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Provided by: Lorman Education Services Strategies to Assess and Treat Children With Behavioural and Attention Disorders |
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8:30 am - 9:00 am Registration
9:00 am - 10:30 am The Need for an Educational Paradigm Shift: the Emergence of an Integrative Holistic Health Model
- Stephane Bensoussan, B.Sc., M.A., Psychologist
What Is the Holistic Model? Contrasting With Traditional Model
Exploring the Emotional, Physical, Environmental, Interpersonal and Spiritual Aspects of a Child's Life
- Case Studies Presented to Outline Each Dimension
Holistic Assessment and Treatment
Asking the Right Questions
The 8 Stages of a Child's Emotional Development
Designing Interdisciplinary Intervention Plans
Case Examples
10:30 am - 10:45 am Break
10:45 am - 12:30 pm Overview of Naturopathic Medicine as a Holistic, Alternative and Complementary Medical Model; Its Relevance to Understanding, Assessing and Addressing Behavioural Issues in School Children
- Paola DeCicco, B.Sc., N.D.
- The Brain-gut Connection and the Neuro-endocrine System
- Explain the Brain-gut Connection, and Explore How This Connection Is Influenced by Modern Dietary Practices
12:30 pm - 1:30 pm Lunch (On Your Own)
1:30 pm - 2:45 pm The Neuro-endocrine System: a Dance Between Brain Chemistry and Hormones, Affecting the Physiology and Psychology of Children
- Paola DeCicco, B.Sc., N.D.
- Key Neurotransmitters and Hormones Involved in Mood and Behaviour, Including Abnormal Symptomology and Clinical Assessment Tools
- The Effects of Heavy Metals and Environmental Toxicity on the Neuro-endocrine System
- Nutraceutical Agents That Positively Influence the Neuro-endocrine System, Including Assessment Tools and Practical Recommendations
2:45 pm - 3:00 pm Break
3:00 pm - 4:15 pm Exploring the World of Complementary and Alternative Treatment Modalities
- Stephane Bensoussan, B.Sc., M.A., Psychologist
- Treatment Goals
- Using the Dare Model of Empowerment
- Exploring Treatment Modalities
- Brain Gym, Sound Therapy, Nutrition, Boundaries, Yoga Therapy, Aromatherapy, Meditation, Imagery, Artwork, Role-Play, Inner Child, Storytelling and Book Writing
- Practical Applications and Recommendations
- Case Studies
4:15 pm - 4:30 pm Questions and Answers
- Stephane Bensoussan, B.Sc., M.A., Psychologist, and
Paola DeCicco, B.Sc., N.D.
