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SUMMARY:Medication\, Not Magic: Making Wise Choices About Pharmalogical Interventions
DESCRIPTION:Please join SPED*NET at Wilton Library for a thorough and balanced presentation of a thorny topic. Dr. Kevin Kalikow will help untangle the complexities of pharmacological treatments for Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and co-existing conditions\, by addressing whether or not to give psychiatric drugs to your child and\, if so\, when. He will discuss indications for medication\, potential benefits and risks\, and ethical dilemmas.\n\n\nDr. Kalikow\, a child psychiatrist in private practice for 30 years\, speaks widely on the use of psychiatric medication in children and adolescents. He is the author of Your Child in the Balance: Solving the Psychiatric Medicine Dilemma and Kids on Meds: Up-to-Date Information About the Most Commonly Prescribed Psychiatric Medications\, a guide to psychiatric medication for non-medically trained mental health professionals. Presented by SPED*NET in partnership with Wilton Library and Newtown Sped PTA.\n\n\nPlease register on the Wilton Library website.\n\n\n\n\n	See more related GMW stories...
URL:https://goodmorningwilton.com/event/medication-not-magic-making-wise-choices-about-pharmalogical-interventions/
LOCATION:Wilton Library\, 137 Old Ridgefield Rd.\, Wilton\, CT\, 06987
CATEGORIES:discussion,Free,Health & Wellness,Library,Not for profit,Presentation
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SUMMARY:Neurofeedback Improved Diagnosis and Treatment of Emotional\, Behavioral and Learning Issues
DESCRIPTION:The use of sophisticated technology to intervene and improve brain function promises a transformation in practice in many fields: education\, rehabilitation\, neurology\, psychiatry\, and psychology. Qualitative Electroencephalography (qEEG) images very specific locations and types of brain activity\, leading to improved diagnosis and treatment recommendations. Neurofeedback improves the regulation of its activity in these identified areas\, leading to enhanced functioning.\n\n\nJames Cooney\, LCSW\, a clinical social worker specializing in ADHD\, LD\, anxiety\, depressive disorders\, developmental trauma and anger management\, will introduce these related technologies and their use in refining the diagnosis and treatment of attentional\, emotional and behavioral difficulties that can impact children’s learning.\n\n\nThis in-person event is free of charge and is presented by SPED*NET Wilton in partnership with Wilton Library and Wilton Public Schools.\n\n\nMore info can be found on the SPED*Net website.\n\n\nRegister online.\n\n \n\n\n\n\n	See more related GMW stories...
URL:https://goodmorningwilton.com/event/neurofeedback-improved-diagnosis-and-treatment-of-emotional-behavioral-and-learning-issues/
LOCATION:Wilton Library\, 137 Old Ridgefield Rd.\, Wilton\, CT\, 06987
CATEGORIES:Educational,Lecture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220406T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220406T120000
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SUMMARY:The Exercise Rx: How Movement Transforms Your Child’s Brain
DESCRIPTION:Think of exercise as a prescription for optimizing intellectual reasoning\, increasing attention\, and improving mood. Regular exercise activates the brain systems that support focus\, memory\, and self-regulation\, decrease impulsivity\, and prime kids for learning — all kids\, young and old. An exciting and growing body of research shows that physical activity is a promising alternative or additional treatment option for kids with ADHD\, executive function challenges\, and learning issues.\n\n\nDr. Douglas DeMassa will discuss the effects of exercise on the brain and how physical activity can help students improve attention\, endurance\, short-term memory skills\, impulse control\, time-on-task\, visual tracking\, balance\, coordination\, and self-confidence.\n\n\nPresented by SPED*NET Wilton in partnership with Wilton Library\, Wilton Public Schools\, the Wilton Youth Council Free Play Matters Task Force and Darien SEPAC.\n\n\nDeMassa is a Doctor of Chiropractic with a bachelor’s in science in sports biology\, a Master’s of Science in human nutrition\, over 300 hours of post-graduate education in chiropractic neurology\, and a post-doctoral qualification in the treatment of ADHD\, learning disabilities\, and behavioral disorders. He has trained in the martial arts for 35-plus years and has been teaching for 25 years. In 2005\, he combined his knowledge and experience to create NEURON-DO®\, a brain-based martial art that integrates physical movements with cognitive learning strategies. He is currently in private practice\, teaches NEURON-DO\, and is an adjunct professor at the University of Bridgeport School of Chiropractic teaching maternal and child health.\n\n\n\n\n	See more related GMW stories...
