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North Shore University Hospital

Department of Psychiatry

ADHD Assessment and Treatment Program

Director: Laurie A. Kramer, Ph.D.

Coordinator: Jill Sonnenklar, Ph.D.

Parenting groups and child groups are now being formed for children diagnosed with ADHD and co-morbid disorders:

Cognitive Behavioral Group Treatment for

Children with ADHD

Children who experience problems with attention, behavioral control and peer interactions will be taught in a group context; behavioral and coping skills such as:

•       Relaxation Training

•       Cognitive Restructuring

•       Problem Solving Skills

Weekly individual goals are established for each child. Parents will have the opportunity to share experiences and work on parenting/family goals in their own parent group that runs concurrently.

Fifteen sessions will be held on Tuesdays at

6:30 pm

beginning March 2006

Reimbursement may be available through major insurance carriers.

Please contact your insurance company for more information.

For more information or to schedule a screening, please contact:

Laurie A. Kramer, Ph.D. (516) 562-3266 OR

Jill Sonnenklar, Ph.D. (516) 562-3277