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Understanding Adult ADHD

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EXPERTS:  Dr. G. Parhar & Dr. Anita Parhar 3-week program: Thursdays February 22, February 29, & March 7, 2024 ADHD impacts all areas of life, and understanding is a pivotal starting point for moving forward. This program is designed for those who are newly diagnosed and are embarking on a personal journey of self-discovery.  Join us […]

40CAD$

Normal Shmormal Comedy Show

Paperny JCC 1607, 90th AVE SW, Calgary, Alberta, Canada

EXPERT: Ashley Blaker Renowned for his inspirational standup comedy show based on his latest book, "Normal Shmormal", Ashely Blaker will be sharing the "joys and challenges of parenting a child with additional needs". Parenting a child with a disability is often more stressful than funny, but this is a rare opportunity to enjoy the lighter […]

FREE

Eating Disorders & ADHD: What You Need to Know About ARFID, Anorexia, and Others

Online Meeting

EXPERT: Christine Peat, Ph.D. Eating disorders are serious mental health conditions that often go undetected and untreated. An estimated 28 million Americans will struggle with an eating disorder at some point in their lifetime, but only some of these individuals will receive the care they need. Given the high rate of comorbidity between eating disorders and ADHD, […]

FREE

PADRA Post-Secondary Transition Event

St. Mary's University, Calgary 14500 Bannister Road SE, Calgary, Alberta, Canada

EXPERTS: Calgary chapter of the Post-secondary Accessibility and Disability Resource Association, Alberta (PADRA) This event will provide an overview of information about accessing academic accommodations in the post-secondary environment in Alberta. The information session is followed by an audience Q & A and then a student panel discussion in which current post-secondary students will speak […]

FREE

Forgetful and Fretful: Untangling ADHD and Anxiety

Foothills Academy Community Services 745 - 37 Street NW, Calgary, Alberta, Canada

EXPERT: Dr. Sterling Sparshu ADHD and anxiety have a complicated relationship. They can be difficult to tell apart and one can mimic the other. All too often though they arrive together with over a quarter of youth with ADHD also having an anxiety disorder. This can delay diagnosis, increase impairment and make treatment more challenging. […]

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Push To Heal – Skateboarding as a Tool for Regulation, Connection, and Education

Online Meeting

EXPERT: Joel Pippus, CYC Cert.; Training and Education Facilitator and Push To Heal Project Lead at Pathways to Prevention: A Centre for Childhood Trauma, Hull Services Talking Points: 1. The story of Push To Heal and what we have learned along the way 2. Skateboarding as a whole-brain activity and tool for healing from past […]

FREE

Empowering Education: Navigating the Nuances of Neurodiversity

Online Meeting

EXPERT: Megan Russell Join us as we explore effective learning principles backed by research studies. We will share invaluable insights into optimized study at home habits and techniques, and discover beneficial learning approaches to support your child's unique learning journey. Empower yourself with the latest information on creating an inclusive and supportive educational environment. Let's […]

10CAD$

The Intersection of Reading & Writing Symposium

Online Meeting

A Free Day of Literacy Learning! Join this distinguished panel of literacy and education experts as they explore and present the latest research and best practices in reading and writing for neurodivergent students. Moderator: Dr. Katie Pace Miles, Associate Professor, Brooklyn College, CUNY Presenters: Dr. Sonia Cabell, Associate Professor, School of Teacher Education and Florida Center […]

FREE

Rethinking Challenging Kids – An Introduction to Collaborative Problem Solving

Online Meeting

EXPERT: Matt Sticksl Working with children and teens struggling with 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 for working with children and youth with challenging behaviours.  This session is a CPS Introductory Training. During the session we will […]

20CAD$

Oversharing and Underinvesting: ADHD Social Traps

Online Meeting

EXPERT:  Caroline Maguire, M.Ed., ACCG, PCC Interrupting conversations. Appearing not to listen. Revealing too much personal information. Making friends as an adult with ADHD is hard for all these reasons and more. We know that friendship brings physical and mental health benefits, but that doesn’t mitigate the challenge that many adults experience making and keeping friends. Overinvesting […]

FREE

Complementary & Alternative Treatments for ADHD: What Every Clinician Needs to Know

Online Meeting

EXPERT: Dr. Andrew Adesman Parents of children with ADHD are often reluctant to consider medication as a first-line treatment approach despite the expansive body of research documenting not only that it is the single most effective treatment for this condition, but that it is also very safe and generally well-tolerated. Instead, for a multitude of […]

25US$

Talk Saves Lives: Preventing Deaths from Suicide

Online Meeting

EXPERT: Steven Schonfeld, MD Many people struggling with feelings of depression and hopelessness might think about ending their own lives. Sadly, this is a big reason why many people die in the United States, even though it could have been prevented. It doesn't matter who you are, people across all demographics and socioeconomic backgrounds, can […]

FREE

Toxic Relationship Interventions for Teens with ADHD

Online Meeting

EXPERT: Stephanie Sarkis, Ph.D. Toxic relationships disproportionately impact individuals with ADHD. Adolescents with ADHD are at particularly high risk due to slow executive function development, low self-esteem, increased life stressors, and difficulties sustaining connections with others. Led by Stephanie Sarkis Ph.D., this webinar aims to provide valuable insights for parents, educators, and mental health professionals on […]

FREE

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