Childhood and Adolescent ADHD: Evidence-based Practices and Practical Solutions

Explore approaches to the diagnosis, assessment, and treatment of Childhood ADHD, including practical, proven strategies and the latest research developments.

Unlock Effective Strategies to Manage and Treat ADHD

Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a complex and highly impairing condition that affects a significant number of children and adolescents. It is also one of the most common complaints presented in primary care medicine and is frequently cited by teachers as a common reason for referrals to special education services in school settings. While stimulant medication is often a front-line treatment, it does not, by itself, adequately address the functional impairments associated with ADHD such as noncompliance, poor social skills, or academic failure.  

In this live online course, you will explore practical, research-supported methods for evaluating, diagnosing, and treating ADHD. The evaluation component will focus on how to utilize assessment paradigms for making accurate diagnostic decisions and linking assessments to interventions. Intervention strategies will emphasize non-pharmacological approaches, including parent training, classroom modifications, and cognitive behavioral therapy. Additionally, we will examine specific intervention protocols aimed at enhancing executive functioning, self-regulation, social skills, and overall behavior.

Learning Objectives:

• Describe the symptoms, diagnostic criteria, and associated problems of ADHD.
• Identify four misconceptions about what causes ADHD.
• Describe how negative reinforcement might contribute to inattention.
• Implement best practices regarding ADHD assessment and conduct structured behavioral observations.
• Effectively discuss ADHD with families and help parents cope with their child's ADHD diagnosis.

Who should attend

Counselors, social workers, psychologists, therapists, educators, guidance counselors and health care professionals.

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  Michael I. Axelrod, Ph.D. is currently the director of the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire’s Human Development Center and a Professor in the Department of Psychology. His research and clinical interests involve finding solutions to common but potentially harmful child and adolescent problems. He is the author of three books and has written numerous professional papers and presented nationally on topics involving child, pediatric, and school psychology. Drawing on nearly 30 years of experience providing clinical services to children, adolescents, and families, Dr. Axelrod uses his knowledge and expertise, along with a little humor, to teach practitioners ways to be more effective in everyday practice.