Revolutionize ADHD & Social Trauma Treatment with AI and the Metaverse

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Varleisha Lyons, PhD, OTD, OTR/L, ASDCS Related seminars and products

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Varleisha D. Lyons (formerly Gibbs), PhD, OTD, OTR/L, ASDCS, is an occupational therapist and author with over 20 years of experience working with children and adolescents diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder, sensory processing disorders and neurological disorders. She developed and founded Delaware’s first occupational therapy program and became the first black indigenous American woman to serve as the Scientific Programs Officer at the American Occupational Therapy Foundation. 

Varleisha continues to lecture and provides training on sensory processing strategies and self-regulation to practitioners, parents, and teachers throughout the country and internationally. As co-author of Raising Kids with Sensory Processing Disorders, she has provided families with strategies to understand and care for their children. Dr. Lyons is the developer of the Self-Regulation and Mindfulness program and author of the best-selling book, Self-Regulation and Mindfulness: Exercises and Worksheets for Sensory Processing Disorder, ADHD, and Autism Spectrum Disorder (PESI Publishing & Media). She is the co-author of Trauma Treatment in ACTION: Over 85 Activities to Move Clients Toward Healing, Growth and Improved Functioning (PESI Publishing & Media). Her areas of expertise include neuroanatomy, self-regulation strategies across the lifespan, health inequities, and trauma responsive approaches.

Disclaimer: The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed in this presentation belong solely to the author, and not necessarily to the author's employer, organization, committee or other group or individual. Varleisha D. Lyons PhD, OTR/L is employed by the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA). This work is independent of her role and not affiliated with AOTA, Inc.

 

Speaker Disclosures:
Financial: Dr. Varleisha Lyons maintains a private practice and is the founder and CEO of Wasut Sanctuary & Education, LLC. She receives royalties as a published author. Dr. Lyons receives a speaking honorarium, recording and book royalties from PESI, Inc. She has no relevant financial relationships with ineligible organizations.
Non-financial: Dr. Varleisha Lyons is a member of the American Occupational Therapy Association and the National Black Occupational Therapy Caucus. She serves as a board member of the National Association for Hearing and Speech Action.

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Objectives

1. Identify the neurological underpinnings of ADHD as it relates to social trauma.
2. Integrate the Metaverse and AI into treatment planning for ADHD.
3. Choose AI and Metaverse interventions to develop trauma-informed treatment strategies.

Outline

ADHD and Social Trauma: Brief Overview 

• Diagnosis overview  
• The impact on the nervous system 
• Review of the neurological underpinnings of ADHD  
• Social trauma and how it intersects with ADHD 
• How technology impacts the nervous system  

Incorporate Technology into Support Approaches For ADHD 

• What is the Metaverse 
• How does AI intersect with the Metaverse 
• The role of social context in trauma 
• Where the opportunities are 
• Technology powered approaches for assessment and intervention planning 
  • Immersion therapy 
  • Task management tools 
  • Mobile apps 
  • Cognitive training tools 
  • Emotional regulation tools 
  • Support systems 

Applying Our knowledge 

• Ethical considerations  
• Case scenarios  
  • Adolescent male, late age diagnosis of ADHD, transitioning from high school to living independently and gaining employment  
  • Elementary school age male with a history of trauma and is autistic  
• Self-assessment of knowledge gained 
• Risks and limitations of research and techniques 

Target Audience

• Addiction Professionals 
• Case Managers 
• Dieticians 
• Licensed Clinical/Mental Health Counselors 
• Marriage & Family Therapists 
• Nurses 
• Nursing Home/Assisted Living Administrators 
• Occupational Therapists 
• Occupational Therapy Assistants 
• Physical Therapists 
• Physical Therapist Assistants 
• Psychologists 
• School Administrators 
• Social Workers 
• Speech-Language Pathologists 
• Teachers/School-Based Personnel