Description
1.7 million reportedly have ADHD according to the Center for Disease Control in 2024 between the ages of 3 and 17. Given this statistic, it is not surprising that a significant number of children in play therapy have ADHD. This training will examine diagnostic criteria, current trends in treatment to include biofeedback, medication management, and behavior management. Additionally, parenting strategies will be discussed. This training is important for play therapists and will include directive and non-directive strategies.
Instructor
Sonia Hinds is the Founder and CEO of Chesapeake Beach Professional Seminars and the Founder and Director for Barstow Acres Children’s Center which is a non-profit organization that provides mental health services to children and adults. She received her master’s degree in Mental Health Nursing from Howard University. She has served as a U.S. Army Nurse and is a Board Certified- Advanced Psychiatric Registered Nurse.
Agenda & Learning Objectives
AGENDA:
12:50 – 1:00 Log on
1:00 – 1:30 DSM-V diagnostic criteria for ADHD
1:30 – 2:30 Behavioral and social challenges
2:30 – 2:45 BREAK
2:45 – 3:00 Medications used to manage ADHD symptoms in children
3:00 – 3:45 Identify interventions
3:45 – 4:15 Summary and questions
4:15 Adjournment
LEARNING OBJECTIVES:
Upon the completion of this workshop, participants will be able to:
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State the DSM-V diagnostic criteria for ADHD
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Describe behavioral and social challenges that children with ADHD experience in the home, community and school settings.
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Identify the therapeutic value and the pros and cons of stimulants, non-stimulants and other medications used to manage ADHD symptoms in children
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Identify interventions including directive and non-directive play therapy interventions
Bibliography & References
BIBLIOGRAPHY & REFERENCES
Barkley, R. (2020). Taking Charge of ADHD, The Complete, Authoritative Guide for Parents. Guilford Publisher, June 12, 2020.
Landreth, G. (2023). Play Therapy, the Art of the Relationship. 4th Edition, New York: Routledge, eBook.
Neuropediatrics 2020, Oct:51(5) 315-335. ADHD: Current Concepts and Treatments in Children and Adolescents.
Problematic use of digital media in children and adolescents with a diagnosis of ADHD compared to controls. A meta-analysis. Werling A,M., Kuzhippallil S., Emery S. Walitza. J Behav addict. 2022, May 13:11(2) 305-25.
“Your child should not return”: Pre-school expulsion among children with ADHD as an early indicator of later risks. Claussen A.H., Wolicki, S.B., Danielson M.L., Hutchins, H.J. J Dev Beh Pediatric 2024: 45 (2), e203-e 210.
Target Audience
Social Workers, LCPCs, and Psychologists
We welcome anyone interested in the topic!
Late Fees and Refunds
The base price is $70, which includes CE credit.
Late Fee: On 4/11/2025, a non-refundable late fee of $20 is added to the base price. Late fees cannot be refunded or applied to account credit.
Cancellations: **ALL cancellations will be subjected to a $35.00 administration fee.** To be eligible for a refund or CPE account credit, cancellations must be made at least 24 hours before the workshop.
For more information, please read the general policies on our website.
ADA Accommodations
If you are requesting ADA accommodations, please contact our office via email at least two weeks prior to the workshop date. Requests after that date may not be fulfilled.
Our email address is cpe@ssw.umaryland.edu.
Evaluation
Participants will have access to the evaluation after attendance has been verified. Evaluations will be available for one (1) week after the workshop has ended.
After one (1) week, participants will no longer have access to the evaluation and will have to contact CPE about reactivation.
