Session Descriptions
Keynote Sessions:
ADHD – The Good, The Bad and The Ugly - Ronald Kent, MD
This session will cover ADHD from the parent’s perspective along with the results of a survey.
The Oppositional Child – Barbara Howard, MD (handouts)
Differential diagnosis and management of oppositional children, a commom
coexisting condition of ADHD, will be discussed.
Concurrent Sessions:
ADHD in Adults - Robert Sevier, Ph.D.
ADHD is no longer thought of as a condition that ends at adolescence, for we know it continues to impact adults. This session focuses on the common themes and characteristics seen in adults with ADHD.
Anxiety, Depression and Psychopharmacology - Ginger Wishik, MD
Anxiety disorders and depression affecting children and adolescents will be discussed along with basic treatments including pharmacological and psychological interventions.
Autism and Its Comorbidities Overview- Leonora Petty, MD (handouts)
This session provides an overview of autism with a brief look at epidemiology, genetics, neurobiology, treatment and an overview of comorbidities with an emphasis on psychopharmacological treatment.
Increasing Reading Comprehension and Writing Proficiency for Children with ADHD - Felicia Johnson, M.Ed. (handouts)
In this session, participants will learn the parameters that should be set before teaching a child who has been diagnosed with ADHD. This humorous and interactive session will also include specific reading and language arts strategies that, when used as prescribed, will guarantee more success in the classroom.
ADHD, 504’s and IDEA: Do Learners with ADHD Qualify? What Accommodations Do They Need? - David Walker, Ph.D. (handouts)
These sessions will address the following questions: “When do learners with ADHD qualify for a Section 504 plan, and when do they qualify for special education services?” and “What academic and behavioral accommodations may be needed by learners with ADHD?”
Between a Rock and a Hard Place: ADHD and Bipolar Disorder -
Beverly Bryant, MD (handouts)
This session will review the differential diagnosis of ADHD and pediatric bipolar disorder, touching on the controversies surrounding these diagnoses. It will also review the neurobiology and strategies for medication.
Teaching Self-Discipline to the ADHD Child - Felicia Johnson, M.Ed. (handouts)
In this session, participants will learn the parameters that should be set before teaching a child who has been diagnosed with ADHD. This session will provide specific strategies to use in order to help children with ADHD become more independent and disciplined.
Addiction and Teens - Diana Mesrobian, MSW, LCSW (handouts)
Use and abuse of alcohol and drugs by teens is on the rise in our nation at an alarming rate. This session will help participants recognize which teens are more at risk for addiction and help them identify the most appropriate and effective treatment when needed.
Tourette Syndrome, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder and ADHD -
Beverly Bryant, MD (handouts)
This session will discuss the genetic triad of Tourette Syndrome, OCD and ADHD with an emphasis on the challenges of treatment. The neurobiology and the rationale for medication strategies of these illnesses will be reviewed.
Who Are You, and What Have You Done With My Child? Navigating and Understanding Adolescence - Lynwood Wheeler, Ph.D.
The teenage years can be challenging not only for the parents but also for the adolescents themselves. This presentation will discuss some characteristics of “normal” adolescent development and tips for assisting parents in helping their teens navigate these years successfully.
Using Response to Intervention to Meet the Needs of Learning - Kris Kaase, Ph.D.
This session will discuss response to intervention in connection with ADHD and related concerns.
Accommodating ADHD in the Workplace - Russ Willis, JD
This session will include an introduction to the legal framework of the Americans with Disabilities Act and how to apply these legal concepts to ADHD. Strategies on how employers can accommodate employees with ADHD in order to make their employees as productive as possible will also be explored.
Preparaing Elementary ADHD Students for High-Stakes Testing - Christy Moorhead (handouts)
Many students are struggling to meet the rigorous standards and expectations on current state tests. This session will educate participants on those expectations and practical strategies that can be used to better prepare elementary students.
Preparing Secondary Student with ADHD for High-Stakes Testing - Katie Bridges
Many students are struggling to meet the rigorous standards and expectations on current state tests. This session will educate participants on those expectations and practical strategies that can be used to better prepare secondary students.
Children with Language-Learning Problems and Dyslexia: Who Are They, and How Do I Help Them? - Missy Schraeder, MS, CCC-SLP, CAMI (handouts)
Language-learning problems and dyslexia are prevalent among children in our schools. This session will discuss the characteristics of these disorders, things to look for when identifying children with these disorders and strategies for assisting children in the elementary classroom.
Maybe It’s Not ADHD: Understanding Asperger Syndrome -
Tim Kowalski, MS (handouts)
Asperger syndrome is often misdiagnosed as ADHD. This session will focus on what constitutes Asperger syndrome and why it’s different from ADHD and other labels as well.
Stop, Think and Choose: Navigating the Path from Chaos to Calm -
Julie Paterson, LCSW, LMFT; Mary Dryden, LPC, LMFT; and Charlotte Rahaim, LPC, LMFT (handouts)
Attention Deficit Disorder symptoms may create tension and chaos in families and classrooms, resulting in dissatisfying relationships and underachievement. This session covers the strategies that foster the ability to reason, behave appropriately and cope independently and effectively.
Dyslexia in Mississippi - Jackie Mockbee, MS
Yes, the State Department of Education recognizes dyslexia. This session will cover how dyslexia is being addressed throughout Mississippi school districts within State Board Policy 4300 – The Response to Intervention (RtI) – Three Tier Instruction.
The Feminine Side of ADHD: A Look at the Disorder Among Girls and
Women - Tammy Barry, Ph.D.
This session will examine ADHD as it manifests itself in girls and women. The session will focus on how ADHD differs in females (when compared to males) in terms of symptom presentation, severity and associated features.
Q and A Forum - Ronald Kent, MD
This forum will provide an opportunity for participants to ask questions about ADHD and coexisting disorders and interact with Dr. Ronald Kent and his colleagues.
Asperger Syndrome and Academics - Tim Kowalski, MS (handouts)
This presentation will discuss the academic skills and deficits frequently associated with Asperger syndrome. Participants will learn a variety of behavioral supports designed to enhance the child’s ability to initiate work assignments, increase motivation, decrease distraction, compensate for deficits in gross and fine motor skills, adapt the curriculum, modify academics and increase cognitive processing.
Achieving Structure for the ADHD Child - Joshua Hamm, LPC
Learn how to take control of your home by adding structure and consistency. This session will help identify ways to discipline your child and take back control over your family.
Emotional Problems in Children with ADHD - Barbara Howard, MD (handouts)
Kids with ADHD often present challenging behaviors for parents and teachers. Participants will learn about the most common comorbid conditions and how they can be recognized.
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