Raising a child with challenges such as ADHD, learning disabilities, Aspergers syndrome or autism, or self-regulatory problems is not “parenting as usual”, and therapists must understand the unique issues that these families face. Using a resilience framework, participants will explore family stressors, supports and coping resources, and the relationships among them. Particular attention will be given to the family’s appraisal of the situation and family beliefs that can impede or promote the child’s development and family adaptation. Videotapes will be used to illustrate how to help families move through the grief process, address the co-parenting relationship, and navigate the special education system.

Faculty: Judy Grossman, DrPH, OTR, Associate Director, Center for the Developing Child and Family, Ackerman Institute for the Family; public health and occupational therapy educator; former faculty, NYU, Downstate Medical Center, Yale School of Medicine; published and presented in the areas of prevention, family resilience, early intervention and special education, program development and evaluation, and mental health consultation.

Date: Friday, April 25, 2008
Time: 10 am to 4 pm
Tuition: $115
CE Credits: 5

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