This will be presented live via webinar on March 22, 2022 and a recording will be available for later access through STAR Institute's Online Learning site. Please register to access the recorded version of the live webinar, even if you are not able to attend live.
This course explores the differences, similarities and connections between ADHD
and disordered sensory processing for both pediatric and adult populations,
with an emphasis on the application of a framework for assessment with a
sensory focus.
Level: Introductory
Length:1 hour
Timeframe for access: Once you first choose to "Launch" this course, you will have 45 days to access the content as often as you like. Your 45-day window for access will not begin until you first click the "Launch" button.
Learning Objectives:
- Summarize the presentations and prevalence of ADHD and disordered sensory processing
- Identify the overlap of SPD and ADHD in presentation and functional impacts
- Describe the role of occupational therapy in the identification of ADHD, disordered sensory processing, and co-occurrence of the conditions
- Recognize the implications for both pediatric and
adult populations of ADHD and disordered sensory processing co-occurrence
Presenter:
Mim
Ochsenbein, MSW, OTR/L
Director of Education (she/her)
Mim Ochsenbein, MSW, OTR/L has been a practicing pediatric occupational
therapist for over 25 years. She received her BSc in Occupational Therapy from
the University of Southern California (USC) in 1996 and her MSW from the
University of California-Los Angeles (UCLA) in 2012. She has received
advanced training in sensory integration (SIPT certification, STAR ProCert1,
STAR ProCert2), listening therapy (Therapeutic Listening, iLs), feeding therapy
(SOS), DIR, mental health (DC:0-5 Diagnostic Classification of Mental Health
Disorders of Infancy and Early Childhood), and infant massage (CIMI). Her work
in occupational therapy with children and youth has occurred in a variety of
settings including early intervention, school based, clinic based, mental
health and private practice. As a social worker, she provided case
management, program development, and program management. Mim has taught both
university level (California State-Dominguez Hills) and professional continuing
education courses since 2013, spoken internationally, and has co-authored works
for professional publications. She has been in her current role at STAR
Institute since 2017 at the invitation of Dr. Lucy Jane Miller, PhD, FAOTA,
OTR.
Presenter Disclosures:
- Mim Ochsenbein serves as Director of Education for STAR Institute
- There are no other relevant financial or
nonfinancial relationships to disclose
Who should attend:
Occupational
therapists, physical therapists, speech language pathologists, educators, child
development specialists, mental health professionals, parents, caregivers, and
other individuals seeking a better understanding of the connections between
ADHD and disordered sensory processing.
Instructional Methods:
PowerPoint lecture
Cancellation Policy:
Because this program is
recorded and accessible at your convenience, cancellations are not typically
accepted. Please contact education@sensoryhealth.org if you have
any questions or concerns.
Do you have a disability that would require special accommodations?
Please contact us at education@sensoryhealth.org and
describe how we can help accommodate your needs.
Continuing Education Credits:
Course Completion Requirements:
Upon
full completion of the course video, participants must complete and pass a quiz
with at least 80% accuracy to receive a certificate of completion.
The views expressed in the following presentation are those of the presenter and do not necessarily reflect those of STAR Institute.