Understanding and Supporting Children and Teens with ADHD
Course: #10432Level: Introductory 1 Hour 8184 Reviews
An overview of what Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is and is not, including common myths and neurodevelopmental basics, is provided in this course. Practical strategies to manage and intervene with ADHD in children and teens are discussed, with a focus on identifying strengths and promoting self-regulation and executive functioning skills.
On Demand
Course Type: Video, Audio, Text
CEUs/Hours Offered: ASHA/0.1 Introductory, Professional; Calif SLPAB/1.0; IACET/0.1; Kansas LTS-S1370/1.0; SAC/1.0
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Learning Outcomes
- After this course, participants will be able to define ADHD, including common symptoms and features.
- After this course, participants will be able to describe brain-based developmental differences between children with ADHD and their neurotypical peers.
- After this course, participants will be able to identify strengths and support areas in children and teens with ADHD.
- After this course, participants will be able to describe practical, evidence-based strategies that promote self-regulation and executive functioning skills.
Course created on December 20, 2022
Agenda
| 0-5 Minutes | Introduction |
| 5-10 Minutes | ADHD Defined |
| 10-15 Minutes | The ADHD Brain |
| 15-20 Minutes | Common Myths |
| 20-30 Minutes | Identifying Strengths and Support Areas |
| 30-55 Minutes | Evidence-Based Strategies for ADHD in Children & Teens |
| 55-60 Minutes | Summary, Q&A |
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8184 ReviewsPresented By
Heather Schmitt
PhD LP
Dr. Heather Schmitt is a Licensed Psychologist at Thriving Minds Behavioral Health, a pediatric psychology clinic in Brighton, Michigan. She graduated with her PhD in school psychology from Michigan State University in 2018 and has practiced in a variety of settings, including outpatient clinics, residential treatment centers, and schools. Dr. Schmitt specializes in evidence-based treatment and assessment of a variety of emotional and behavioral concerns in children and adolescents. Her clinical interests include ADHD, anxiety disorders, OCD, and disruptive behavior problems. Dr. Schmitt also has extensive experience in behavioral consultation, including work with school-based professionals, caseworkers, and other mental health providers to promote the success of children, teens, and young adults.
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Introductory Level
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