Diagnosing and Effectively Treating ADHD in Adolescents, Adults and Couples
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Learning Objectives
Participants will be able to:
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Identify at least three ADHD diagnostic criteria.
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Identify two ways that ADHD can present in 1) adolescents 2) adults and 3) couples.
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Describe two or more common ADHD comorbidities.
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Identify three or more effective treatments for ADHD.
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Describe at least three ways ADHD can impact relationships.
Description
ADHD is a common neurodevelopmental diagnosis that can impair adolescents’ and adults’ ability to function while negatively impacting their quality of life. During this workshop Dr. Fleming will discuss the diagnostic criteria and presentation of ADHD symptoms, including a summary of the neurobiological background. Effective treatment interventions for clients diagnosed and undiagnosed with ADHD will be discussed as well as medication management. We will also explore the impact of ADHD symptoms on relationships and the link between ADHD and codependency. In addition, participants will acquire practical strategies to improve session management with clients diagnosed with ADHD.
Target Audience
- Social Worker
- Psychologist
- Marriage & Family Therapist
- Counselor
- Substance Use Disorder Professionals
Presenters
Dr. Melissa W. Fleming, PhD, LPC-S, is a licensed professional counselor and supervisor at MWF Counseling, LLC, in Port Neeches, Texas. She specializes in working with clients who struggle with depression and anxiety, ADHD, and other mental health issues. She conceptualizes and treats clients from a cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) approach. She graduated with a M.Ed. (2011) and Ph.D. (2020) in counselor education from the University of New Orleans. Her research interests include emotional intelligence, personality type and professional development.