What is the Parent Support Series?
Our RNBC professionals will provide practical advice for supporting any child experiencing social, emotional, behavioral, and learning challenges, regardless of diagnosis.
Who should attend?
Parents, caregivers, teachers and the general public are welcome to attend these free educational seminars.
Where are they located?
Presentations in the series will be held at Rush NeuroBehavioral Center. 4711 Golf Road, Suite 1100 in Skokie, Illinois.
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Anxiety and worry are common during childhood and can impact the entire family. Join Andrea Victor, Ph.D. as she discusses the importance of understanding and recognizing anxiety in children. Parents will also learn strategies to help their children better manage their anxiety.
Barbara Resnick has spent the last 10 years advocating for families to assure their children receive the necessary supports from their private or public school. Her presentation will explain the mandated supports available and how parents can work collaboratively with schools to secure the appropriate services. Response to Intervention, IEPs and 504 Plans, and Service Plans will be covered.
January 28, 2014
ADHD Matters
Meryl Lipton, MD, Ph.D. | 6:30 p.m. — 8:00 p.m.
ADHD, a popular neurobehavioral diagnosis, is a stimulus for many questions from patients, parents and professionals. What is it? What are the components of a thorough diagnosis ? How can schools be helpful? How can parents be most effective? Those questions will form the basis of the information presented by Meryl Lipton, M.D., Ph.D., who aims to leave the audience with a deeper understanding and smarter ways to think about ADHD.
ADHD, a popular neurobehavioral diagnosis, is a stimulus for many questions from patients, parents and professionals. What is it? What are the components of a thorough diagnosis ? How can schools be helpful? How can parents be most effective? Those questions will form the basis of the information presented by Meryl Lipton, M.D., Ph.D., who aims to leave the audience with a deeper understanding and smarter ways to think about ADHD.
February 11, 2014
Addressing Issues of Sadness and Depression in Children and Teens
Amanda Weigel, Psy.D. | 6:30 p.m. — 8:00 p.m.
Sadness, depression, and irritability are often concerns for parents and teens during high school, as well as throughout childhood. It is important for parents to understand what is typical to expect, identify indications of more significant mood concerns, and determine how best to respond to their child or adolescent. Amanda Weigel, Psy.D. invites all to attend this event in order to discuss and learn more about how to address sadness throughout their childrens’ development.
March 11, 2014
Helping Your Child Develop Executive Function Skills
Georgia Bozeday, Ed.D. | 6:30 p.m. — 8:30 p.m.
Executive Function skills impact student performance across all subject areas in school, social situations, and at home. Dr. Georgia Bozeday will present an overview of current research from neuroscience describing the impact of the 21st Century influences on students today, including information about recent findings related to media use and learning. Dr. Bozeday will provide recommendations for parents as they work with their children to develop strategies for improved organization and time management skills.
April 8, 2014
Steps to Build Resilience in Children with Neurodevelopmental and Learning Challenges
Erin Caskey, Ph.D. | 6:30 p.m. — 8:30 p.m.
All parents want their children to be happy, successful, and satisfied with their lives. One vital component in achieving these goals is resilience, or the capacity to cope with adversity, manage difficult situations, and learn from disappointments. Children with socio-emotional, neurobehavioral, and learning challenges often have greater trouble developing resilience. Please join Erin Caskey, Ph.D. to learn steps to foster resiliency in your child.
May 13, 2014
Promoting Social Competency of Children and Teens with Special Needs
Bernadette Evans-Smith, Ph.D. | 6:30 p.m. — 8:30 p.m.
