Nieuwsbrief

Deze e-learning wordt aangeboden in samenwerking met de University of Arizona. De e-learning is al jaren in de VS geaccrediteerd voor 4,75 AMA (Amerikaanse accreditatie) voor alle artsen. De kwaliteit is hoogstaand en er wordt gewerkt met verschillende werkvormen (interactieve casuistiek, quizen en video). De geschatte tijdsinvestering is 4,75 uur. Alle onderdelen zijn engels, zo ook de toelichting hieronder. Integrative Pediatric Neurology: ADHD & Autism The prevalence of ADHD and autism have skyrocketed over the past couple decades. In 2016, an estimated 6.1 million children in the United States were diagnosed with ADHD, a prevalence of 9.46%. 3.8 million of these children were taking a stimulant medication such as Ritalin (CDC, 2018). This is up from 150,000 in 1970 and less than a million as recently as 1990. There is no biological explanation for such variation, indicating the very powerful effect of socioeconomic, political, educational, or other factors in the diagnosis and treatment of ADHD. Families who are apprehensive about the side effects of medications for pediatric neurological disorders are turning to integrative medicine for options. Children with ADHD or autism can respond well to personalized care that emphasizes diet, nutrients, gut health, and environmental factors. This course emphasizes the need for health professionals who treat ADHD to become familiar with the various integrative treatments which are available and to be able to counsel parents effectively concerning these treatments. Pediatric providers will benefit from exploring evidence-based integrative options to complement pharmacologic and cognitive behavioral treatments.