Understanding Attention Deficit Disorders

Thursday, January 12, 2006
8:30 a.m. (check-in and refreshments)
Morning Session 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon
12:00-1:00 p.m. Lunch
Afternoon Session 1:00 – 4:00 p.m.
Best Western - Prairie Inn, Morris (Highway 28)

Patricipants may register for the full day workshop or just the morning or afternoon session.

MORNING SESSION (9:00 a.m.-12:00 noon)
Understanding Attention Deficit Disorders
Those people who have undiagnosed or untreated Attention Deficit Disorders or have not received the help they need to deal with this condition are at high risk for underachievement, school, and work and life management problems in spite of being intelligent and talented. This presentation will explain this neurological disorder and how it affects the person who has it. Participants will also learn the specific areas where help is needed.

Goals and Objectives:

1. To learn the three types of AD/HD
2. To recognize the symptoms of AD/HD
3. To learn and understand the neurological problems including executive functions that are common to those who have AD/HD
4. To know other conditions often seen in those who have AD/HD
5. To know the ways in which AD/HD is treated
6. To know the basic skills that must be learned to deal with problems associated with AD/HD

AFTERNOON SESSION (1:00-4:00 p.m.)
Strategies for Working with Attention Deficit Disorders
ADD/ADHD is a neurological disorder that is very complex and impacts these people personally, in their school or work life and in their family and social relationships. This presentation will explain to professionals the most current explanation of this disorder, the problems associated with it and some practical strategies for dealing with this population.

Goals and Objectives:

1. To learn the multimodal treatment approach to deal with AD/HD
2. To learn what role medication plays in dealing with AD/HD
3. To recognize the difference between AD/HD and Oppositional Defiant Disorder
4. To understand the various skills and strategies that those with AD/HD need in order to be successful in life

Cost
• $45 for morning session (3.0 CEUs*) includes morning refreshments and lunch

• $45 for afternoon session (3.0 CEUs*) includes lunch and afternoon refreshments

• $80 for both sessions (6.0 CEUs*)

*CEUs have been applied for through the Minnesota Board of Social Work.

Registration Information
NEW!
1) Register online:
http://www.morris.umn.edu/cerp/conferences/human_services/form.html
(mail your check to the address below)

OR

2) Download the registration form, complete it and mail or fax it to:

Continuing Education, Regional Programs and Summer Session
225 Community Services Building
600 E. 4th St.
Morris, MN 56267

Registration Deadline:
Friday, January 6
Register early - space is limited!

If you need special accommodations, please contact us.

For more registration information, contact:
Jean Sasek - Continuing Education, UMM
320.589.6450 or 800.842.0030, sasekj@morris.umn.edu

For more information on Human Services Programming at UMM:
Karen Ellis - Continuing Education, UMM
320.589.6463 or 800.842.0030, elliskj@morris.umn.edu