URL:https://goodmorningwilton.com/event/the-exercise-rx-how-movement-transforms-your-childs-brain-2/
LOCATION:Wilton Library\, 137 Old Ridgefield Road\, Wilton\, CT\, 06897\, United States
CATEGORIES:discussion,Educational,Health & Wellness,Lecture,Parenting
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SUMMARY:The College Timeline: Nuts and Bolts for Teens with IEPs or 504 Plans
DESCRIPTION:The college process can be daunting for students and their families\, especially when the students have learning\, behavioral\, social or attentional challenges. Increasing college readiness skills and selecting a college that’s the “right fit” are critical for a positive transition.\n\n\nSpecial education advocate Janine Kelly\, JD\, and university professor and student advisor Deborah List\, PhD\, will provide useful information on how to help your high school students develop the academic\, social-emotional and independence skills necessary for college\, and how to select a college program that will support their continued success. Janine and Deborah are partners in College Access and Beyond\, LLC\, which supports students and their families as they plan for their futures beyond high school.\n\n\nPresented by SPED*NET Wilton in partnership with Wilton Public Schools and Newtown Sped PTA.\n\n\nRegister online or at the SPED*NET website.\n\n\n\n\n	See more related GMW stories...
URL:https://goodmorningwilton.com/event/the-college-timeline-nuts-and-bolts-for-teens-with-ieps-or-504-plans/
LOCATION:Webinar Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:discussion,Educational,Free,Online,Parenting,Webinar,Zoom Call
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ORGANIZER;CN="SPED*NET Wilton":MAILTO:info@spednetwilton.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220215T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220215T110000
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SUMMARY:Support Group for Parents of Children with Special Needs
DESCRIPTION:SPED*NET is offering a series of six support group meetings for families of children with special needs\, such as ADHD\, Autism Spectrum Disorder\, Learning Disabilities\, Mental Health challenges (e.g.\, depression; anxiety)\, etc. The meetings will be facilitated by school psychologist David P. Sylvestro.\n\n\nThe group will meet by Zoom on six Tuesday mornings from 10:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m. Dates are: Feb. 15\, Mar. 1\, Mar. 15\, Mar. 29\, Apr. 12\, and Apr. 26. Themes include: Staying flexible in the midst of change; Moving from acceptance to empowerment; centering ourselves in a high achieving\, competitive community; Talking to your extended family; and more of your choosing. Participation fee: $60 for the six-part series. (Scholarships are available for anyone who cannot afford the participation fee at this time.)\n\n\nPrior registration is required for the support group series. Interested individuals can register at the SPED*NET Wilton website.\n\n\n\n\n	See more related GMW stories...
URL:https://goodmorningwilton.com/event/support-group-for-parents-of-children-with-special-needs/
LOCATION:CT\, United States
CATEGORIES:Health & Wellness,Support Group
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220112T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220112T110000
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SUMMARY:SPED*NET: Is She on the Spectrum? Identifying and Helping Girls with “Asperger’s” and Non-Verbal Learning Disabilities (NVLD)
DESCRIPTION:Know any bright girls who are inflexible\, argumentative\, and emotionally over-reactive or who shut down at times? Who have been called oppositional\, avoidant or attention-seeking? Who can’t quite fit in with peers? They may have “Asperger’s\,” have NLD\, or be on the autism spectrum.\n\n\nA proper diagnosis allows us to better understand and help these girls\, rather than blame them. Instead of constantly criticizing them\, we can listen with an awareness of spectrum issues\, understand and anticipate their needs\, and provide the accommodations and environment that will help them better navigate the mainstream world. If the girls feel more accepted for who they are\, they can have higher self-esteem and learn to advocate for themselves more successfully.\n\n\nOn Wednesday\, Jan. 12\, 10-11 a.m. via Zoom\, licensed psychologist Marcia Eckerd\, PhD\, will discuss why girls are so often misinterpreted and underdiagnosed and why an accurate diagnosis is important for the girls themselves\, educators\, clinicians\, and especially parents.\n\n\nPlease register by using the Website link.\n\n\n\n\n	See more related GMW stories...
URL:https://goodmorningwilton.com/event/spednet-is-she-on-the-spectrum-identifying-and-helping-girls-with-aspergers-and-non-verbal-learning-disabilities-nvld-2/
LOCATION:ZOOM
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211201T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211201T110000
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SUMMARY:SPED*NET: The Power of the Words You Choose to Use
DESCRIPTION:SPED*NET Wilton believes that the language parents use has a compelling influence on their kids. It plays an important role in their intellectual\, social\, and emotional development\, including their emotional regulation; social-dramatic play\, social competency and friendships; kindness; and engagement in school.\n\n\nOn Wednesday\, Dec. 1\, at 10 am\, pediatric language and literacy specialist Lydia Soifer\, PhD\, will explore the power of words and how you can influence your children’s learning and behavior with the words you choose.\n\n\nDr. Soifer is a language pathologist with over 45 years of experience in clinical and private practice\, as well as university teaching. Founder and director of The Soifer Center for Learning and Child Development\, the first multidisciplinary private diagnostic and remedial setting in Westchester County\, she continues to provide educational and advocacy services to families on behalf of their children\, in coordination with other professionals and schools.\n\n\nThis presentation is sponsored by SPED*NET Wilton in partnership with Wilton Youth Council\, Wilton Public Schools\, and Darien SEPAC.\n\n\n\n\n	See more related GMW stories...
