A Neurobehavioral Bridge - Mapping the Spectrum Between ADHD and BPD

LIVE ONLINE WORKSHOP

Capability Level: Established & Expert

As we become more aware of the prevalence of adult attention deficit hyperactivity disorder and gain a fuller appreciation of the experience of this unique and often difficult way of being, we’re also becoming aware of the similarities it shares with borderline personality disorder, leading to diagnostic uncertainty and sometimes less than optimal treatment and support for people with either or both conditions. BPD and ADHD are also, unfortunately, quite stigmatised, which further disadvantages people living with them, hampering their efforts to lead satisfying lives.

This workshop will provide social workers with an opportunity to learn about the latest understandings for both conditions, their treatment and several effective engagement techniques that consider the needs of people with BPD and ADHD. Through small group activities, you will also have the opportunity to share with other social workers your experiences and challenges when engaging people with BPD and ADHD, towards more effective practice and de-stigmatising these complex conditions, including approaches needed to engage and then maintain professional relationships with them, including repairing ruptures.

Who should attend?

This session is suitable for social workers with experience in mental health and disability fields who are looking to enhance their knowledge and skills in supporting people with BPD, ADHD or both and who would like to share their experiences, successes and challenges of working in this often challenging and rewarding context.

Learning Outcomes

By the end of this program, participants will be able to:

· Understand the aetiology, presentation and supports for people with BPD and ADHD

· Develop a repertoire of attitudinal and practical stances that aid engagement

· Consider and practice techniques in the use of evidence-based micro-skills and develop a greater understanding of the support options for people with BPD and adult ADHD

Event Structure:

Introduction

Learning Session 1: Understand the aetiology, presentation and supports for people with BPD and ADHD (55 minutes)

Learning Activity 1: Case study and group discussion

Learning Session 2: Develop a repertoire of attitudinal and practical stances that aid engagement (55 minutes)

Learning Activity 2: Case study and group discussion

Learning Session 3: Consider and practice techniques in the use of evidence-based micro-skills and develop a greater understanding of the support options for people with BPD and adult ADHD

(55 minutes)

Learning Activity 3: Case study and group discussion

Conclusion and Q&A

AASW Credential: Mental Health

This Workshop is not recorded, however, you will have access to materials and resources on AASW Online Learning for 4 weeks after the completion of the workshop.