ADHD in focus: What clinicians need to know for effective treatment
This interactive CEU event offers BCBAs and ABA professionals a comprehensive introduction to ADHD, providing essential insights into both the DSM-V diagnostic criteria and the lesser-known symptoms of the disorder. Attendees will better understand the unique challenges these individuals face with behavior management. We will explore the comorbidities with ADHD, in particular autism, and discuss strategies to support clients with dual diagnoses. To close out this session, participants will learn 5 actionable best practices to implement with their clients immediately. By the end of this session, BCBAs will be equipped with a deeper understanding of ADHD and practical tools to support clients in a meaningful and effective way.
Speaker Name
Nicole Stewart, M.Ed, BCBA, LBA
Course Objectives
By the end of this course, learners will be able to:
Participants will distinguish the key DSM-V diagnostic criteria for ADHD and understand its behavioral presentation in various environments.
Participants will identify lesser known symptoms of ADHD, how they impact behavior and learning.
Participants will learn comorbidities with ADHD, including autism, and how multiple diagnoses impacts treatment.
Participants will acquire 5 best practices for working with clients with ADHD utilizing ABA based interventions.
Nicole Stewart, M.Ed, BCBA, LBA
Nicole is an ambitious, driven and dedicated educator and behavior analyst who has been working within the special needs population for almost 20 years. Nicole started her career at the New England Center for Children where she got a Masters of Science in Education in Severe Special Needs in their partnership program with Simmons University. After working in public schools in Massachusetts, she moved to Manhattan and worked at the Manhattan Childrens Center for 11 years. There, she was a lead teacher, coordinated continuing education and eventually became the clinical director of their affiliated clinic: Manhattan Behavioral Center. Presently, Nicole works in private practice, which consists of working 1:1 directly with clients and families, consulting and training to schools, ABA businesses, and providing supervision and consultation in behavior analytic spaces. In addition, Nicole teaches at Hunter College, and is on the board of NJABA and ASAT.
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