URL:https://goodmorningwilton.com/event/spednet-the-power-of-the-words-you-choose-to-use/
LOCATION:Webinar Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Community Events,discussion,Educational,Family Event,Parenting,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211115T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211115T110000
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CREATED:20211108T141058Z
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SUMMARY:SPED*NET Wilton: The Emotional Side of Special Needs Parenting- How We Manage Self-Care
DESCRIPTION:SPED*NET Wilton presents The Emotional Side of Special Needs Parenting: How We Manage Self-Care\, based on ideas from David Sylvestro‘s webinar “Put Your Oxygen Mask On First”.\n\n\nIn this Zoom support meeting\, guided by school psychologist David P. Sylvestro\, MA\, CSP\, parents of special needs children will have the opportunity to learn how other parents have been managing the internal/external stress they feel and have a chance to let others know how they have been managing.\n\n\nInterested parents can read more about the program and register on the SPED*NET website. \n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n	See more related GMW stories...
URL:https://goodmorningwilton.com/event/spednet-wilton-the-emotional-side-of-special-needs-parenting-how-we-manage-self-care/
LOCATION:ZOOM
CATEGORIES:Educational
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211110T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211110T200000
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SUMMARY:SPED*NET Wilton: Preparing and Supporting Students with IEPs and Section 504 Plans for Their Postsecondary Pursuits
DESCRIPTION:Students with IEPs or 504 Plans and their families are invited to join a virtual panel of representatives from four unique transition programs that cater to a variety of abilities and learning styles. The participating programs are Chapel Haven (Schleifer Center)\, The Glenholme School (Devereux)\, Mansfield Hall\, and Westport College Prep. \n\n\nOnline registration is required.\n\n\nPresented by SPED*NET Wilton in partnership with Wilton Public Schools and Newtown Sped PTA. \n\n\n\n\n	See more related GMW stories...
URL:https://goodmorningwilton.com/event/spednet-wilton-preparing-and-supporting-students-with-ieps-and-section-504-plans-for-their-postsecondary-pursuits/
LOCATION:ZOOM
CATEGORIES:discussion,Educational,Zoom Call
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211109T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211109T113000
DTSTAMP:20210922T204959Z
CREATED:20210916T194520Z
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SUMMARY:Drinking\, Smoking\, Vaping: Trends in Teen Use and What Parents Can Do
DESCRIPTION:What exactly is “normal” when it comes to adolescent “experimentation” with alcohol\, vaping and other risky behaviors? Parents may not be aware that affluence is a risk factor for teens’ exposure to and use of alcohol\, tobacco\, cannabis and liquid nicotine (vaping) and that many high achieving teens are secretly engaged in these behaviors. In this workshop\, Elizabeth Driscoll Jorgensen\, CADC\, Director of Insight Counseling\, will help parents understand the current trends in teen behaviors as well as the possible unique risk factors for these behaviors that parents can minimize or eliminate. Parents will also learn simple and effective ways to set and maintain reasonable limits and expectations for their child’s safety and social life. Finally\, parents will have ample time to ask questions about their specific concerns. Join the Wilton community on Tuesday\, November 9 10:00am at the Wilton Library for this positive event supporting the well-being of our adolescents.\n\n\nThis program will also address the unique risk factors and considerations for the prevention of substance use for teens with learning disabilities and other special needs. We will cover teens with ADHD and other disabilities which may pose significant challenges to parents setting and maintaining safe boundaries and helping teens navigate social life.\n\n\nThis program is appropriate for parents of students in grades 6th to 12th. All interested adults are welcome to attend.\n\n\nThis program will be repeated on Zoom at 7:00 pm on November 9.\n\n\nSponsored by Wilton Youth Council in partnership with Wilton Library and SPED*NET Wilton.\n\n \n\n\n\n\n	See more related GMW stories...
