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To validate the achievement of the learning objectives, a final evaluation in the form of true/false questions is required. It must be completed in order to obtain the certificate of completion. In addition, an optional self-assessment is offered at the beginning and end of the course, allowing you to measure your progress on the targeted skills.

I have a disability. Can I receive specific support?

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After your registration, the course is accessible anytime and from anywhere with unlimited access.

When does the course start?

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Is there a student rate?

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Course: Optimizing Success with ADHD in children and teens

Overview

Attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a complex, heterogeneous disorder of behavioural inhibition that impairs executive functioning, which leads to difficulties with self-regulation, organizing and planning behaviours, attention and distractibility. When left unmanaged, ADHD is associated with long-term pervasive impairment across all areas of functioning.

Given the substantial risk for children and youth with ADHD, developing effective interventions to promote success is critical to mitigate associated impairments and long-term risks.

In this workshop, clinicians will develop a comprehensive understanding of ADHD to foster student well-being and growth in all areas of functioning.

Participants will learn about:

How the ADHD brain works.
How executive functioning deficits manifest.
How to teach self-regulation.
How to support the ADHD brain and nurture the child’s overall social, emotional, and behavioral functioning.

Practical case-base material is presented so participants can easily adapt strategies to meet the unique needs of children and youth.

When managed effectively, ADHD is an asset that supports individuals’ successes. There are so many positive qualities of ADHD that need to be celebrated, which are also addressed.

By the end of this workshop, participants will have a renewed outlook on ADHD, and they will be better equipped to design and implement effective intervention programs for children and teens with ADHD.

Download the program

6h of continuing education
36 lessons that last from 5 to 15 minutes each
1 certificate of achievement
1 PowerPoint
1 bibliography
1 course evaluation
7-day money back guarantee
Unlimited access
96% of participants who completed the satisfaction survey declare they would recommend this course to a colleague

Accreditation

Ordre des Psychologues du Québec

Canadian Psychological Association

Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association

Collège des médecins du Québec

For physicians who practice psychotherapy, training recognized by the Ordre des psychologues du Québec is automatically considered as activities adopted by the Collège des médecins, in accordance with Article 3 of the Regulation.

For physicians who do not practice psychotherapy, the College evaluates each recognition request based on the following criteria:

the relevance of the activity to the practice of the profession
the skills and experience of the trainer
the quality of the content and its adequacy with the physician's practice
the pedagogical framework of the activity
the quality of the documentation provided
compliance with the training objectives set out in the regulation
the presence of a certificate of participation or an evaluation

About the expert

Dr. Caroline Buzanko is a registered psychologist, clinical director of Koru Family Psychology in Alberta, and adjunct assistant professor at the University of Calgary. With over twenty years of clinical experience, she specializes in neurodevelopmental assessment and intervention for children, adolescents, and families.

Dr. Buzanko is internationally recognized for her expertise in comprehensive psychological assessment, particularly in differential diagnosis of ADHD and other neurodevelopmental conditions. Her clinical work emphasizes neuroaffirmative, strengths-based approaches that honor neurodiversity while addressing functional impairment across home, school, and community settings.

As a sought-after international speaker and trainer, Dr. Buzanko has trained thousands of mental health professionals and educators in evidence-based assessment and intervention strategies. Her work focuses on translating diagnostic data into meaningful intervention planning, promoting collaborative relationships with families, and developing ecologically valid assessment approaches that capture real-world functioning.

Dr. Buzanko's clinical philosophy centers on maximizing confidence, forging resilience, and fostering strong connections for neurodivergent individuals and their families. She is passionate about training clinicians to conduct diagnostically precise assessments that lead to actionable outcomes and long-term success for clients across the lifespan.

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Learning objectives

Develop a deep understanding of ADHD and executive functions and how to optimize key assets
Understand self-regulation, stress behaviour, and misbehaviour
Implement strategies to support positive behaviours and effective behaviour management
Implement practical strategies help ADHD children and teens in all areas of functioning.

Learning material

A theoretical course illustrated with clinical examples. This course is composed of videos of 5 to 15 minutes each. The PowerPoint of the course to download.

Syllabus

PowerPoint
Understanding the ADHD Brain and Executive Functions
1. Presentation
2. The ADHD Brain
3. ADHD A disorder of executive functions
4. Executive Functions (EF)
5. Developmental transitions and progression
Teenagers with ADHD: Challenges and Interventions
6. The ADHD brain of teenagers
7. The flipside of what adults see as problematic
8. Intervention
9. The role of emotions
10. The right environment
Communication, Learning, and Building Skills
11. Connection and communication styles
12. Validation and effective communication
13. Externalize motivation
14. Effective teaching
15. Perception and understanding
Promoting Independence, Productivity, and Self-Regulation
16. Optimizing architecture
17. The video game model
18. Key to success- self-efficacy
19. Closing the EF gap
20. Capitalize on EF skills
21. Behavior inhibition
22. Working memory
23. The problem of sequencing and dependency
24. Promoting learning
25. The big picture
26. Scaffold to independence
27. Becoming time masters
28. Individual worl system
29. Improving productivity and motivation
30. Teaching focus
31. Optimizing self-regulation
32. Managing big emotions
33. Co-regulation and self-regulation
34. Self-monitoring
35. Goal setting
36. Conclusion
Bibliography

CE Credits

Download a certificate of successful completion.

Audience

This training is intended for mental health professionals.

Your comments

"The delivery of the course made it easier to empathise with young people with ADHD and the suggestions were supportive." (automatically translated)
A mental health professional

"The course was very detailed and offered many strategies to use with children and youth."
A psychologist (Canada)

Registration

$200.00 - Individual price Group price

Download the program

6h of continuing education
36 lessons that last from 5 to 15 minutes each
1 certificate of achievement
1 PowerPoint
1 bibliography
1 course evaluation
7-day money back guarantee
Unlimited access

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Frequently asked questions

Is there an evaluation at the end of the course?

To validate the achievement of the learning objectives, a final evaluation in the form of true/false questions is required. It must be completed in order to obtain the certificate of completion.

In addition, an optional self-assessment is offered at the beginning and end of the course, allowing you to measure your progress on the targeted skills.

These evaluations are not graded and are intended primarily to support your professional reflection.
How long do I have access to the course?

After your registration, the course is accessible anytime and from anywhere with unlimited access.
When does the course start?

That is entirely up to you! When you buy a course, you'll receive an access link that you can activate when you want.
Is there a student rate?

Yes there is! Learn more and request your student discount.

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Supporting the Development of the ADHD Brain in Children and Teens

Dr. Caroline Buzanko, Psychologist