Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder: What it is, What it isn't, and What to do About it
In this training, participants will 1) Gain a better understanding of the historical implications of the current rise in Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) diagnoses and 2) Learn strategies to assess for ADHD.
Results from the National Survey of Children's Health (NSCH) from 2022 indicate that approximately 9.8% of children ages 3-17 have received a diagnosis of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). This statistic suggests that 6.2 million children grapple with ADHD symptoms and the number is on the rise. This training highlights the historical implications of the current increase in this diagnosis, and offers information on how to accurately identify and assess for ADHD. This training also reviews best practice and evidence-based interventions to support students with an ADHD diagnosis in an academic setting.
Intended Audience
- School psychologists
- General education and special education teachers, especially those working with students who are hyperactive and/or inattentive
- Mental health counselors
Participants Will
- Gain a better understanding of the historical implications of the current rise in ADHD diagnoses
- Learn strategies to assess for ADHD
- Learn evidence-based strategies and treatment interventions for working with students who have an ADHD diagnosis
Date
Tuesday, October 22, 2024 from 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
Presenter
Kristin N. Moore, Psy.D., Clinical Psychologist
