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ADHD in 2019: Learning’s from Ireland’s Specialist ADHD service in CAMHS

It is very common for ADHD in children to present together with other developmental and/or mental health problems, such as oppositional and attachment disorders, Tourette’s syndrome, autism spectrum disorders and anxiety disorders. No single risk factor explains ADHD, but a mix of genetic and environmental factors working together that looks likely to be the cause.

ADHD Masterclass

Neuroscience provides a rational basis for the discovery of new and/or more effective treatments for ADHD. Over the last twenty years our view of ADHD neurobiology has changed considerably, with modern views emphasising its complexity and heterogeneity.

ADHD Masterclass

Neuroscience provides a rational basis for the discovery of new and/or more effective treatments for ADHD.

ADHD and Depression

Includes talks from Professor Sinead Rhodes, Dr. Olga Eyre, and Dr. Ramya Srinivasan.

Event type

Expert knowledge session

Understanding mental health challenges in autism and ADHD: A focus on schools as a source of emotional burden

The aim of this event is to share insights and outputs from Regulating Emotions – Strengthening Adolescent Resilience (RE-STAR), a UKRI-funded research programme which is trying understand why young neurodivergent people are at elevated risk for mental health problems.

Event type

FREE live stream

Location

FREE live stream

ADHD in CYP with autism, and pharmacological treatment ‘CAMHS around the Campfire’ – FREE

FREE virtual journal club #CAMHScampfire welcomes Dr. Stephanie Ameis as we discuss her JCPP ‘Practitioner Review: Pharmacological treatment of attention‐deficit/hyperactivity disorder symptoms in children and youth with autism spectrum disorder: a systematic review and meta‐analysis’.

Supporting Healthy Behaviours in Children with ADHD

Join us for an insightful and practical webinar on empowering children with ADHD to build healthy habits for life!

ADHD Masterclass online via Zoom

A unique opportunity to have the world’s leading experts on ADHD in your home, as we bring present our renowned ‘Masterclass Series’

Cognitive Disengagement Syndrome (CDS): Understanding, Assessment and Clinical Considerations

Led by Professor Stephen Becker, the session will provide an overview of CDS, consider validated assessment measures and differential diagnosis, and examine the current evidence around treatment and practical considerations for clinicians working with children, young people and families.

Event type

Update session

Location

Online

Maltreatment, Trauma-Related Disorders, and Their Interplay with Neurodivergence

Prof Helen Minnis leads a session about the trauma and stressor related disorders of childhood, known as Reactive Attachment Disorder (RAD) and Disinhibited Social Engagement Disorder (DSED). These are disorders thought to be ‘caused’ by maltreatment (abuse and neglect). We aim to raise your awareness about RAD & DSED and to enable you with the skills to recognise associated behaviours in children and young people who you work.

Event type

Advanced session