Sponsored by Youthdale Treatment Centres and the Division of Child Psychiatry,
Department of Psychiatry, Faculty of Medicine, University of Toronto
Welcome
This one day event aims to provide new information regarding Brain Development during Adolescence, a crucial period of psychological, emotional and social development. We have assembled an outstanding group of speakers who are experts in their field. Our two keynote Speakers* are internationally recognized as leaders in exploring the brain/behaviour interface.
Participants will gain knowledge of new research findings regarding Asperger Syndrome and learn how better to manage the adolescent patients with substance abuse problems. In addition participants will improve their skills in assessment and treatment of aggressive behaviour.
Description
Adolescence is associated with many physiological, cognitive and emotional changes, and an increased prevalence of psychiatric disorders, suicide and aggression among adolescents has been widely reported. Because of the ongoing changes in brain organization in adolescence, puberty may present not only an increased risk of disturbance in the young person, but also a unique opportunity for intervention.
Objectives
After participation in this program attendees will be able to:
- Identify techniques and studies that illuminate the connection between Brain Development and behaviour in adolescents. Topics include brain imaging, time lines for brain maturation and environmental factors.
- Relate developmental brain changes to behavioural challenges of their adolescent patients.
- Identify the Pathophysiology of common sleep disorders in adolescents and interpret how these may affect day-time behaviour and function.
- Identify the challenges of assessing and intervening in cases of adolescent aggression.
Target Audience
This program will be of benefit to child psychiatrists, family physicians, neurologists, paediatricians, psychiatrists, residents and other health professionals involved in the treatment of adolescent psychiatric disorders.
