EXPERTS: Alexis Bancroft, Ph.D., Cynthia Martin, Psy.D. What are the signs of ADHD in a preschooler? Can preschoolers be diagnosed with ADHD? Research suggests that symptoms of ADHD can emerge in young children. In fact, to qualify for an ADHD diagnosis under the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual (DSM-5), the symptoms must be present before the age of […]
EXPERT: Maggie Sibley, Ph.D. We now know that ADHD may emerge later in life in some individuals, and we have insight into factors that impact earlier versus later onset presentations. We also understand that very few people experience a form of ADHD that is always severe and debilitating. Instead, most people appear to experience a fluctuating course through […]
The Child Mind Institute’s Technology & Youth Mental Health Series has convened a panel of experienced researchers, advocates, and tech thinkers to explore the interplay between technology, youth mental health, and public policy with the goal of identifying challenges in advancing ecological research and scoping out possible solutions. In this session, we will explore what the existing […]
EXPERT: Tracy McCubbin Few things cause more strife in a household than clutter and disorganization. When a home is messy, and things are hard to find, it can make everyone feel stressed. Families touched by ADHD can thank weak execution function skills for this all-too-common scenario. And here’s what can add another layer of conflict: When only some […]
EXPERT: Matt Sticksl Working with children and teens who demonstrate challenging behaviours can be difficult, stressful, and complex. Collaborative Problem Solving® (CPS) is a compassionate, evidence-based, trauma-informed approach that provides a philosophy and tools to address challenging behaviour. This approach is used across North America to build skills and relationships with students while reducing […]
EXPERT: Otto Rivera, CFP Smart money management eludes ADHD brains for various neurological and psychological reasons. Emotional dysregulation and dopamine-seeking ADHD brains can drive impulsive spending — an unhelpful coping mechanism. Executive functioning weaknesses can get in the way of paying bills on time, budgeting, and planning for financial success. And weak working memory may mean buying (and losing) […]
EXPERT: Keith Senzer, ADHD and Executive Function Coach Join us as we present Keith Senzer, ADHD and Executive Function Coach, to learn how to use the power of AI to improve executive functioning and motivation by streamlining task management, improving focus, and providing personalized reminders. Get specific examples of how each tool can allow students […]
EXPERTS: Kim & Penn Holderness In this webinar, we will explore core ADHD strengths such as creativity, curiosity, problem-solving skills, and resilience with Penn and Kim Holderness, authors of the book ADHD Is Awesome: A Guide To (Mostly) Thriving With ADHD. Along the way, we will also celebrate some of the ways our ADHD brains make us […]
EXPERT: Lotta Borg Skoglund, M.D., Ph.D. Brain fog, emotional meltdowns, and fear of dementia. Perimenopausal women with ADHD face these and myriad other challenges to brain and body due to hormonal changes during their final reproductive years. However, many researchers and clinicians continue to dismiss patients’ concerns saying that “there are no studies exploring adult or older […]
EXPERT: Educational Liaison Association of Alberta (ELAA) Where is your teen going after high school? If you are looking to explore post-secondary and other career paths, this is the event for your family. Join other parents and recent or soon-to-be graduates and find out what Alberta universities and colleges, the Canadian Armed Forces and the […]
EXPERT: Dr. Pauline Kamps This session is designed to bring awareness to this condition & highlight some key points about DCD. Topics discussed in the presentation include: How my background, life experiences, unique training, & inquisitive mind led me to learn about DCD & its high prevalence rates The information & surprising trends of DCD […]
Come join us at the ADHD Insights Conference! This in-person event will be held at the Woodvale Facility and Clubhouse. Get ready to dive into the latest research, strategies, and tools for managing ADHD. Whether you're a parent, educator, healthcare professional, or in anyway affected by ADHD this conference is packed with valuable insights and practical tips. […]
A full-day Calgary conference focused on the needs, supports and resources for those with Learning Disabilities and/or ADHD. Strategies for Success isn't just the title of our conference, it's also at the heart of every session. Learn actionable strategies for home, school and work to find joy and success in all of your and your […]
EXPERT: Dr. Lindsay Henderson, Dr. Omar Gudiño, and Dr. Dionne Smith Coker-Appiah According to a recent CDC report, 6 in 10 high school girls have experienced “persistent feelings of sadness or hopelessness” — making teen girls twice as likely as boys to suffer from depression. And studies show that antidepressant prescriptions for adolescent girls increased by 129.6% between 2020 […]
EXPERTS: Dr. Suzanne Tough, Dr. Zahra Clayborne, Dr. Jessica-Lynn Walsh, Dr. Kara Murias; University of Calgary, Cummings School of Medicine, Owerko Centre & Alberta Children's Hospital Cultivating resilience and flourishing in everyday life: All Our Families study update and synthesizing research to meet community needs The All Our Families Study is a longitudinal cohort study […]
EXPERT: Michelle Deal, Director of Learning Technologies R&D at Landmark College Join Michelle Deal for an interactive session on using AI tools as strategies to support students with learning disabilities in areas such reading, writing, focus, time management, and organization. Explore how students can design prompts for AIs to personalize their unique learning needs and […]
ACO, ADDA, and CHADD—the leaders in ADHD support for individuals and families—welcome the ADHD community to the 2024 Annual International Conference on ADHD. These organizations collaborate to bring together the best minds in current research and treatment options and professionals offering best practice guidelines for their fields. #ADHD2024 will offer dynamic sessions and events featuring practical support […]
EXPERT: Lauren Allerhand, Psy.D. Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) is an evidence-based treatment designed to help individuals who struggle with emotional dysregulation, aggression, self-harm, and other problem behaviors. DBT is an intensive, highly structured program that was originally created for adults in the 1970s and has since been adapted for children and adolescents. It can be an […]
EXPERTS: Presented by Gordon Neufeld, Ph.D. and Lynne Kenney, Psy.D. and Caroline Buzanko, Ph.D., R. Psych and Pamela Malkoff Hayes, MFT, LMHC, LPC, ATR-BC 3 full days of in-person or live-streamed workshops to enhance your toolbox with a range of proven strategies in dealing with dysregulated children and teens. Choose from sessions dealing with violent and aggressive youth, to school anxiety, art therapy and more. […]
In the spirit of reconciliation, we acknowledge that we live, work and play on the traditional territories of the Blackfoot Confederacy (Siksika, Kainai, Piikani), the Tsuut’ina, the Stoney Nakoda (Chiniki, Bearspaw and Goodstoney First Nations), the Métis Nation (District 5 & 6), and all people who make their homes in the Treaty 7 region of Southern Alberta.