Description
Dr. Emma Sciberras is a Senior Clinical Psychologist and is currently working in the Developmental Assessment and Management Program (DAMP) at Alfred CYMHS. Emma is a honorary research fellow at the Murdoch Children’s Research Institute and is a leader in the area of ADHD research.Associate Professor Daryl Efron is a Paediatrician at the Royal Children’s Hospital and a senior research fellow at the Murdoch Children’s Research Institute. He has a strong interest in neurodisability research and psychopharmacology. He is a recognised clinical and academic leader in developmental paediatrics.
This event will cover:
- What is ADHD and how common is ADHD in autistic children and adolescents.
- Key co-occurring features
- Overview of assessment process for ADHD in the context of autism or autism assessment.
- Best practice supports and practical strategies for ADHD and co-occurring autism.
Trainers
- Dr. Emma Sciberras (Senior Clinical Psychologist) — Alfred ICYMHS
- Daryl Efron (Paediatrician) — Royal Children’s Hospital
Eligibility criteria
Categories:
Capability 9 - Delivering holistic and collaborative assessment and care planning,
Working with infants, children, and younger persons
Disciplines:
Allied Health,
Medical,
Nursing,
Other
Levels:
Introductory
Lifespans:
Child,
Adolescent
09:00 to 12:30 Add to calendar
Online
Subsidised rate of $65 for Victorian CYMHS/CAMHS/ICYMHS, Orygen clinicians, Take Two, Headspace, ACCHO/ACCHS, PMAACC Partner (with email approval), Public Assessment Teams and Childrens' Health & Wellbeing Local (Brimbank-Melton/Loddon-Bendigo/Southern-Monash)
