Neurodiversity and ASD

Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) and 504 Plans

Release Date: April 29, 2025 / Termination Date: April 29, 2028 Episode Transcript [https://www.michiganmedicine.org/breaking-down-mental-health/individualized-education-programs-ieps-and-504-plans] Featured Guest: Ashley Ellis, Learning Specialist, Michigan Medicine Objectives * Define IEPs vs. 504 plans. * Build evidence-based IEP/504 plans based on diagnosis. * Aide families in navigating the IEP/504 systems. Resources * What is IDEA? A guide for educators and parents [https://www.weareteachers.com/what-is-idea/]. (We Are Teachers) * What is FAPE and how is it different from inclusion? [https://www.weareteachers.com/what-is-fape/] (We Are Teachers) * Education-based evaluations for autism spectrum disorder [https://www.michigan.gov/-/media/Project/Websites/autism/Reference-Guides/Education-Based_Evaluations_for_ASD.pdf?rev=1d206a36d78e4c8cbfe2b8ddac7f4950]. (The Michigan Autism Council) * Differences between a 505 plan and an individualized education program (IEP) [https://www.nea.org/professional-excellence/student-engagement/tools-tips/differences-between-504-plan-and-individualized-education-program-iep#:~:text=There%20are%20significant%20differences%20between,and%20progress%20in%20the%20curriculum]. (National Education Association) * How to get help when your student is struggling in school [https://www.studentadvocacycenter.org/how-to-get-help/#:~:text=Take%20the%20First%20Step%3A%20Call,%2D855%2D688%2D1916%20How%20To%20Get%20Help%20-%20Student%20Advocacy%20Center]. (Student Advocacy Center of Michigan)  CME Credits available: 0.75 To enroll for CME credit: visit our episode activity website [https://umich.cloud-cme.com/default.aspx?do=ev.viewEv&ev=92886]. Visit our CME course overview page [https://umich.cloud-cme.com/default.aspx?do=pln.viewActivity&plannerId=6265] for details on CME credit, or complete this survey for social work CEUs [https://umich.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_0cXICw1r7wAO4XI]. Visit the Breaking Down Mental Health podcast website [https://www.michiganmedicine.org/breaking-down-mental-health] for more information about this episode and the series. Breaking Down Mental Health is a part of the Michigan Medicine Podcast Network [https://www.michiganmedicine.org/podcasts]. You can subscribe to Breaking Down Mental Health podcast wherever you listen to podcasts. ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder

Release Date: April 29, 2025 / Termination Date: April 29, 2028 Episode Transcript [https://www.michiganmedicine.org/breaking-down-mental-health/attention-deficit-hyperactivity-disorder] Featured Guest: Kimberley Levitt, MD [https://www.uofmhealth.org/profile/1992183248/kimberley-jeanne-levitt-md] Objectives * Define the diagnostic criteria for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). * Understand varying presentations of ADHD including hyperfocus and agitation. * Apply principles of psychopharmacology for the management of ADHD. Resources * Stimulant rebound: how common is it and what does it mean? [https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/12880508/] (Journal of Child and Adolescent Psychopharmacology) * Meta-analysis: Risk of tics associated with psychostimulant use in randomized, placebo-controlled trials [https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/26299294/]. (Journal of the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry) * Hyperfocus: the ADHD phenomenon of hyper fixation [https://www.additudemag.com/understanding-adhd-hyperfocus/]. (Attitude) * ADHD and behavior problems [https://childmind.org/article/adhd-behavior-problems/]. (Child Mind Institute) * Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder [https://publications.aap.org/pediatricsinreview/article-abstract/43/3/135/184778/Attention-Deficit-Hyperactivity-Disorder?redirectedFrom=fulltext]. (American Academy of Pediatrics) * Neurobiology of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) – a primer [https://psychscenehub.com/psychinsights/neurobiology-of-adhd/]. (Pscyh Scene Hub). * ADHD Neuroscience 101 [https://www.additudemag.com/adhd-neuroscience-101/]. (Attitude) CME Credits available: 0.5 To enroll for CME credit: visit our episode activity website [https://umich.cloud-cme.com/default.aspx?do=ev.viewEv&ev=92886]. Visit our CME course overview page [https://umich.cloud-cme.com/default.aspx?do=pln.viewActivity&plannerId=6265] for details on CME credit, or complete this survey for social work CEUs [https://umich.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_0cXICw1r7wAO4XI]. Visit the Breaking Down Mental Health podcast website [https://www.michiganmedicine.org/breaking-down-mental-health] for more information about this episode and the series. Breaking Down Mental Health is a part of the Michigan Medicine Podcast Network [https://www.michiganmedicine.org/podcasts]. You can subscribe to Breaking Down Mental Health podcast wherever you listen to podcasts. ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

