Attention Problems: Controversies and Consequences for the Child with Epilepsy
Attention Problems:
Controversies and Consequences for the Child with Epilepsy
By David W. Dunn, M.D. and Sarah Hunt, M.S., CRNP
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Lectures
Attention Problems: Controversies and Consequences for the Child with Epilepsy
The Child with Epilepsy will encompass a review ADHD symptoms and the differentiation of ADHD symptoms from effects of seizures and antiepileptic drugs. The speakers will also discuss the differences in gender and ADHD subtypes in children with ADHD and epilepsy compared to children without seizures. In addition, the program will include a discussion of past studies of the use of stimulants for ADHD in children with seizures and potential treatments for ADHD in children with seizures that have not yet been adequately studied.
Lecture Faculty
David W. Dunn, M.D.
Indiana University School of Medicine, Indianapolis , IN
Dr. Dunn is director of outpatient child and adolescent
psychiatry and resident training director for child and
adolescent psychiatry and the combined pediatrics, psychiatry
and child psychiatry programs at Riley Hospital for Children
and the Indiana University School of Medicine. He is involved
in NIH funded research on behavioral aspects of epilepsy
in children.
Sarah Hunt, M.S., CRNP
WellSpan Neurology, York , PA
Ms. Hunt’s recent clinical experience includes 11
years as a nurse practitioner in collaboration with a pediatric
neurologist whose major interest is in children with epilepsy.
She has collaborated on publications and poster presentations
at the AES annual meetings. She has also worked as a clinical
nurse specialist for neurology and neurosurgery.
Target Audience
This program is designed for neuroscience and advance practice
nurses, school nurses, social workers, pharmacists and others
involved in the care of persons with epilepsy who are interested
in enhancing their ability to treat and counsel their patients.
Program Goal
To offer allied health professionals the most up-to-date
tools and knowledge so that they can provide the best treatment
and education to patients and their families.
Program Objectives
Upon completion of this program it is anticipated that participants
will gain a clearer understanding of various aspects of
epilepsy, including:
- Identify symptoms and signs of ADHD in children with epilepsy.
- Discuss difference in ADHD in children with epilepsy compared to children without epilepsy.
- Review treatment options for children with epilepsy and ADHD.
- Continuing Education Credit
- Submitted to the Association of Rehabilitation Nurses for one (1) contact hour. ARN is accredited as an approver of continuing education in nursing by the American Nurses’ Credentialing Center ’s Commission on Accreditation.
This activity is being co-sponsored by The Connecticut Psychological Association and the American Epilepsy Society. The Connecticut Psychological Association is approved by the American Psychological Association to offer continuing education for psychologists. The Connecticut Psychological Association maintains responsibility for the program.
Certificates will be mailed to attendees approximately four weeks after receipt of program evaluation forms. Program evaluation forms must be returned to document participation.