Steve T. Olivas – Over 75 Quick

Every professional who seeks to fill their toolbox with tested methods will leave this recording with a wealth of fresh ideas and rejuvenated spirits.

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Steve T. Olivas – Over 75 Quick

BEHAVIORAL OVERVIEW

Etiology

• Nature v. nurture
• Hormones, neuropsychology, behaviorism
• Gender differences
• ”Eye of the beholder”

DSM-5® Updates

• ADHD
• Oppositional defiant disorder
• Conduct disorder
• Autism spectrum disorders
• Bipolar disorder
• Childhood anxiety and depression

Medication Interventions

• Psycho-stimulants
• Mood stabilizers
• Anti-depressants/anti-anxiety
• Atypical anti-psychotics
• Illegal/illicit substances and treatment effects

TOOLS FOR HELPING BEHAVIOR PROBLEMS

Quick Techniques to Manage Anger

• Time in!
• Restitution
• The peace table & empathy building
• Actor/observer
• Standing 8 count
• Art of compromise
• … And many more

Quick Techniques to Manage Depression

• Cut-n-paste
• The mirror effect
• Inside movie
• Types of journaling
• … And many more

Quick Techniques to Manage Anxiety

• Ceiling fan breathing
• Set the clock
• Progressive relaxation
• Top dog/underdog
• … And many more!

Quick Techniques to Manage Autism/Asperger’s

• Facial expressions and social cues
• Building a broader structure
• The burrito
• Island of Solace
• … And many more!

Quick Techniques to Manage ADHD

• Noise to the system
• Anticipation
• Therapeutic games
• … And many more!

TECHNIQUES TO HELP THE CLIENT’S WORLD

Parents/Caregivers and Teachers/Schools

• Intentional dialogue
• The listening jar
• Time out/quiet time
• Token economies/response cost (and avoiding pitfalls)
• The good behavior game

Manage Therapist Frustration

Limitations of Research and Potential Risks

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Description:

Leaving nothing to the abstract, “75 Quick, ‘On-The-Spot’ Techniques for Children and Adolescents with Emotional and Behavioral Problems” will guide you through focused, clear and successful methods for treating children.

Every professional who seeks to fill their toolbox with tested methods will leave this recording with a wealth of fresh ideas and rejuvenated spirits.

If you do not have a lot of experience working with children and teens, you will leave with a defined strategy for success. If you are a seasoned professional, you will learn new tricks and techniques to re-energize and revitalize your practice!

With nearly 25 years of clinical experience and a background in improvisational comedy, Dr. Steve is a strong proponent of “Edu-tainment.” Namely, he uses charm, wit and humor to enhance your learning experience, thus improving the retention and utilization of the specific skills covered.

We change the world when we touch a child’s life!