ADHD/LD SEMINAR SERIES 2009-2010

For Parents, Teachers, & Clinicians

Sponsored by

Avner Stern, Ph.D., Behavioral Health Specialists, Inc

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September 21, 2009

A Family Focus to Managing AD/HD

Presenter: Kyle Roste, LSCSW, Behavioral Health Specialists, Inc

This presentation deals with the ways child & teen AD/HD impacts family members, including siblings, and practical ways to manage as a family.

 

October 19, 2009

Discover Your AD/HD Child's Need for Speed

Presenter: Michelle Benton, ACG, FocalPoint Coaching, LLC

Learn what drives your AD/HD child to seek stimulation and how it helps them pay attention. Gather tips & strategies to incorporate stimulation into the classroom, at home, & homework.

           

November 16, 2009 **

Cogmed Working Memory Training: A Research-Supported, Non-Medical Intervention for AD/HD & Memory Problems

Presenters: Avner Stern, Ph.D., Michelle Benton, ACG, Kay Grossman, MA (Cogmed Certified Coaches)  

Information is provided about this important evidence-based intervention for AD/HD and other learning problems.  Parents and children who have gone through the training will discuss how it has helped them.

 

January 25, 2010

            Learning & Family Issues for Children & Teens with Asperger's Divergence

            Presenter: David Bennett, Ph.D., Children's Mercy Hospital and Clinics

Primarily for parents and educators, this presentation deals with the subtle learning, social, and behavioral                 issues of children & teens with Asperger's. Practical advice will be given.  

 

February 22, 2010

Dyslexia or Not. What Should We Do?

Presenter: Trudy Stegelman Odle, MS.ED, Horizon Academy

Learn about the different forms reading difficulties can take, the major reasons why reading skills may not develop, and how we can provide the best possible program for success.

 

March 29, 2010

How to Obtain a Good Evaluation & Documentation for AD/HD & LD Students Transitioning to College

Presenter: Avner Stern, Ph.D., Behavioral Health Specialists, Inc

For parents of students with AD/HD & LD, this presentation provides practical guidance on how to obtain adequate evidence-based evaluations. Appropriate instructional and test-taking accommodations will be discussed.

 

May 10, 2010 **

Cogmed Working Memory Training: A Research-Supported, Non-Medical Intervention for AD/HD & Memory Problems

Presenters: Avner Stern, Ph.D., Michelle Benton, ACG, Kay Grossman, MA (Cogmed Certified Coaches)  

Information is provided about this important evidence-based intervention for AD/HD and other learning problems.  Parents and children who have gone through the training will discuss how it has helped them.

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LOCATION:

TIME: 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 pm

COST: $10 per seminar per person, payable at the door. No pre-registration needed.

For information: , or (913) 906-9559, ext. 106

** No charge for these presentations