In this virtual program, clinicians will learn how ADHD can affect individuals through adolescence and beyond. New research suggests symptoms can show themselves differently in adults than in children, making ADHD challenging to address.
How ADHD Affects More Than Children
Most often, when people hear ADHD or Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder, they think of a childhood condition. More recently, there is emerging research and evidence showing how ADHD can affect people into adulthood. This webinar focuses on how ADHD affects people in their adolescence and adulthood. ADHD can present itself differently in adults than it does in children, making it difficult to diagnose and treat.
In this program, you can expect to learn about:
- Qualities and diagnostic characteristics with an emphasis on developmental considerations
- We will discuss genetic factors, neurological influences, and environmental factors in the context of differentiating between causal variables.
- Research on the prevalence of ADHD and comorbidity
- Development course and outcomes to highlight the uniqueness of ADHA during difference development periods
- Evidence-based treatment methods
Who should attend
health and human services professionals, therapists, social workers
Instructors
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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.