Children's Program
Background:
Lead Contact--Dr. Robin McCoy at The Children’s Program
6443 SW Beaverton Hillsdale HWY Portland OR 97221 Suite #300
503.452.8002
Experience: You will observe Dr. Robin McCoy, Developmental Pediatrician, work with families and children related to developmental and behavioral issues, frequently ADHD. Dr. McCoy will offer pearls of wisdom in providing care to this patient population.
*Please call her receptionist prior to your scheduled time to confirm her schedule.
Prep Work for ADHD
Review the Pediatrics in Review article for ADHD
Review the AAP ADHD toolkit and find (at least) the following information: https://publications.aap.org/toolkits/pages/ADHD-Toolkit
Parent tool- “Why is My Child Having Trouble in School?”
Basic Facts- What Every Clinician Should Know Before Starting a Patient on Medication
3. Review behavioral therapy (PCIT) and parenting programs section
4. Review CHADD website and consider classroom accommodations
5. Review Complex ADHD Guidelines
Prep Work for Autism
1) Autism Navigator “free registration” --Review this video glossary
2) Autism Tool Kit Tool kits
3) Review the AAP Autism Resource Website
4) Review the CDC Autism Resource site
5) Consider these short courses on autism-related topics via the Autism Internet Module
- Recommended Courses:
- Assessment for Identification
- Cognitive Differences
- Restricted Patterns of Behavior, Interests, and Activities
- Screening Across the Lifespan for Autism Spectrum Disorder