RIPA CE Workshops

Workshop D
Friday, April 7, 2006

8:30 am - Noon

3 Credits

"Diagnosis and Treament of
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
in Children and Adolescents --
The Latest Trends and Developments "

Featured Speaker:
Daniel Marwil, M.D.

The Workshop: We will review the latest information on the neurologic and genetic basis of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder. We will discuss the comorbid problems associated with ADHD and how they may impact the diagnostic process. We will discuss the psychopharmacology of ADHD and review the most recent additions to the medical treatment plan. The role of non-medical therapies, family education and school-based interventions will also be discussed. Case presentations will be used to illustrate each of the above issues. This program is for all mental health professionals.

Learning Objectives -- Participants will learn:

1. The neurologic and genetic basis of ADHD and its comorbidities.

2. The impact comorbidities have on the diagnostic process.

3. What medications can and cannot do in the treatment of ADHD.

4. The latest trends and developments in the ADHD field.

Daniel Marwil, M.D. is a Neurodevelopmental Pediatrician and Clinical Instructor in Pediatrics at Brown Medical School. Dr. Marwil has over 20 years of clinical experience in the diagnosis and treat-
ment of ADHD. He has taught classes, led workshops and spoken extensively to parent and professional groups on the subject.

Location: Radisson Airport Hotel, Warwick, RI (click here for directions)

Cost: $45.00 for RIPA Members, $60.00 for non-members (Click here to Join RIPA)

Parking and Lunch: The fee includes refreshment breaks. Lunch is on your own. Free parking is available in the Radisson Airport Hotel parking lot.

Special Discount: A discount is provided for an individual who registers for multiple workshops at the same time. A $10 discount is provided for registry for (2) workshops and a $20 discount is provided for registry for (3) or more workshops.

Registration Form: To view/print a flyer in PDF format* with full details about this program and a registration form, click here. For registration form only in PDF format*, click here.

For more details about attendance and CE credits, click here.

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