URL:https://goodmorningwilton.com/event/drinking-smoking-vaping-trends-in-teen-use-and-what-parents-can-do/
LOCATION:Wilton Library
CATEGORIES:Parenting,Teens
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211019T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211019T113000
DTSTAMP:20210919T204840Z
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SUMMARY:The College Process: How to Cope with Uncertainty and Support Your Teen
DESCRIPTION:Uncertainty is but one of the many challenges that naturally accompany the college process. Yet the pressure associated with attempts to reduce and/or eliminate uncertainty often account for an inordinate amount of the stress. Add an ongoing pandemic\, with its own high levels of uncertainty\, and you’ve got a stressful challenge on steroids! But stress doesn’t have to run and/or define the show. This talk will show you how to shift away from trying to eliminate the uncertainty and toward coping with it.\n\n\nJoin clinical psychologist and parenting coach\, Susan Bauerfeld\, Ph.D.\, for an interactive discussion. Following an overview of how and why worry’s goals of eliminating uncertainty and discomfort actually backfire\, Bauerfeld will provide concrete strategies for coping with uncertainty that can lower the stress level for both you and your teen as you navigate the college process together.\n\n\nThe presentation is appropriate for parents of 10th through 12th-grade students.\n\n\nWe hope to make a recording of this presentation available. More information to come.\n\n\nSponsored by Wilton Youth Council in partnership with Wilton Library and SPED*NET Wilton.\n\n \n\n\n\n\n	See more related GMW stories...
URL:https://goodmorningwilton.com/event/the-college-process-how-to-cope-with-uncertainty-and-support-your-teen/
LOCATION:Wilton Library
CATEGORIES:discussion,Free,Parenting,Presentation,Schools,Teens
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211014T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211014T103000
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SUMMARY:SPED*NET: Put Your Oxygen Mask On First - Simple Parenting Tools for Complex Little Kids
DESCRIPTION:SPED*NET Wilton says that parents are of no use to their kids if they are overwhelmed. It’s crucial that parents keep in touch with their own physical\, mental and emotional pulse so they can provide the nurturing structure and guidance their children need.\n\n\non Thursday\, Oct. 14\, 9:30- 10:30 am\, School psychologist David P. Sylvestro\, MA\, CSP\, will discuss ways parents can keep themselves “steady and ready”— making sure their oxygen masks are properly on— by knowing how to recognize when their own stress levels may be interfering with their parenting goals and what to do when that happens.\n\n\nDave facilitates individual and group counseling sessions\, parent support groups\, and Dads-Only groups\, provides training and staff development to professionals\, and presents at LD conferences worldwide. He served as a school psychologist at Eagle Hill Schools for over 35 years and currently holds that position at The Southport School. Online registration for this webinar is required.\n\n\n\n\n	See more related GMW stories...
URL:https://goodmorningwilton.com/event/spednet-put-your-oxygen-mask-on-first-simple-parenting-tools-for-complex-little-kids/
LOCATION:ZOOM
CATEGORIES:Community Events,discussion,Educational,Family Event,Parenting,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211006T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211006T110000
DTSTAMP:20210919T204103Z
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SUMMARY:[WEBINAR] RULER: Recognizing\, Understanding\, Labeling\, Expressing\, & Regulating Emotions
DESCRIPTION:In this webinar\, Wilton Public Schools staff will educate parents about RULER\, a program of evidence-based tools and social-emotional learning practices from the Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence. Teachers across the district have been trained in these practices and RULER tools are already being used with students in grades K-5 to help students recognize and regulate emotions. Implementation at the secondary level is in progress.\n\n\nWhat is RULER?  RULER is an evidenced-based approach to social and emotional learning (SEL) that supports the entire school community in:\n\n\n\n\n\nUnderstanding the value of emotions\nBuilding the skills of emotional intelligence\nCreating and maintaining a positive school climate\n\n\n\nIn this webinar\, parents will learn about the four core tools and how we can implement these tools at home:\n\n\n\nBuilding a family charter\nMood Meter – emotion vocabulary\nMeta Moment for emotion regulation\nBlueprint for problem-solving\n\nPresenters are Elena White\, Miller-Driscoll School Counselor\, and Jennifer Ringelheim\, Cider Mill School third grade teacher and co-chair of the District SEL Committee.\n\n\nThis program is for parents with children in grades K-5. All interested adults are welcome to attend.\n\n \n\n\n​More information and registration is available online.\n\n\n\n\n	See more related GMW stories...
