alcohol spectrum disorder (FASD), confabulation, suggestibility, trauma, and other life adversities, traumatic brain injury (TBI), and youth firesetting. Jerrod has completed four separate master’s degree programs and holds graduate certificates in Neuropsychology, Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Other Health Disabilities (OHD), and Traumatic-Brain Injuries (TBI). Jerrod has also conducted over 200 workshops, webinars, and on-demand training for various organizations and professional and student audiences. In 2021, Jerrod completed a post-doctoral certificate in Leadership and Organizational Strategy from Walden University and a Professional Certificate in Forensic Psychology from San Diego State University Global Campus. Currently, Jerrod is pursuing a graduate certificate in Neuroscience and Law from Michigan State University. Jerrod has published several articles and book chapters and recently co-edited the book Forensic Mental Health: A Source Guide for Professionals (Brown & Weinkauf, 2018) with Erv Weinkauf. Jerrod is also regularly featured on several national and international podcast programs. 


Jerrod has also completed specialized trainings and certifications in the following areas: 

Certified Functional Nutrition Counselor (CFNC) through Functional Nutrition Alliance 

Integrative Adult Sleep Coach Certification Program. A 12-month, in-depth, comprehensive training program 

Certificate in Traumatic Stress Studies. A 7-month online post-graduate training program 

Certified Neurodiversity Professional 

Professional Certification in Trauma & Resilience: Level One 

Certified Kid’s Nutrition Specialist 

Certification as a Tobacco Treatment Specialist through Mayo Clinic Nicotine Dependence Center Rochester, Minnesota 

Brain Health Coaching Certification Course 

Certified Digestive Health Specialist through the Institute of Transformational Nutrition 

Gut Health Specialist Certification 

Stress and Mindset Coach Certification 

Holistic Health Coach Certification 

Certified Sleep Science Coach 

Training Outline

Key topics covered in this training include:

  • Introduction to Blood Sugar Dysregulation
    Definitions: hypoglycemia and hyperglycemia
    Overview of physiological and psychological impacts

  • Mental and Physical Health Implications
    Effects on mood, behavior, and cognition
    Connections to physical health concerns

  • Link Between Blood Sugar and Criminality
    Research findings on the role of dysregulation in criminal behavior
    Relevance to forensic populations

  • Implications for Clinical and Forensic Practice
    Considerations for intake and screening
    Intervention strategies through a clinical and forensic lens

  • Review of Empirical Research
    Integration of current findings throughout the program

CE Sponsorship Information

Palo Alto University, Continuing & Professional Studies (CONCEPT) is approved by, recognized by, or maintains sponsorship provider status with the following boards and agencies. We maintain responsibility for all content in our CE/CPD programs. For more information, visit here. 

  1. American Psychological Association (APA): Approved sponsor of continuing education for psychologists.

  2. Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB): Approved continuing education provider (ACE program, Provider #1480), 11/22/2023–11/22/2026.

  3. Canadian Psychological Association (CPA): Approved to sponsor continuing education for psychologists.

  4. National Board for Certified Counselors (NBCC): Approved Continuing Education Provider (ACEP No. 7190).


Sponsorship Approval Statements

Palo Alto University, Continuing and Professional Studies (CONCEPT) is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. Palo Alto University, Continuing and Professional Studies (CONCEPT), is approved by the Canadian Psychological Association to offer continuing education for psychologists. Palo Alto University, Continuing and Professional Studies (CONCEPT) has been approved by NBCC as an Approved Continuing Education Provider, ACEP No. 7190. Programs that do not qualify for NBCC credit are clearly identified. Palo Alto University, #1480, is approved to offer social work continuing education by the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) Approved Continuing Education (ACE) program. Organizations, not individual courses, are approved as ACE providers. State and provincial regulatory boards have the final authority to determine whether an individual course may be accepted for continuing education credit. Palo Alto University maintains responsibility for this course. ACE provider approval period 11/22/23-11/22/26. Social workers completing this course receive (clinical or social work ethics) continuing education credits. Continuing and Professional Studies, Palo Alto University, is recognized by the New York State Education Department's State Board for Psychology as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed psychologists #PSY-0103. Palo Alto University, Continuing and Professional Studies (CONCEPT) is solely responsible for all aspects of the programs. Palo Alto University, Continuing & Professional Studies (CONCEPT), is recognized by the New York State Education Department's State Board for Social Work as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed social workers #SW-0356. Palo Alto University, Continuing and Professional Studies, is recognized by the New York State Education Department’s State Board for Mental Health Practitioners as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed mental health counselors. #MHC-0073.