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Autism 101 – A Guide to the Spectrum of Disorders

26June2024Georgia LopezAutism Spectrum Disorder, children, Diagnosis, Free, health

Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) starts early in childhood and lasts throughout a person’s life. It can impact how a person acts, interacts, communicates, and learns. And since it’s a spectrum, there are many disorders that fall under the umbrella of ASD. But what causes it? How can we treat it? And, if diagnosed, can we

Substance-Related and Addictive Disorders Diagnosis and Treatment

10June2024Georgia LopezDiagnosis, Disorders, Free Online Training, Substance Abuse, Treatment

Participants will review the definitions of Substance Use, Substance-Induced, and Addictive Disorders. The 10 classes of substances will be examined before examining the five most common (Alcohol, Cannabis, Tobacco, Opioids, and Methamphetamine). Four new categories for diagnosis that were added to DSM 5 in 2013 will also be explored: Cannabis Withdrawal, Caffeine Withdrawal, Tobacco Use,

Oppositional Defiant and Conduct Disorders Diagnosis and Treatment

30April2024Georgia LopezBehavior, children, Diagnosis, Free Webinar, ODD, Saint Francis Ministries

While all children are occasionally oppositional, especially when tired, hungry, or upset, openly uncooperative and hostile behavior becomes a serious concern when it is so frequent and consistent that it stands out when compared with other children of the same age and when it interferes in the child’s life. Disruptive, impulse-control, and conduct disorders involve

Sarpy County, Nebraska CASA

Sarpy County CASA: Advocating for foster children in Nebraska

Sarpy County, Nebraska CASA

Sarpy County CASA: Advocating for foster children in Nebraska

Autism 101 – A Guide to the Spectrum of Disorders

Substance-Related and Addictive Disorders Diagnosis and Treatment

Oppositional Defiant and Conduct Disorders Diagnosis and Treatment