URL:https://goodmorningwilton.com/event/webinar-ruler-recognizing-understanding-labeling-expressing-regulating-emotions/
LOCATION:ZOOM
CATEGORIES:Free,Online,Parenting,Presentation,Schools,Zoom Call
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210922T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210922T120000
DTSTAMP:20210919T201312Z
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SUMMARY:How to Talk with Your Child’s Team: Effective Communication During the PPT/504 Process
DESCRIPTION:Difficult conversations can be unpleasant\, confrontational and provoking. A common fear is that an already challenging situation may get worse because of unresolved issues\, conflict or loss of trust among interested parties. When it comes to PPT or 504 meetings with parents and school personnel\, the stakes are often high: decisions made during these meetings can ultimately determine the educational services your child receives and the direction of his/her future path.\n\n\nIn this workshop\, Todd Kellogg\, LMFT\, BCBA\, a licensed behavior analyst and family therapist\, will discuss the importance of effective communication skills; how you\, as parents\, can become more emotionally self-aware during difficult conversations; how to avoid falling “heart first” into conflict with school-based teams; and how to forge collaborative relationships with school personnel despite disagreements and competing priorities.\n\n\nThis event is free and open to the public. Register on the SPED*NET Wilton website.\n\n\nCo-sponsored by Wilton Library\, Wilton SEPTA and Wilton Public Schools\n\n\n\n\n	See more related GMW stories...
URL:https://goodmorningwilton.com/event/how-to-talk-with-your-childs-team-effective-communication-during-the-ppt-504-process/
LOCATION:Wilton Library
CATEGORIES:discussion,Parenting,Schools
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ORGANIZER;CN="SPED*NET Wilton":MAILTO:info@spednetwilton.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210909T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210909T113000
DTSTAMP:20210908T042509Z
CREATED:20210819T212550Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210908T042509Z
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SUMMARY:Coming Together: Responding to Unfinished Learning and Supporting Social-Emotional Health in the 2021-2022 School Year
DESCRIPTION:The 2020-2021 school year was unlike any in modern memory and has left many asking the question: Are kids prepared for the year ahead? While the pandemic has created much that is unprecedented\, unfinished learning is not new. Wilton’s educators are well-prepared to re-engage students in the concepts they’ll need to master in order to successfully navigate the upcoming year’s curriculum; as family members\, there is a great deal that can be done to support them in the process.\n\n\nPlease join a panel discussion led by Wilton Public Schools Assistant Superintendent\, Dr. Charles Smith Ed.D.\, that will address the district’s response to unfinished learning and plans for implementing a prioritized curriculum in the upcoming school year. In addition to WPS staff members\, Tracey Masella L.C.S.W.\, will join the panel to offer guidance on how families can support students and foster social-emotional well-being as kids make the transition back to full-time school.\n\n\nPanelists:\n\n\nCharles Smith\, Ed.D. — WPS Assistant Superintendent\, Curriculum and Instruction\nAndrea Leonardi — WPS Assistant Superintendent\, Special Services\nTrudy Denton — WPS Curriculum Coordinator – Math/Science\nKaren Brenneke — WPS Curriculum Coordinator – Humanities\nKim Zemo\, L.C.S.W — WPS\, Safe School Climate Coordinator\nTracey Masella\, L.C.S.W — Private Practice\, Silver Hill Hospital\n\n\nThis program is appropriate for parents of first-12th grade students.\n\n \n\n\nQuestions can be submitted to the panel in advance via email.\n\n\nSponsored by: Wilton Public Schools\, Wilton Youth Council\, Silver Hill Hospital\, SPED*NET Wilton\, and Wilton SEPTA\n\n\n\n\n	See more related GMW stories...
URL:https://goodmorningwilton.com/event/coming-together-responding-to-unfinished-learning-and-supporting-social-emotional-health-in-the-2021-2022-school-year/
LOCATION:Wilton High School Clune Center\, 395 Danbury Road\, Wilton\, CT\, 06897\, United States
CATEGORIES:discussion,Educational,Free,Parenting,Schools
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210825T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210825T110000
DTSTAMP:20210812T022918Z
CREATED:20210811T154343Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210812T022918Z
UID:10010850-1629885600-1629889200@goodmorningwilton.com
SUMMARY:SPED*NET Wilton's First Webinar of the School Year:  Strategies to Relieve Return to School Anxiety
DESCRIPTION:We’re all struggling to figure out our re-entry into society after the traumas of quarantine and distance learning. For students returning to schools and campuses\, reports confirm that 40-60% have mental health issues. How can we slow the dive into normalcy and let our kids with special needs know it’s okay to wade in slowly?\n\n\nIn this SPED*NET webinar\, Jane Thierfeld Brown\, EdD\, Director of College Autism Spectrum and former Assistant Clinical Professor at Yale Child Study\, will discuss the toll Covid-19 has taken on our kids and offer strategies to help lessen their anxiety\, boost their social-emotional wellbeing\, and make them feel more comfortable and confident as they venture back to their classrooms.\n\n\n\n\n	See more related GMW stories...
