Although medication has been the traditional first line of treatment for childhood ADHD, there are many kids and teens for whom medication is not the best option.
Debra Burdick – Childhood ADHD, Advanced Non-Drug Treatments & Strategies that Change the Brain
Efficacy and benefits of non-drug treatments
Techniques that change the brain to improve ADHD symptoms
Options for treating the whole child
A deeper understanding of non-drug treatment for childhood ADHD
Although medication has been the traditional first line of treatment for childhood ADHD, there are many kids and teens for whom medication is not the best option. You will learn when to consider and how to incorporate non-drug options into your treatment plan. The more you understand about the non-drug treatments for ADHD the more comprehensive, individualized and effective your treatment will be.
Learn about cutting edge non-drug treatments for ADHD as well as the efficacy and neurobiology of each treatment. Finally understand what neurofeedback is, how it works, and why the American Academy of Pediatrics added biofeedback/neurofeedback to its list of best treatment modalities for ADHD. You will learn and practice brain-based mindfulness skills that help kids and teens slow down, calm down, concentrate, and feel better about themselves. Master skills for helping kids, teens, and their parents make ADHD-specific changes in their diet, sleep, behavior, organization, exercise, and environment that support their success. Options for addressing low self-esteem, depression, and anxiety that so often accompany ADHD will also be discussed.
Debra Burdick, LCSWR, BCN, a psychotherapist, neurotherapist, author and ADHD and mindfulness expert will show you how to put all the pieces together and give you new skills that will improve your treatment outcomes for working with clients with ADHD. The recording will include case examples, experiential learning, tools for tracking treatment progress and a wealth of worksheets and resource materials to use with your clients.
Compare and contrast the benefits and drawbacks of non-drug treatments for ADHD and when to consider their use
Outline the symptoms and Neurobiology of ADHD
Describe what Neurofeedback is and how it changes the brain and treats ADHD
Incorporate mindfulness skills that change the brain and reduce ADHD symptoms
Discuss non-drug options for improving self-esteem, depression, and anxiety
Define strategies that help the whole child thrive by addressing movement, sleep, nutrition, exercise, behavior management, school, and organizational skills
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Strategies to Make an Accurate Diagnosis
Review of the DSM-5® Criteria
Tools for Diagnosis: Structured Interview, Symptom Checklists, TOVA, IVA, QEEG, Neuropsych Testing
Recognize Contributors to (or mimics of )Symptoms of ADHD
Neurobiology of ADHD
Types of ADHD
Co-morbid Disorders
Cutting Edge Non-Drug Treatment Options
Psychotherapy and/or Coaching
What Works and What Doesn’t for ADHD
Self-esteem, Depression, Anxiety
Neurofeedback
Efficacy for Neurofeedback
Treatment Process
Case Examples
Sample Systems
Mindfulness for Kids and Teens with ADHD
Research on Effectiveness for ADHD
Neurobiology
Skills to teach your clients for:
Concentration, Hyperactivity, Self-esteem, Movement, Depression, Anxiety
Case Examples
Review of Complimentary Therapies
Interactive Metronome®
Sensory Integration Therapy
Nutrition for the ADHD Brain
Sugar
Food additives
Food Allergies
Common Deficiencies
Supplements
Organic?
The Role of Exercise and Movement on the Brain and ADHD
Sleep
The Impact of ADHD
Strategies for Regulating
Strategies to Improve Behavior and Relationships
Behavior Management
Social Skills
Organizational Skills
Site of Performance Skills and Systems
Systems for Organizing Time, Space and Activity
Environment
Screen Time
Toxins
Strategies for Success at School
PPT, IEP, Accommodations
Study Strategies
Track Treatment Progress
Here’s What You’ll Get in Debra Burdick – Childhood ADHD, Advanced Non-Drug Treatments & Strategies that Change the Brain
