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Description:
Dr. Caroline Buzanko provides an in-depth exploration of the distinguishing characteristics between Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). Attendees will learn about the key differences in social communication, behavioral traits, and executive functioning associated with each condition. The presentation also highlights overlapping features, behaviors, and sensory processing challenges, offering strategies for effective assessment and support. Additionally, it delves into the unique presentation of ASD in females, explaining gender differences in concepts such as camouflaging and its impact on identification and support. Released in July of 2024, this individual webinar can be purchased for $25 (scroll down to purchase). The content in this webinar is intertwined with Domains 1, 2, and 4 of the NASP Practice Model. Schoolpsych.com’s recorded webinars are non-refundable. Attendees who complete this 1.75 hour webinar will receive 1.75 NASP-Approved CPD credit.
Learning Objectives:
1. Learn about the key differences in social communication and behavioral characteristics associated with ASD and ADHD.
2. Identify key overlapping features in ASD and ADHD and learn how to differentiate between them.
3. Explore the unique presentation of ASD in females, learning gender differences between males and females.
Bio:
Caroline Buzanko, Ph.D., Registered Psychologist, has nearly three decades of clinical experience supporting children, teenagers, and their families. With an unwavering passion for empowering mental health professionals, educators and families, Dr. Buzanko weaves her expertise into a tapestry of understanding, strength, and engagement. She collaborates closely with teachers and families to unlock the potential of every child and youth, foster strong connections, ignite confidence and courage, and fortify emotional resilience.
Dr. Buzanko’s research interests focus on positive child and youth development, emotional well-being, and resiliency. All her research directly informs clinical practice. Moreover, she has developed training programs and workshops for parents, educators, and allied mental health professionals, on topics related to anxiety, neurodivergence, behavior management, and learning difficulties.
Attendee Feedback:
“The presentation was highly engaging and I appreciate the presenter’s examples. The PowerPoint was well done; there was not too much on each slide making it hard to read.” – Kristen
“WEALTH OF INFORMATION – WITH EMPHASIS ON THE NUANCES BETWEEN THE TWO DIAGNOSES. When watching the video, I broke the sections into parts and watch them on separate days. This gave me an opportunity to integrate more of the information, since there was so much of it!” -Terry
“I really enjoyed Dr. Buzanko’s presentation style. She gave some really great examples that she uses in practice to help differentiate ADHD and ASD and I found that to be very helpful when thinking about students I work with.” -Stevie
“Was really interesting. Liked the use of personal experience as a psychologist to help with examples. Appreciated the ability to use the DSM as a guide but also be able to see the weaknesses or deficits in this tool.” -Diana
“Excellent presentation and important information regarding autism in females.” -Rosa
“She provide informative examples of each point on how to tell the differences between Autism and ADHD.” -Jeannie
“The presenter was exceedingly knowledgeable and has me re-considering some of my current practices.” -Gayle
“The information was clearly presented and with a good structured approach.” -Jessica
“She presented the information in an engaging and upbeat manner, provided some of the research available, and provided lots of examples of variations between both ADHD and ASD as well as ASD in females vs. males.” -Gabrielle
“Very well spoken and knowledgeable” -Kara
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