The American Psychiatric Association (APA) is releasing a fifth edition of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM®) in May 2013. Attend this 90-minute webcast and find out how the proposed changes may impact childhood disorders and your standard of practice. Dr. Sarkis and Dr. Tuckman are both authors and specialists in ADHD and related disorders and they will teach you how these proposed changes in the DSM® can influence your practice, influence diagnosis, and change exceptional education classifications in the schools.
You will discover how: “Autism Spectrum Disorder” diagnosis is being proposed as an “umbrella” and a replacement for Asperger’s Disorder, Autistic Disorder, and other related disorders The age criteria for Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder may be changing, possibly making it easier to diagnose adults with ADHD properly “Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder” is being proposed as a result of concerns related to the diagnosis of Bipolar Disorder in children Reactive Attachment Disorder may be divided into two separate disorders, and why this change is being proposed Proposed changes in disorders of childhood and adolescence may increase or decrease the diagnosis of particular disorders Therapeutic techniques may change as a result of these proposed disorders
OUTLINE
Evolution of the DSM®
A Foundational Framework for DSM-5®
Childhood Disorders – Proposed Changes
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorders Autistic Spectrum Disorder Reactive Attachment Disorder
Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder New disorder in DSM-5® Bipolar Disorder
How these proposed changes affect clinicians
Diagnoses of students IEP classifications Therapeutic techniques Increase/decrease chances of diagnosis of particular disorders
OBJECTIVES
Explain how the DSM5 was developed. Describe the proposed changes to the diagnostic criteria for ADHD.
ABOUT THE SPEAKERS
Stephanie Sarkis Ph.D., NCC LMHC,is the author of four books: the bestselling 10 Simple Solutions to Adult ADD: How to Overcome Chronic Distraction & Accomplish Your Goals (2nd edition, 2011); Adult ADD: A Guide for the Newly Diagnosed (2011); ADD and Your Money: A Guide to Personal Finance for Adults with Attention Deficit Disorder (2009); and Making the Grade with ADD: A Student’s Guide to Succeeding in College with Attention Deficit Disorder (2008).
Dr. Sarkis is a blogger for Psychology Today and The Huffington Post. She is an adjunct assistant professor at Florida Atlantic University (FAU) and is a sub-investigator at FAU Clinical Research Studies. She is also a National Certified Counselor (NCC) and Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) based in Boca Raton, Florida, where she also has a private practice. In 2001, shereceived an American Psychological Association Outstanding Dissertation Award for her research on executive functions and their impact on pediatric comorbid ADHD.
Dr. Sarkis has been published numerous times, including in the Journal of Attention Disorders, the National Psychologist, and The ADHD Report. She has presented numerous venues, including ACA, CHADD, ICP, and for PESI. She has made several media appearances, including CNN “Health Minute”, ABC News, Fox News, Sirius Satellite Radio, Woman’s Day, and First Business Television. Dr. Sarkis is featured in the book The Gift of Adult ADD by Lara Honos-Webb Ph.D. Dr. Sarkis, in conjunction with the Attention Deficit Disorder Association (ADDA), created the Moulton-Farnsworth Scholarship for college students with ADHD. Dr. Sarkis’ website is www.stephaniesarkis.com.
Ari Tuckman, Psy.D., MBA is a psychologist in private practice, specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of ADHD. He is the author of two critically-acclaimed books: More Attention, Less Deficit: Success Strategies for Adults with ADHD (2009) and Integrative Treatment for Adult ADHD: A Practical, Easy-to-Use Guide for Clinicians (2007) and is a regular contributor to numerous ADHD-related publications, including ADDitude Magazine. Dr. Tuckman is a frequent presenter who routinely earns excellent reviews for his ability to make complex concepts understandable, practical and even entertaining. He has given over 200 presentations to professionals and members of the public, including full-day continuing education seminars and international conferences. He has appeared on CNN, National Public Radio and XM Radio and been quoted in The Washington Post. He is the current vice president of the Attention Deficit Disorder Association.
You can find more information about Dr. Tuckman’s books, weekly podcast, upcoming presentations and links to past presentations at adultADHDbook.com. His driving goal in his writing and presenting is to provide science-based information that is easily applicable to make people’s lives better. |