The Neuropsychology of Emotional Disorders
*Please note: When event ticket is purchased more than 8 days prior to the event, a $10 early registration discount will be added during checkout. Online registration will be closed at 5pm the Friday before the event and registration after that time must be done in person at 8:30am on the date of the event for anyone wishing to attend.
A CONTINUING EDUCATION PROGRAM
Sponsored By
Association of Practicing Psychologists, Montgomery-Prince George’s Counties, Inc.
Approved by American Psychological Association for 3 CE Credits
Sunday, February 19, 2012 - 9:00 am - 12:15 pm
"The Neuropsychology of Emotional Disorders"
Presented by: Stephen Feifer, Ed.S.
Workshop Level: All levels
Program Description :
This workshop will explore the neural architecture of emotional behavior by examining various brain structures laying the foundation for higher level social skill functioning. Specific biological factors related to the development of social competence and emotional self-regulation will be explored. There will be a detailed discussion on bipolar disorders, anxiety disorders, and depression from a brain-based educational perspective, including cutting edge interventions such as neurofeedback. Schools can enhance emotional wellness in children through early prevention efforts, appropriate assessment strategies, and an improved school climate to foster emotional growth for all children.
Participant Learning Objectives:
At the conclusion of this workshop, participants will be able to:
- Discuss the neural architecture of emotion by detailing key brain regions responsible for the development of empathy and emotional regulation.
- Discuss the pitfalls of over-relying upon behavior management plans or psychopharmacology to address mental health conditions in children.
- Explore the neurobiological correlates and treatment options for bipolar disorder, depression, and anxiety disorders in children.
About the Presenter:
Steven G. Feifer, D. Ed., NCSP, ABSNP is a nationally renowned speaker and author in the field of learning disabilities and emotional disorders, and has conducted nearly 200 professional seminars for educators and psychologists. He is dually trained as both a Nationally Certified School Psychologist from James Madison University, and has a diplomate in school neuropsychology. His doctorate work was conducted at Indiana University of Pennsylvania, with research stints at the National Institute of Health (NIH). Dr. Feifer has authored six books on learning and emotional disorders in children and is a licensed practitioner in the state of Maryland. He has 18 years of experience as a school psychologist, and currently works at the Monocacy Neurodevelopmental Center in Frederick, Maryland. Dr. Feifer is also an adjunct professor at George Washington University, as well as a national consultant to scores of educational districts. Dr. Feifer was voted the Maryland School Psychologist of the Year in 2008, and awarded the 2009 National School Psychologist of the Year.
Continuing Education Credit: CE is granted to participants with documented attendance and completed evaluation forms. Attendance is monitored. Credit will not be granted to registrants who are more than 15 minutes late, are absent more than 15 minutes during the session, or depart more than 15 minutes early. A certificate for three CE credits will be awarded upon satisfactory completion of this workshop. APP is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. APP maintains responsibility for this program and its content.
This workshop program is accessible to all individuals, in compliance with the Americans for Disabilities Act. Accommodations for individuals with sensory impairments can be made upon advanced request.
APP has no commercial relationship to the presenter of this CE program and does not seek to promote any commercial undertaking with which the presenter may be engaged. However, APP does allow the presenter to make available copies of a published product to participants desiring to purchase the product.
Sunday, February 19, 2012 – 9:00 am to 12:15 pm
(Registration, Continental Breakfast, and Socializing – 8:30 am to 9:00 am)
Crowne Plaza Hotel (formerly Holiday Inn, at the same location)
8777 Georgia Avenue, Silver Spring, MD 20910 (301) 589-0800
Public parking behind the hotel (free on Sunday); Valet parking in the hotel
COST: Early Registration (postmarked by Friday, February 10, 2012):
$35 for APP members and $60 for nonmembers
Late Registration (postmarked after February 10, 2012 or at the door):
$45 for APP members and $70 for nonmembers
HANDOUTS: May be downloaded free of charge from the APP website prior to the event, or via free wi-fi on site. If you register online the handouts will be downloadable under your account area of the website once they become available from the presenter.
If you would like to receive paper handouts at the workshop, include an additional $5 with your registration fee to cover printing costs. Printed handouts will not be available at the workshop without prior payment.
Requests for refunds must be made in writing. Full refund, minus a $10.00 service charge, will be made for requests postmarked by Friday, February 17, 2012. No refunds will be made thereafter.
For information regarding registration, contact Dr. Laura Smith (249) 292-1701 apponlinempg@gmail.com. Questions or requests concerning the program can be answered by Dr. Teresa Trabue (301) 322-3400 drttrabue@verizon.net or Dr. Gail Bleach (301) 856-3636 gbleach@verizon.net . If you prefer the registration form can be downloaded and mailed in for the February workshop. The downloadable registration form will be made available at a later date.
To register by check, detach and mail registration form below along with appropriate fee, including
additional $5 if you would like printed handouts at the workshop. Checks should be made payable to APP
and sent to: Jody Keating 11801 Grey Birch Place Reston, VA 20191
**Please note: When event ticket is purchased more than 8 days prior to the event, a $10 early registration discount will be added during checkout. Online registration will be closed at 5pm the Friday before the event and registration after that time must be done in person at 8:30am on the date of the event for anyone wishing to attend.