URL:https://goodmorningwilton.com/event/spednet-wiltons-first-webinar-of-the-school-year-strategies-to-relieve-return-to-school-anxiety/
LOCATION:Webinar Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Educational,Free,Lecture,Meeting,Online,Parenting,Schools,Webinar,Zoom Call
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ORGANIZER;CN="SPED*NET Wilton":MAILTO:info@spednetwilton.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210528T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210528T220000
DTSTAMP:20210526T214740Z
CREATED:20210517T025331Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210526T214740Z
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SUMMARY:Drive In Movie Event — POSTPONED
DESCRIPTION:This event has been postponed due to likely storms. It has been rescheduled to Thursday\, June 3.\nCome watch a family favorite\, Finding Nemo.\n\n\nSPED*NET Wilton is presenting the family-friendly\, heart-warming\, and very entertaining film\, Finding Nemo on Friday\, May 28\, in partnership with Remarkable Theater.\n\n\nRemarkable Theater\, a non-profit organization in Westport\, employs people with disabilities and operates a drive-in movie theatre. Please join us in supporting this wonderful organization. See you at the movies!\n\n\nRemarkable Drive-In Theater\n50 Imperial Avenue\nWestport\, CT\n\n\nFor Tickets\, visit the Remarkable Theater website.\n\n \n\n\n\n\n	See more related GMW stories...
URL:https://goodmorningwilton.com/event/drive-in-movie-event/
LOCATION:Remarkable Drive-In Theater\, 50 Imperial Avenue\, Westport\, CT\, 06880\, United States
CATEGORIES:Drive Through,Family Event,Film,Kids,Outdoor Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="SPED*NET Wilton":MAILTO:info@spednetwilton.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210520T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210520T110000
DTSTAMP:20210517T161554Z
CREATED:20210517T023703Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210517T161554Z
UID:10009299-1621504800-1621508400@goodmorningwilton.com
SUMMARY:Transition Planning and College Readiness
DESCRIPTION:SPED*NET Wilton is glad to welcome Jane Thierfeld Brown\, EdD\, in Part II of our webinar series\, Post High School and College Planning: Helping Our Students with Disabilities Prepare for Their Future and Find the Right Path.\n\n\nTransitioning from high school to college or employment can be difficult for any student\, but especially for students with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). The structure and predictability provided in high school are gone. The social and academic supports these students may have relied on during their high school years are suddenly removed. The organization\, communication\, social\, and “life” skills required in a college or employment setting are heightened. Our role as “parent” changes legally when our “child” turns 18. For all these reasons\, it is important to encourage students with ASD to develop critical academic\, social\, and life skills while in high school so they can transition to college or employment successfully.\n\n\nIf you missed the first webinar with Dr. Brown\, you can view the recording online.\n\n\n\n\n	See more related GMW stories...
URL:https://goodmorningwilton.com/event/transition-planning-and-college-readiness/
LOCATION:ZOOM
CATEGORIES:Educational,Free,Online,Parenting,Presentation,Teens,Webinar,Zoom Call
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ORGANIZER;CN="SPED*NET Wilton":MAILTO:info@spednetwilton.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210127T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210127T110000
DTSTAMP:20210126T061831Z
CREATED:20210106T172259Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210126T061831Z
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SUMMARY:Healthy Connections:  An Inside Scoop on Adolescents and Addiction
DESCRIPTION:New experiences and relationships are essential for helping our tweens\, teens and young adults develop appropriately and reach their full potential. As parents\, we may be concerned that our kids are changing too quickly – or that their panoply of experiences will be harmful\, especially when they involve alcohol and drugs.\n\n\nIn this presentation and conversation\, Anthony Nave\, LCSW\, will explain: how our adolescents’ social\, emotional and brain development can increase their risk for substance abuse/use disorders; what signs of struggle to look out for; how to start a conversation about drugs and alcohol; and what resources are available\, if further help is needed. Nave will also discuss misconceptions surrounding addiction and the contemporary “medical model” of addiction.\n\n\nNave\, a licensed clinical social worker with master’s degrees in Educational Psychology and Clinical Social Work\, serves as Senior Manager\, Outpatient Services\, at Mountainside Treatment Center. He is advanced certified in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)\, is currently an EMDR Consultant-in-Training\, and is experienced in medication-assisted treatment\, co-occurring disorders\, and adolescent programming. Prior to joining Mountainside\, he taught in an alternative therapeutic school\, where he helped youth with mental health and cognitive disorders. At Mountainside\, Nave designs curricula for clinical programming and incorporates neurobiology and a trauma-responsive framework into one-on-one counseling\, group therapy\, family sessions\, and supervision. At home\, he enjoys pretending to be superheroes with his sons and rooting for the Red Sox and Patriots.\n\n\nRegister online.\n\n\n\n\n	See more related GMW stories...