Sensory Processing Disorder, Dyspraxia, Dyscalculia and Dyslexia

Release Date: April 29, 2025 / Termination Date: April 29, 2028 Episode Transcript [https://www.michiganmedicine.org/breaking-down-mental-health/sensory-processing-disorder-dyspraxia-dyscalculia-and-dyslexia] Featured Guests: Hannah Reynard, DO, MSc [https://www.uofmhealth.org/profile/1285088872/hannah-louise-reynard-do-msc] Objectives * Define sensory processing disorder and the subtypes. * Discuss screening for sensory processing disorder. * Integrate different treatment modalities based on subtype. * Define the diagnostic criteria for dyspraxia, dyscalculia, and dyslexia. * Determine appropriate treatment/support modalities. Resources * Sensory Processing Disorder Explained [https://childmind.org/article/sensory-processing-issues-explained/]. (Child Mind Institute) * Guide to Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD) [https://inha.ie/project/sensory-processing-disorder/]. (Irish Neonatal Health Alliance) * Developmental reading disorder [http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/001406.htm]. (National Library of Medicine)  CME Credits available: 0.5 To enroll for CME credit: visit our episode activity website [https://umich.cloud-cme.com/default.aspx?do=ev.viewEv&ev=92886]. Visit our CME course overview page [https://umich.cloud-cme.com/default.aspx?do=pln.viewActivity&plannerId=6265] for details on CME credit, or complete this survey for social work CEUs [https://umich.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_0cXICw1r7wAO4XI]. Visit the Breaking Down Mental Health podcast website [https://www.michiganmedicine.org/breaking-down-mental-health] for more information about this episode and the series. Breaking Down Mental Health is a part of the Michigan Medicine Podcast Network [https://www.michiganmedicine.org/podcasts]. You can subscribe to Breaking Down Mental Health podcast wherever you listen to podcasts. ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

Neurodiversity and ASD

Release Date: April 29, 2025 / Termination Date: April 29, 2028 Episode Transcript [https://www.michiganmedicine.org/breaking-down-mental-health/neurodiversity-and-autism-spectrum-disorder] Featured Guests: Tiffany Munzer, MD [https://www.uofmhealth.org/profile/32875/tiffany-grace-chung-munzer-md] Objectives * Define neurodiversity. * Understand the differences between various presentations of neurodiversity including autism spectrum disorders (ASD), dyspraxia, dyscalculia, dyslexia, ADHD, and sensory processing disorders. * Define the diagnostic criteria for ASD. * Discuss screening tools for ASD. * Determine barriers to diagnosis and care. * Apply principles of psychopharmacology for the support of individuals with ASD. * Apply evidence based behavioral principles. Resources * What is neurodiversity? [https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/what-is-neurodiversity-202111232645] (Harvard Health Publishing: Harvard Medical School) * Rosenberg’s Molecular and Geneic Basis of Neurological and Psychiatric Diseases. [https://www.sciencedirect.com/book/9780443191763/rosenbergs-molecular-and-genetic-basis-of-neurological-and-psychiatric-disease] (Chapter 18: Autism Spectrum Disorders: Clinical Considerations, pp. 197-207. CME Credits available: 0.75 To enroll for CME credit: visit our episode activity website [https://umich.cloud-cme.com/default.aspx?do=ev.viewEv&ev=92886]. Visit our CME course overview page [https://umich.cloud-cme.com/default.aspx?do=pln.viewActivity&plannerId=6265] for details on CME credit, or complete this survey for social work CEUs [https://umich.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_0cXICw1r7wAO4XI]. Visit the Breaking Down Mental Health podcast website [https://www.michiganmedicine.org/breaking-down-mental-health] for more information about this episode and the series. Breaking Down Mental Health is a part of the Michigan Medicine Podcast Network [https://www.michiganmedicine.org/podcasts]. You can subscribe to Breaking Down Mental Health podcast wherever you listen to podcasts. ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

Suicide and Anxiety

Release Date: April 1, 2025 / Termination Date: March 31, 2028 Episode Transcript [https://www.michiganmedicine.org/breaking-down-mental-health/suicide-and-anxiety] Featured Guests: Jami Socha, PhD [https://www.uofmhealth.org/profile/1497197339/jami-lee-socha-phd], and Christina Laitner, PhD [https://www.uofmhealth.org/profile/1831562420/christina-stark-laitner-phd] Objectives * Understand the relationship between anxiety and suicidality. Resources * Helping Kids in Crisis: Managing Psychiatric Emergencies in Children and Adolescents [https://www.appi.org/Products/Child-and-Adolescent-Psychiatry/Helping-Kids-in-Crisis], Kids in Crisis, pp. 1-11. (American Psychiatric Association) * Parenting a Teen who has Intense Emotions: DBT Skills to Help Your Teen Navigate Emotional and Behavioral Challenges [https://www.newharbinger.com/9781626251885/parenting-a-teen-who-has-intense-emotions/]. (New Harbinger Publications) CME Credits available: 0.5 To enroll for CME credit: visit our episode activity website [https://ww2.highmarksce.com/micme/index.cfm?do=ev.viewEv&ev=92886]. Visit our CME course overview page [https://umich.cloud-cme.com/default.aspx?do=pln.viewActivity&plannerId=6265] for details on CME credit, or complete this survey for social work CEUs [https://umich.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_0cXICw1r7wAO4XI]. Visit the Breaking Down Mental Health podcast website [https://www.michiganmedicine.org/breaking-down-mental-health] for more information about this episode and the series. Breaking Down Mental Health is a part of the Michigan Medicine Podcast Network [https://www.michiganmedicine.org/podcasts]. You can subscribe to Breaking Down Mental Health podcast wherever you listen to podcasts. ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.