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Understanding and Improving Self-Regulation: A Neuroscience-Based Approach
Foundational Neuroscience:
Sensory-Motor Pathways and the Emotional Brain: Explore the fundamental neurological connections that underpin self-regulation, including sensory-motor pathways and the interplay between the emotional brain and executive functions (illustrated with brain dissection video).
Neurological Dysfunctions and Their Behavioral Manifestations: Identify how neurological hyper-activity, hypo-activity, aggressiveness, self-stimulatory behaviors, and inattentiveness relate to underlying dysfunction.
Neuro and Sensory Integration: Understand the critical link between sensory processing and observable behaviors.
The Autonomic Nervous System and Primitive Reflexes: Delve into the impact of the autonomic nervous system (stress, fear) and persistent primitive reflexes on behavior and function.
Components and Consequences of Self-Regulation:
Breaking Down Self-Regulation: Examine the sensory, cognitive, and emotional components of self-regulation.
Behavioral Effects of Self-Regulation Deficits: Recognize how self-regulation challenges manifest in behaviors like flapping, inflexibility, rigidity, impulsivity, poor social skills, and risk-taking.
Assessment and Intervention Strategies:
Assessing Primitive Reflexes: Learn practical tools and strategies for evaluating primitive reflex integration.
Case Study Analysis: Analyze video case studies to connect observable symptoms and characteristics with appropriate interventions.
Diagnostic Considerations: Review current diagnostic criteria and treatment strategies for ADHD, Autism (including DSM-5® updates), and Sensory Processing Disorder (Sensory Modulation Disorder, Sensory-Based Motor Disorder, Sensory Discrimination Disorder).
The Vagus Nerve and Self-Regulation Techniques: Explore the role of the vagus nerve in self-regulation and learn practical techniques.
Communication and Behavioral Strategies: Implement effective communication strategies (symbolic and non-verbal), self-management techniques (behavioral contracts, checklists, video modeling), and methods for addressing picky eating and sleep disturbances (desensitization, non-threatening activities).
Sensory-Based Interventions: Utilize music, vestibular, proprioceptive, auditory, olfactory, and visual interventions to enhance self-regulation.
Applying Neuroscience to Interventions: Integrate evidence-based programs like Brain Gym®, sensory diets, and MeMoves™, and incorporate mindfulness practices.
Addressing Primitive Reflexes and Improving Social Participation: Develop strategies to address primitive reflexes and promote age-appropriate behaviors.
Arousal Level Assessment: Learn to use tools for assessing arousal levels to inform daily schedules and interventions.
Treatment Planning and Psychoeducation:
Video Case Examples and Treatment Planning: Conduct virtual evaluations, develop treatment plans, and establish goals for children with challenging social, eating, and sleep behaviors. Understand when reassessment and discharge are necessary.
Psychoeducation for Clients and Parents: Provide evidence-based intervention techniques, address psychosocial concerns of caregivers, and promote reciprocal regulation between child and caregiver.
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