URL:https://goodmorningwilton.com/event/healthy-connections-an-inside-scoop-on-adolescents-and-addiction/
LOCATION:ZOOM
CATEGORIES:discussion,Free,Health & Wellness,Parenting,Presentation,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200302T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200302T120000
DTSTAMP:20200225T142046Z
CREATED:20200225T142046Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200225T142046Z
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SUMMARY:The Exercise Rx:  How Movement Transforms Your Child's Brain
DESCRIPTION:Dr. Douglas DeMassa will discuss the effects of exercise on the brain and how physical activity can help students improve attention\, endurance\, short-term memory skills\, impulse control\, time-on-task\, visual tracking\, balance\, coordination\, and self-confidence.\n\n\nDeMassa is a Doctor of Chiropractic with a Bachelor’s in Science in Sports Biology\, a Master’s of Science in Human Nutrition\, over 300 hours of post-graduate education in Chiropractic Neurology\, and a post-doctoral qualification in the treatment of ADHD\, learning disabilities\, and behavioral disorders. All parents and educators are welcome.\n\n\nCo-sponsored by Wilton Library and SPED*NET Wilton. See the library’s website for speaker details. Registration recommended. Register online or call 203.762.6334.\n\n\n\n\n	See more related GMW stories...
URL:https://goodmorningwilton.com/event/the-exercise-rx-how-movement-transforms-your-childs-brain/
LOCATION:Wilton Library\, 137 Old Ridgefield Rd.\, Wilton\, CT\, 06987
CATEGORIES:discussion,Educational,Free,Parenting,Presentation
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191113T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191113T203000
DTSTAMP:20191003T233645Z
CREATED:20190929T164604Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191003T233645Z
UID:10009090-1573671600-1573677000@goodmorningwilton.com
SUMMARY:The Resilience Formula: Giving Kids Roots and Wings
DESCRIPTION:In this interactive session\, Donna Volpitta\, Ed.D makes the science of the brain easy to understand. Her Resilient Mindset Model helps parents appreciate how the brain responds to challenges and provides them with tools to raise emotionally healthy\, resilient kids who make mindful and informed choices. TWO opportunities:  10 a.m. OR 7 p.m..\n\n\nVisit the Wilton Youth Council website for more information. Sponsored by Wilton Kiwanis\, SPED*NET Wilton\, and Wilton Youth Council.\n\n\n\n\n	See more related GMW stories...
URL:https://goodmorningwilton.com/event/the-resilience-formula-giving-kids-roots-and-wings/2019-11-13/2/
LOCATION:Wilton Library\, 137 Old Ridgefield Rd.\, Wilton\, CT\, 06987
CATEGORIES:discussion,Free,Lecture,Parenting,Presentation
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191113T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191113T113000
DTSTAMP:20191003T233645Z
CREATED:20190929T164604Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191003T233645Z
UID:10009089-1573639200-1573644600@goodmorningwilton.com
SUMMARY:The Resilience Formula: Giving Kids Roots and Wings
DESCRIPTION:In this interactive session\, Donna Volpitta\, Ed.D makes the science of the brain easy to understand. Her Resilient Mindset Model helps parents appreciate how the brain responds to challenges and provides them with tools to raise emotionally healthy\, resilient kids who make mindful and informed choices. TWO opportunities:  10 a.m. OR 7 p.m..\n\n\nVisit the Wilton Youth Council website for more information. Sponsored by Wilton Kiwanis\, SPED*NET Wilton\, and Wilton Youth Council.\n\n\n\n\n	See more related GMW stories...
URL:https://goodmorningwilton.com/event/the-resilience-formula-giving-kids-roots-and-wings/2019-11-13/1/
LOCATION:Wilton Library\, 137 Old Ridgefield Rd.\, Wilton\, CT\, 06987
CATEGORIES:discussion,Free,Lecture,Parenting,Presentation
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191104T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191104T210000
DTSTAMP:20191007T223011Z
CREATED:20190929T164013Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191007T223011Z
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SUMMARY:S.P.A.C.E.: Supportive Parenting of Anxious Childhood Emotions
DESCRIPTION:Dr. Eli Lebowitz\, associate professor in the Yale Child Study Center\, will speak to parents about the S.P.A.C.E. program\, which addresses childhood anxiety (from low level to severe) by teaching parenting skills. The program has been found to be effective in lessening the negative impact of anxiety on children and families. Come learn more about how changing parent behavior can positively impact your child and reduce the impact of anxiety on your entire family. Dr. Lebowitz will also lead a training session for professionals during the day on Nov. 4 and 5. This session is sponsored by the Wilton Public Schools\, SPED*NET Wilton\, Wilton SEPTA\, and Wilton Youth Council.\n\n\n*THE LOCATION HAS CHANGED:  The program is now being held in the Middlebrook School Auditorium.\n\n\nContact Lori Godin via email or by phone at 203.762.3381\, ext. 8312 with questions.\n\n\n\n\n	See more related GMW stories...
