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Rehabilitation Strategies For Persons with Dementia And Neuropsychiatric Conditions: What's The Evidence?
Presented by Dennis Klima, PT, MS, PhD, GCS, NCS
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Course: #6261Level: Intermediate2 Hours
Current rehabilitation approaches for patients with a variety of neuropsychiatric conditions, including dementia, schizophrenia, and functional movement disorders, will be addressed in this course. Evidence-based innovative interventions will target a variety of mobility and AOL limitations to enhance patients' function and overall quality of life and reduce caregiver burden.

Alzheimer's and Other Dementias: Overview for Healthcare Professionals
Presented by Megan L. Malone, MA, CCC-SLP
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Course: #9585Level: Introductory1 Hour
An overview for healthcare professionals about Alzheimer’s disease and related disorders is provided in this course. Characteristics of the dementias, such as symptoms, progression, and how they are diagnosed, are described. Care planning strategies for improving communication with patients and families, understanding and managing behavioral challenges, and promoting independence are also discussed.

Alzheimer’s 101: An Overview for Healthcare Professionals
Presented by Megan L. Malone, MA, CCC-SLP, Jennifer Loehr, MA, CCC-SLP
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Course: #9574Level: Introductory2 Hours
An overview for the healthcare professional about Alzheimer's disease and related disorders is provided in this course. Strategies for assessment and diagnosis, improving communication with patients, understanding and managing behavioral challenges, care planning and promoting independence are discussed. Methods for supporting family and caregivers are also described.

Thinking About Thinking: SLP/OT Collaboration In Assessment And Treatment Of Cognition
Presented by Angela Reimer, OTD, MOT, OTR, CBIST, Jessica Durkovich, MA, CCC-SLP
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Course: #6086Level: Advanced4 Hours
Master skills to implement in your practice immediately with continued Master Class. Assessment and treatment of cognitive deficits, as well as interdisciplinary collaboration to improve patient outcomes, will be the focus of this course. Resources and interventions will be provided to translate learning immediately into clinical practice.

The Pruning Effect On The Teenage Brain (It’s Not Just Hormones)
Presented by Tere Bowen-Irish, OTR/L
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Course: #6103Level: Intermediate1 Hour
Adolescent brain changes during puberty will be highlighted in this course. We will consider how these changes may affect behaviors and participation in life tasks. What we used to blame on hormones is now attributed to a pruning effect that helps the brain become more specialized. As educators, this information is crucial when planning interventions.

Addressing Executive Function Deficits For Return To Work Following A Brain Injury
Presented by Yvonne Monti, OTD, OTR/L
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Course: #6028Level: Intermediate1 Hour
An overview of executive functioning deficits that persist following a brain injury, interfering with an individual’s ability to return to their prior employment, will be reviewed. The course will also provide education on client-centered executive function assessments and occupation-based interventions to assist with return to work.

Safe And Sound: Training Occupational Therapists To Enhance Autism Safety And Support
Presented by Tara Warwick, OTD, MS, OTR/L
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Course: #6027Level: Introductory1 Hour
The necessary skills and knowledge for occupational therapists to create a safe environment for individuals with autism in various settings will be reviewed in this comprehensive course. Through interactive sessions and practical strategies, therapists will learn effective techniques to address safety concerns, implement preventive measures, and provide crucial support to ensure the well-being of individuals with autism.

Cognitive Interventions In The Home: A Practical Approach For OT Professionals
Presented by Krista Covell-Pierson, OTR/L, BCB-PMD
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Course: #5963Level: Introductory1 Hour
Becoming skilled in addressing cognition serves practitioners in all settings as it may be the key to patients reaching their maximum level of performance. This course aims to elevate OT practitioners' skillsets when working with patients with cognitive impairments.

ADHD In Adolescence: Enhancing Success For Middle And High School Students
Presented by Elisabeth Bahr, OTD, MS, OT/L
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Course: #5991Level: Introductory1 Hour
Occupational therapists working with middle and high school adolescents with ADHD are provided with evidence-based strategies and interventions in this 1-hour workshop. Participants will explore practical approaches to support these students in achieving academic success, enhancing social skills, and managing their symptoms effectively in a more complex school environment.

ADHD In Action: Empowering Occupational Therapy Practitioners In Elementary Schools
Presented by Elisabeth Bahr, OTD, MS, OT/L
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Course: #5988Level: Introductory1 Hour
Rehabilitation professionals working with children with ADHD in school settings will be educated on evidence-based strategies and creative interventions in this workshop. Participants will explore practical approaches to support these children in achieving academic success, enhancing social skills, and optimizing their school function.

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