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Online: First 2000 Days – Understanding and Managing ADHD in Early Childhood

Wed 2nd April @ 12:30 pm

This session explores the treatment options for children with ADHD under the age of 6 years when medication is not usually recommended.  It will identify supports for parents and carers.

Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a developmental disorder that begins in early childhood. It affects the brains executive functioning and the ability to self-regulate. Early intervention can assist parents in learning behaviour management skills and strategies to assist their children to improve attention span, and address hyperactivity and impulsivity.

DATE:
Wed 2nd April


TIME:
12:30 pm - 1:30 pm


PROGRAM:

Benefits of attending:

✓ Interactive learning environment and co-management of cases

✓ Decreased professional isolation

✓ Interconnected network of providers including Specialists

✓ Use of case presentations for discussion, feedback and recommendations

✓ Improved outcomes for GPs and their patients, families, and the community

✓ Collaboration and interaction with like-minded colleagues and experts/specialists.

SPEAKERS:

Dr Lisa Collins – GP and First 2000 Days Project Lead

Professor Karen Zwi – Dr Zwi is the Director Clinical Services for Child Youth and Family Health at Northern Sydney Local Health District (NSLHD). She is a Consultant Community Paediatrician at Sydney Children’s Hospital and Conjoint Professor at the University of NSW (UNSW)

Dr Tamasin Meller – Community Paediatrician, NSLHD

TARGET AUDIENCE:

General Practitioners, Nurses, Pharmacists, Allied Health Professionals and anyone working in Community Health with children

LEARNING OUTCOMES:
  • Describe the core diagnostic criteria for ADHD and how to differentiate it from other behavioural concerns
  • Describe key factors to consider before referring children with behavioural issues for specialist assessment or intervention
  • Identify non-medical approaches to managing ADHD and behavioural challenges to discuss with families
  • Identify which specialists and services to involve when managing children with ADHD or behavioural concerns
  • Determine potential cardiac contraindications and safety considerations related to ADHD medications
  • Explore strategies and recourses to support families of children with behavioural issues in their communities
COST:
There is no cost for GPs within the SNHN region to attend this training


ENQUIRIES:

Judy or Robi, Education Coordinators – 9432 8250 or events@snhn.org.au.



REGISTER FOR WEBINAR:
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