ADHD and Executive Functioning
This workshop is only open for a select group in California. If anyone else outside of the list of registrants we have wishes to join, please contact [email protected]
Description
This recorded 6-session workshop will describe the different nuances and overlap between ADHD and Executive Functioning. It can be very difficult for school therapists (as well as clinicians) to discern the difference between a client struggling with a Sensory Processing Disorder (Developmental Delay) and ADHD, as well as determine the overlap of Executive Functioning in both diagnostic categories. Current thoughts and theorists as well as research will be covered in moderate depth. Executive functions such as organization, planning, goal persistence, task initiation and others will be covered. Aspects such as processing speed and working memory in the diagnosis of ADHD as it relays into handwriting, reading, working memory and learning will be covered. Coping strategies of day dreaming and visualization will be discussed through the lens of the central nervous system to determine clinical reasoning as to the possible “why” a student is being distracted, impulsive or impatient. This workshop will include different types of attention and is a "one-of-a-kind" program designed to empower therapists to positively impact on this diagnosis in creative ways.
Course Type: 6 webinars are pre-recorded and released week by week according to the schedule below. In addition to these pre-recorded webinars, 3 live online integration webinars of 2 hours each will be attended by all:
- Monday, August 1, 2022 3 to 5pm US ET (12 to 2pm US PT)
- Monday August 8, 2022 3 to 5pm US ET (12 to 2pm US PT)
- Monday August 8, 2022 3 to 5pm US ET (12 to 2pm US PT)
Target Audience: Occupational, Speech and Physical Therapists, Educators
Educational Level: Intermediate
Pre-Requisites: None
Number of participants: Unlimited
Instructional Methods: PowerPoint, Question/Answer
Assessment: Completion of Feedback Form
Outline / Agenda:
May 2, 2022 - ADHD and Executive Functioning
May 9, 2022 - Processing Speed and Working Memory
May 16, 2022 - Attention Skills
May 23, 2022 - Executive Functioning Skills
May 30, 2022- Sensory Motor Building Blocks to Executive Functioning
June 6, 2022 - Intervention and Goal setting
Learning Objectives
- Explain 3 different theories in Attention Deficit Disorder
- List 3 different theorists that support understanding of attention deficits in students and adults
- Apply understanding of 4 different building blocks in developing attention skill
- Recognize the importance of considering the developmental needs of children in order to build attention skill
- Prioritize the importance of 2 different central nervous systems that inspire building working memory
- Apply the sensori-motor implications of building attention in early childhood experiences
- Apply different constructs of processing speed and working memory as it pertains to building attention skill.
Speaker:
Maude Le Roux, OTR/L is an international speaker considering a wide array of topics pertaining development in children. She is a global speaker for the past 15 years. Even as she travels and trains extensively, she continues to operate a pediatric practice in Glen Mills, PA. Maude designs her own courses, as well as trains for other organizations such as ICDL (DIR/Floortime) globally. Maude is a certified executive functioning coach (EFC) as well as a Certified ADHD Professional (ADHD-RSP). She serves on the Board for ATTACh to develop the consideration of attachment and trauma in the work of occupational therapists. Maude “re-energizes” as she teaches and inspires her listeners to feel the importance of the work they do. She co-authored a book, “Our Greatest Allies” with Lauren O’Malley, available on Amazon.com. Maude opened her own online academy (www.maudeleroux.com) in January 2019 to increase accessibility of practical “know-how” based on scientific theory for therapists, teachers and parents. Her mantra: ‘If a child could, he / she would!”
Contact Hours: 7.5
Certificate of Attendance will be provided
Fee: $150 p.p
Provider Name: [email protected]
Speaker: Maude Le Roux OTR/L, IMC, SIPT, CTC, DIR-FT International Trainer
Special Needs Accommodation:
We invite anyone who may need a specific accommodation to contact [email protected] and we will do our best to accommodate your needs. We do provide online PowerPoint for download should you require larger print and we do wear specialized headphones to best accommodate for a clear audio message.
Course Completion Requirement:
Complete 20 multiple choice questions
Cancellation policy: [email protected]
