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About the Course

  • Access

    You will have access to the course for 90 days after enrollment. This is an asynchronous, self-study course.

  • PAA Members Discount

    The PAA offers discounts to our members. Enroll in the course through your member portal on our main website to access members-only pricing.

  • Continuing Education

    Upon completion of the course, you will receive a certificate of completion, eligible for one and a half (1.5) CE credits.

Abstract

With a focus on the interplay between ADHD and Mental Health across the lifespan, this webinar is a continuation of Part 1 of the “Beyond Series” (Beyond Diagnosis) but can be attended as independent of the series. In this session, we integrate principles of positive psychology and cognitive neuroscience to help practitioners foster resilience and well-being in clients with complex ADHD and mental health profiles.

In this 1.5-hour webinar, we will discuss the latest research on the neurocognitive underpinnings of ADHD, including differences in brain structure and function; provide a comprehensive overview of specific executive functions (e.g., working memory, planning, organization, emotional regulation) and how they are commonly impacted in ADHD and mental illness; and analyze case studies highlighting the diverse presentations of ADHD and the challenges of differential diagnosis to empower your approach to working with this often-misunderstood population.

Learning Objectives

  • Childhood and Adolescence: Early signs of ADHD and their impact on social, emotional, and academic development.

  • Transition to Adulthood: Unique challenges faced by adults with ADHD, including relationships, work, and self-esteem.

  • Women and ADHD: Addressing the underdiagnosis and misdiagnosis of ADHD in women, we highlight the importance of gender-sensitive assessment and treatment.

  • Debunking common myths and misconceptions: We work to unmask ADHD in the therapy room, while exploring the complexities of diagnosing ADHD in the presence of co-occurring mental health disorders like anxiety, depression, and mood disorders, especially for adults and women.

Larissa Predy

Larissa Predy has over 20 years of experience working with individuals with developmental disorders in various settings. She has specialized in all-ages assessment and treatment of ADHD, Autism, learning differences, exceptionalities, behaviour problems, personality, and parenting concerns for ~15 years. Larissa received her MA in School & Child Psychology from UBC after completing her BA in Psychology at Vancouver Island University. After several years in research and practice, she returned to complete her doctorate at the University of Alberta (UofA) and is presently a doctoral candidate (ABD!) in Cognitive Developmental Psychology, specializing in measurement and conceptualization of executive functioning through transitions and across the lifespan. She has enjoyed teaching Adolescent Development, Emotional Development, and Abnormal Psychology at the UofA over the past 5 years.

CE Credits

The Psychologists' Association of Alberta (PAA) is approved by the Canadian Psychological Association (CPA) to offer Continuing Education (CE) for psychologists. This workshop is offered for one and a half (1.5) hours of CE credit. A full view of the course materials is required to receive Continuing Education Credits. Partial credit will not be awarded. Credits will not be awarded if registration in the course expires prior to completion of the course. PAA maintains responsibility for the program.

Credits: 1.5

Cancellation Policy

Upon purchase, the product will be available for 90 days.

Cancellation and refunds may be applied for by email or phone call to the PAA CPD Officer. Cancellations received within 24 hours of registration for the Continuing Professional Development activity will receive a full refund of the registration fee, given no CE Certificate was issued. Cancellations received within 48 hours of registration for the Continuing Professional Development activity will receive a full refund of the registration fee, less a $35.00 + GST processing fee, given no CE certificate was issued. After 48 hours of purchase, no refunds will be issued.