About this course: This course will provide an overview of ADHD diagnosis and treatment. Course participants can expect to learn about ADHD as a developmental disorder that begins early in childhood, and participants will also learn about evidence-based approaches for diagnosing ADHD. Following that, two evidence-based treatment approaches (the Daily Report Card and Parenting Strategies) will be introduced. (Note these course activities are informational and are not intended to replace working with a licensed/trained professional). Learning Objectives: Students will be able to identify the behaviors characteristic of ADHD, the components of a diagnosis, and evidence-based treatment procedures that can be used in the school or home. 1. Identify the key areas of functional impairment, symptom presentation, and diagnostic decision-making for youth with ADHD. 2. Develop a behavioral intervention suitable for treating ADHD in the school setting. 3. Apply effective parenting and teaching strategies for supporting youth with ADHD in the home, classroom, and neighborhood.
Created by: The State University of New York, The University at Buffalo
Taught by: Greg Fabiano, Professor
Department of Counseling, School, and Educational Psychology at The State University of New York at Buffalo
| Level | Beginner |
| Commitment | 4 weeks of study, 1-2 hours/week |
| Language | English, Subtitles: Spanish |
| How To Pass | Pass all graded assignments to complete the course. |
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Syllabus
WEEK 1
What is ADHD?
This module introduces the history, course, prevalence, and associated issues important for understanding attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder.
3 videos, 4 readings, 1 practice quiz
- Video: Introductory Video
- Reading: Knowledge of ADHD
- Reading: ADHD Fact Sheets
- Video: New Findings and Treatments for ADHD: What we have Learned and What We Can Do
- Reading: PowerPoint Slides for Module 1, Part I
- Video: Prevalance and Causes
- Reading: PowerPoint Slides for Module 1, Part II
- Practice Quiz: Module 1 Reflection
Graded: Module 1 Quiz
WEEK 2
Methods of assessment for screening
In this module course participants will learn about the components of an evidence-based assessment approach for diagnosing ADHD and planning treatment.
3 videos, 4 readings, 1 practice quiz
- Reading: ADHD Assessments and Symptoms Ratings
- Video: Diagnostic Criteria
- Reading: PowerPoint Slides for Module 2, Part I
- Video: Evidence-Based Assessment
- Reading: PowerPoint Slides for Module 2, Part II
- Video: Aligning Assessment with Treatment
- Reading: PowerPoint Slides for Module 2, Part III
- Practice Quiz: Module 2 Reflection
Graded: Module 2 Quiz
WEEK 3
School-based treatment approaches and the Daily Report Card (DRC)
This module explores the uses of an effective school-based treatment, the Daily Report Card
4 videos, 5 readings, 1 practice quiz
- Reading: Resources for Identifying and Treating Children with ADHD at School and at Home
- Video: Why Use aDaily Report Card (DRC)?
- Reading: PowerPoint Slides for Module 3, Part I
- Video: Structure of the DRC
- Reading: PowerPoint Slides for Module 3, Part II
- Video: Using a DRC - A Scenario
- Video: DRC Consequences
- Reading: PowerPoint Slides for Module 3, Part III
- Reading: Daily Report Card- Resources
- Practice Quiz: Module 3 Reflection
Graded: Module 3 Quiz
WEEK 4
Parenting strategies
This module presents a number of parenting strategies that are best practice for supporting youth with ADHD
2 videos, 3 readings, 2 practice quizzes
- Reading: Resources for Parenting Strategies
- Video: Practical Parenting Strategies: Things You Can Do Today
- Reading: Powerpoint Slides for Module 4
- Practice Quiz: Module 4 Reflection
- Reading: Resources for Writing House Rules and Behavior Contracts
- Practice Quiz: Write your Own House Rules and Behavior Contract
- Video: Brief Summary by Professor Greg Fabiano
Graded: Module 4 Quiz
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great course, very helpful
Muy interesante e informativo para nuestra profesión como psicólogos
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The course material and the videos/lecture were very simple and easy to understand. Every parent and teacher and counselor can make use of this. Thanks Coursera for giving such a wonderful course.