Current Practice in ADHD: Meet the Experts

Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a prevalent and impairing neurodevelopmental disorder that affects individuals across the lifespan. While historically viewed as a childhood disorder, growing evidence supports its persistence into adolescence and adulthood. Despite extensive research, clinicians often face challenges in accurate diagnosis, differentiation from comorbid conditions, and implementation of evidence-based treatments. Additionally, recent advancements in pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic therapies, as well as updates to diagnostic criteria and practice guidelines, necessitate that clinicians keep abreast of best practices to ensure successful outcomes in patient care. 

This new course aims to address common clinical challenges via updates from international experts. Faculty will discuss diagnostic complexities, the latest pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic treatment options, effective management of comorbid conditions, and population differences in symptom presentation. Participants will leave with up-to-date knowledge and tools to immediately implement with their patients. We welcome all mental health and primary care providers to join us! 

Learning Objectives

• Apply updated diagnostic criteria and tools for identifying ADHD across different age and population groups.
• Evaluate current pharmacologic treatments, including emerging therapies, for ADHD management.
• Integrate non-pharmacologic approaches and behavioral interventions into individualized treatment plans.
• Discuss the interplay of ADHD and autism and develop strategies to address features of both conditions in clinical care.
• Summarize the prevalence of ADHD co-occurring with mood disorders, and current guidelines for starting and managing treatment.
• Describe the assessment and management of sleep disorders in patients with ADHD.
• Explain how ADHD manifests differently in women and girls.

ABMS/ACGME Competencies

This course is designed to meet the following American Board of Medical Specialties (ABMS) / Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Educational (ACGME) competencies:

• Patient Care and Procedural Skills
• Medical Knowledge
• Interpersonal and Communication Skills

IOM Competencies

This course is designed to meet the following Institute of Medicine Core Competencies:

• Provide Patient-Centered Care
• Employ Evidence-Based Practice

Questions?

Please contact the Continuing Education Programs with any questions by email at ceprograms@hms.harvard.edu.

Harvard Medical School Continuing Education attracts the best and brightest faculty from all around the world. As a student in this course, you’ll have access to outstanding course directors and faculty.

Oscar Bukstein, MD, MPH

Associate Director, Faculty Development, Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences, Boston Children's Hospital
Professor of Psychiatry, Harvard Medical School

Greg Mattingly, MD

Associate Clinical Professor, Washington University St. Louis
President, American Professional Society of ADHD and Related Disorders (APSARD)
Founding partner, St. Charles Psychiatric Associates
Principal Investigator, Midwest Research Group

Kathleen Nadeau, PhD

Center Director and Founder, The Chesapeake Center, Bethesda, MD

Mary Solanto, PhD

Clinical Psychologist; Professor of Pediatrics and Psychiatry, Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra-Northwell
Division of Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics, Department of Pediatrics, Cohen Children’s Medical Center of New York

Mark Stein, PhD, ABPP

Director, PEARL Clinic/ADHD and Related Disorders Program, Seattle Children's Hospital Investigator, Seattle Children's Research Institute
Professor of Psychiatry and Behavioral Science and Professor of Pediatrics, University of Washington

Robyn Thom, MD

Psychiatrist, Lurie Center for Autism, MassGeneral Hospital for Children
Assistant Professor, Harvard Medical School

Course Director

Margaret Weiss, MD, PhD, FRCP(C)

Course Director

Director, Neurodevelopmental Clinic and Director of Clinical Research in Child Psychiatry, Cambridge Health Alliance/Cambridge Hospital
Associate Professor of Psychiatry, Harvard Medical School

Karen Kuc, MPH

Course Director

Director, Continuing Education in Psychiatry, Cambridge Health Alliance​​​
Associate in Psychiatry, Harvard Medical School

In support of improving patient care, Harvard Medical School is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.

Physicians

The Harvard Medical School designates this live activity for a maximum of 7.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Nurse Practitioners and Registered Nurses

For the purpose of recertification, the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners Certification Board and American Nurses Credentialing Center accept AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™ issued by organizations accredited by the ACCME (Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education). We would also suggest that learners check with their state licensing board to ensure they accept reciprocity with AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™ for re-licensure.

Physician Assistants

The National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) states that AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ are acceptable for continuing medical education requirements for recertification. We would also suggest that learners check with their state licensing board to ensure they accept reciprocity with AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™ for re-licensure.

Social Workers

This program has been approved for a total of 7.00 Social Work Continuing Education hours for re-licensure, in accordance with 258 CMR. NASW-MA Chapter CE Approval Program Authorization Number D 10289-1. NY Social Workers: Cambridge Health Alliance, Division of Continuing Education in Psychiatry is recognized by the New York State Education Department's State Board for Social Work as an Approved Provider #0038 of continuing education for licensed social workers. This course offers 7.00 contact hours.

Please note: For psychologists, social workers, family therapists and counselors, this course has been approved for a set amount of credits and CHA is not able to issue CE certificates for partial credit. You must be present for all sessions to receive a CE certificate. For any questions regarding CE credit, please email cme@challiance.org.

Counselors

Cambridge Health Alliance is an Affiliate of Harvard Medical School. Cambridge Health Alliance, Division of Continuing Education in Psychiatry has been approved by NBCC as an Approved Continuing Education Provider, ACEP No. 5444.  Programs that do not qualify for NBCC credit are clearly identified. Cambridge Health Alliance, Division of Continuing Education in Psychiatry is solely responsible for all aspects of the program. This course meets the requirements for 7.00 continuing education hours, and is also applicable for Commonwealth of Massachusetts Counseling/Allied Mental Health accreditation for 7.00 credits.

Please note: For psychologists, social workers, family therapists and counselors, this course has been approved for a set amount of credits and CHA is not able to issue CE certificates for partial credit. You must be present for all sessions to receive a CE certificate. For any questions regarding CE credit, please email cme@challiance.org.

Family Therapists

This activity has been certified by NEAFAST on behalf of the Massachusetts Board of Registration of Allied Mental Health & Human Services Professions for LMFT Professional Continuing Education. Certification #213046283, for 7.00 contact hours. The States of CT and RI accept NBCC and NASW approval for marriage and family therapy. The States of CT and RI accept NBCC and NASW approval for marriage and family therapy.

Please note: For psychologists, social workers, family therapists and counselors, this course has been approved for a set amount of credits and CHA is not able to issue CE certificates for partial credit. You must be present for all sessions to receive a CE certificate. For any questions regarding CE credit, please email cme@challiance.org.

Psychologists

Cambridge Health Alliance, Division of Continuing Education in Psychiatry is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. Cambridge Health Alliance, Division of Continuing Education in Psychiatry maintains responsibility for this program and its content. This course offers 7.00 continuing education credits.

Please note: For psychologists, social workers, family therapists and counselors, this course has been approved for a set amount of credits and CHA is not able to issue CE certificates for partial credit. You must be present for all sessions to receive a CE certificate. For any questions regarding CE credit, please email cme@challiance.org.

European Accreditation

The American Medical Association (AMA) has an agreement of mutual recognition of continuing medical education (CME) credit with the European Union of Medical Specialties (UEMS). Additional information regarding this agreement may be found on the European Union of Medical Specialties website.

Canadian Accreditation

The Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada recognizes conferences and workshops held outside of Canada that are developed by a university, academy, hospital, specialty society or college as accredited group learning activities.