Traumatic stress and ADHD share significant associations, according to a growing body of research on trauma and childhood maltreatment. Studies show that people with ADHD score higher than their neurotypical peers on the Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) questionnaire. So how do we explain the connection between trauma and ADHD? How do we tease apart the diagnoses? And what do their similarities mean for symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment? In this workshop, we’ll use a holistic, trauma-informed frame to explore these complex questions, looking at trauma and ADHD as both distinct and co-occurring experiences. You’ll also learn:
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| Manual - Navigating ADHD Through a Trauma-Informed Lens (697.9 KB) | 17 Pages | Available after Purchase | |
| Transcript - Navigating ADHD Through a Trauma-Informed Lens (201.5 KB) | 28 Pages | Available after Purchase | |
| Manual - Navigating ADHD Through a Trauma-Informed Lens - French (697.9 KB) | 17 Pages | Available after Purchase | |
| Transcript - Navigating ADHD Through a Trauma-Informed Lens - French (201.5 KB) | 28 Pages | Available after Purchase | |
| Manual - Navigating ADHD Through a Trauma-Informed Lens - Italian (697.9 KB) | 17 Pages | Available after Purchase | |
| Transcript - Navigating ADHD Through a Trauma-Informed Lens - Italian (201.5 KB) | 28 Pages | Available after Purchase | |
| Manual - Navigating ADHD Through a Trauma-Informed Lens - German (697.9 KB) | 17 Pages | Available after Purchase | |
| Transcript - Navigating ADHD Through a Trauma-Informed Lens - German (201.5 KB) | 28 Pages | Available after Purchase | |
| Manual - Navigating ADHD Through a Trauma-Informed Lens - Spanish (697.9 KB) | 17 Pages | Available after Purchase | |
| Transcript - Navigating ADHD Through a Trauma-Informed Lens - Spanish (201.5 KB) | 28 Pages | Available after Purchase |
Dr. Frank is a clinical psychologist currently practicing at Enrich Relationship Center of Colorado in the Denver-metro area. She specializes in diagnosing and treating ADHD, particularly in women. She is co-author, along with Sari Solden, MS, of the book A Radical Guide for Women with ADHD: Embrace Neurodiversity, Live Boldly, and Break Through Barriers. In addition to individual clinical work, Dr. Frank Provides Gottman Method Couples’ Therapy to couples impacted by ADHD. With a passion for advocacy, outreach, and education, Dr. Frank regularly contributes to national ADHD conferences and support programs. Dr. Frank is former vice president of ADDA – an international nonprofit organization supporting adults with ADHD. She is a member of APSARD – The American Professional Society of ADHD and Related Disorders. She graduated from the Chicago School of Professional Psychology and Marquette University.
Speaker Disclosures:
Financial: Michelle Dougher Frank has an employment relationship with Enrich Relationship Center of Colorado and is a professional expert contributor with Understood.org. She receives royalties as a published author. Michelle Dougher Frank receives a speaking honorarium and recording royalties from Psychotherapy Networker and PESI, Inc. She has no relevant financial relationships with ineligible organizations.
Non-financial: Michelle Dougher Frank is a member of the Attention Deficit Disorder Association, the Children and Adults with ADHD, and the American Professional Society of ADHD & Related Disorders.
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