Trauma or ADHD: Trauma-Informed Tools for Working with ADHD
Summary
ADHD is the most studied diagnosis of children and adults. This course will discuss the latest research findings, provide greater understanding of the effects ADHD has on the brain and how these effects are very similar to those left on the brain by traumatic experiences. We will discuss the spectrum of trauma, and how even small sometimes unnoticed brain injuries can cause symptoms comparable to those recognized as common ADHD symptoms. We will draw a clear connection between the spectrum of trauma and ADHD.
In the second half of the 4 hour course we will focus on learning trauma informed practice skills to create a more effective setting for supportive treatment of individuals with ADHD and/or traumatic experiences. Using the research to guide our work we will discuss somatic awareness and tools to build safety for a positive healing environment. Giving participants the opportunity to gain tools and understanding around how to help clients who are struggling to understand their own behaviors.
Describe the trauma spectrum of events and how trauma affects our brain functionality.
Describe ADHD symptoms and how our brain functionality affects our ability to learn.
Explain why working in a trauma-informed way is more effective than a non-trauma-informed way when working with all clients.
Describe specific tools and skills to use with client with ADHD and/or trauma injuries.
Agenda
Date
Time
Description
March 13, 2020
8:30am - 9:00am
Introduction To Trauma Response
March 13, 2020
9:00am - 9:30am
Introduction To ADHD: An Understanding of Dysregulation
March 13, 2020
9:30am - 10:00am
Similarities Between the Two
March 13, 2020
10:00am - 10:30am
Brain Responses To Trauma and ADHD
March 13, 2020
10:30am - 11:00am
Trauma Informed Tools to Manage
March 13, 2020
11:00am - 12:00pm
Practice
March 13, 2020
12:00pm - 12:30pm
Feedback/Responses/Questions
Instructors
Hillary M. Baldwin-Steller
Ashlea Walton
webinar (synchronous interactive)
Sessions
9/25/2020 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
CE Contact Hours
3 regular synchronous interactive
Skill Level
Intermediate
Location
U-M School of Social Work 1080 South University Avenue Ann Arbor, Michigan 48109
Room: 1840 (ECC)
Fees
$85.00
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