ADHD and Faith – The Spiritual Connection
*Mark Sperber, LPC, BCN - Clinical Director, Center for Intention & Focus
*Gurdeep Parhar, MD., Founder, Adult ADHD Center, Canada
Saturday, November 9, 2024 9:00 – 11:00 am, Central
Virtual - 2 CEs *
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The Interplay: Embracing ADHD and Spirituality, a presentation that explores the profound connection between ADHD and spirituality. In a world that often feels overwhelming, finding harmony between these two aspects can offer individuals with ADHD a path to greater well-being and spiritual fulfillment. This session will look into the unique challenges and opportunities that arise at the intersection of ADHD and spirituality, offering insights and practical strategies to help attendees navigate their spiritual journeys. Whether you identify with a particular faith or consider yourself spiritual in your own way, this inclusive and welcoming event will provide valuable perspectives on how to integrate spirituality into ADHD management. Come prepared to explore and discover how spirituality can be a powerful ally in your ADHD journey.
Mark Sperber is the Clinical Director for the Center for Intention and Focus (CIF) in Houston TX. Mark is an LPC-S, LMFT and is board certified in neurofeedback (BCN). Passionate about helping adolescents and adults with ADHD and he has additional professional expertise in, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Christian counseling. Mark is intrigued by the intersection of Spirituality and mental health and the importance of working with the mind, soul and body. For more information on Mark’s practice, click here: Center for Intention and Focus | Therapy in Houston, TX (intention-focus.com)
Dr. Gurdeep Parhar is a Clinical Professor in the UBC Faculty of Medicine with over 30 years of experience. He is committed to finding innovative ways to bridge the gap in care for Canadian adults living with ADHD. His work is anchored in three foundational pillars: Accessibility to Adult ADHD Clinical Assessments, Education, and Research. Dr. Parhar has published research on the real-world efficacy and safety of two ADHD treatments. These pillars collectively form the core principles that guide his initiatives and advancements in creating a comprehensive and inclusive framework for addressing the multifaceted aspects of ADHD management.
Objectives:
Participants will be able to
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understand the intersection of ADHD and spirituality.
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have knowledge of varied expressions of ADHD and how it presents in daily life.
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review the role of spirituality in coping with ADHD.
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develop strategies for slowing down and finding balance.