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Dates: October 10, 17, 24, 31, and November 7, 14, 2024 (Thursdays from 2 to 3.30pm US ET) 

Description: What is ADHD really? How does it manifest in the developmental continuum? Are medicine and behavioral interventions truly the only answer? Why are the numbers increasing in pediatric and adult populations? Join us as we look at the different characteristics of ADHD and the developmental aspects that may contribute to assessment and intervention. 

This first track will cover current theory and research surrounding ADHD while considering the impact on occupational function, academics, social and executive functioning skills. Clinical reasoning behind working memory, being distracted and processing speed will be considered as we take an in-depth look at the developmental considerations. Manifestations such as impulsivity and inattention will be included as we also take a closer look at dysgraphia and executive functioning skills such as planning and organization.  

Outline / Agenda:  

Session 1: October 10, 2024, ADHD and Development 

Session 2: October 17, 2024, Processing Speed and Working Memory 

Session 3: October 24, 2024, Categories of Attention 

Session 4: October 31, 2024, Executive Functions 

Session 5: November 7, 2024, Impact of Screen Time 

Session 6: November 14, 2024, Sensory Processing and ADHD 

Learning Objectives: 

The workshop participant will be able to:  

• Explain the developmental continuum to be considered in ADHD 

• List 4 subcategories of attention skill that each require different stages of development 

• Consider 8 executive functioning skills that will support intervention planning 

• Prioritize the importance of the dynamic trio in sensory processing (auditory-visual-vestibular triad) to support effective intervention 

• Discover the current thinking in the prevalence of screen-time addiction in students that are diagnosed with ADHD.  
• Include the consideration of trauma experiences and impact thereof on the diagnosis of ADHD 

Assessment: Completion of Feedback Form 

Certificate of attendance will be provided. For Occupational Therapists, CE credit through NOTCB has been applied for. 

Provider Name: The Maude Le Roux Academy 

Presenter: Maude Le Roux is a veteran OT with 39+ years of experience and has experience in multiple methodologies that she has used successfully in pediatric care. She has formed her own work from multiple exposures to other thought leaders and included this in her eclectic approach to development across multiple diagnostic categories. Maude is a highly skilled therapist and has been training professionals and parents globally in her methods since 2007. She has presented at several international and national conferences and operates a full training schedule year-round. She co-authored her book “Our Greatest Allies” with Lauren O’Malley (parent), which reflects the journey of one child as he went through the process at her center. Her unique understanding of sensori-motor and socio-emotional development is rooted in research completed in Sensory Integration as well as Mental Health, to which she adds her own flavor of “getting into the mind of a child”. Maude understands children and she is frequently heard to say: “If the child could, he/she would”!  

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.  

Cancellation policy: Payment is due in full with registration through the website and there is a non-refundable cancellation fee of $25 at any time. If the course participant cancels within 30 days prior to the course starting date, the reimbursement would be 75% and within 2 weeks of the course, reimbursement would be calculated at 50%. Please contact [email protected] if you have any further questions in this regard.   

Target Audience: Occupational Therapists, Speech Language Pathologists, Physical Therapists, Medical Professionals, Social Workers, Psychologists, Educators, Parents 

Educational Level: Intermediary 

Instructional Methods: PowerPoint, Group Discussion, Video 

Contact Hours: 9 hours