URL:https://goodmorningwilton.com/event/s-p-a-c-e-supportive-parenting-of-anxious-childhood-emotions/
LOCATION:Middlebrook School Auditorium\, Wilton\, CT\, 06897\, United States
CATEGORIES:discussion,Free,Lecture,Parenting,Presentation,Schools
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191007T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191007T120000
DTSTAMP:20190915T154958Z
CREATED:20190915T154958Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190915T154958Z
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SUMMARY:College Frenzy 2.0: Follow-Up Discussion
DESCRIPTION:On Thursday\, Sept. 26\, parent coach and clinical psychologist Susan Bauerfeld\, PhD\, and college consultant Victoria Hirsch will present “College Frenzy\,” providing tips\, strategies and suggestions for viewing the college process as a natural next step rather than THE BIG EVENT and for managing the process in ways that foster resilience and relationships rather than anxiety\, stress and ruptured relationships.\n\n\nOn Monday\, Oct. 7\, Bauerfeld and Hirsch lead a follow-up discussion. Bring your questions for an informal conversation based on the  College Frenzy presentation. A minimum of 25 registrants is needed for the discussion program to run.\n\n\nAdmission is free; registration is required online or by calling 203.762.6334.\n\n\nEmail Genevieve Eason with questions.\n\n\nSponsored By:  Wilton Youth Council\, SPED*NET Wilton\, Wilton Presbyterian Church\, Wilton Youth Services and Wilton Library\n\n \n\n\n\n\n	See more related GMW stories...
URL:https://goodmorningwilton.com/event/college-frenzy-2-0-follow-up-discussion/
LOCATION:Wilton Library
CATEGORIES:discussion,Educational,Parenting
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190926T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190926T113000
DTSTAMP:20190915T145909Z
CREATED:20190915T145909Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190915T145909Z
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SUMMARY:College Frenzy 2.0:  How to Manage and Minimize the Stress
DESCRIPTION:The College Process has come to be viewed as “THE BIG EVENT” in the lives of students and their families. The pressure associated with THE BIG EVENT often creates a lot of negative fallout\, such as ruptured relationships and high levels of stress and anxiety. In this updated presentation\, parent coach and clinical psychologist Susan Bauerfeld\, PhD\, and college consultant Victoria Hirsch will offer tips\, strategies and suggestions for viewing the college process as a natural next step rather than THE BIG EVENT and for managing the process in ways that foster resilience and relationships rather than discord and despair.\n\n\nThis presentation is aimed at parents of 8th-12th graders. All parents and interested parties are welcome to attend.\n\n\nAdmission is free; register online or call 203.762.6334.\n\n\nPlease contact Genevieve Eason via email with questions.\n\n\nSponsored By:  Wilton Youth Council\, SPED*NET Wilton\, Wilton Presbyterian Church\, Wilton Youth Services and Wilton Library\n\n \n\n\n\n\n	See more related GMW stories...
URL:https://goodmorningwilton.com/event/college-frenzy-2-0-how-to-manage-and-minimize-the-stress/
LOCATION:Wilton Library
CATEGORIES:discussion,Educational,Free,Parenting,Presentation
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190918T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190918T120000
DTSTAMP:20190915T145243Z
CREATED:20190915T145243Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190915T145243Z
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SUMMARY:How to Raise a Reader:  10 Tips for Parents of Struggling Readers
DESCRIPTION:SPED*NET Wilton Lecture Series–Education specialist Dr. Margie Gillis will discuss reading evaluations\, the importance of early reading screening and individualized intervention\, and heredity as a red flag for dyslexia. She will share strategies to encourage reading at home and provide a list of resources to explore to support your child’s reading.\n\n\n\n\n	See more related GMW stories...
URL:https://goodmorningwilton.com/event/how-to-raise-a-reader-10-tips-for-parents-of-struggling-readers/
LOCATION:Wilton Library
CATEGORIES:Educational,Free,Lecture,Parenting,Presentation
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ORGANIZER;CN="SPED*NET Wilton":MAILTO:info@spednetwilton.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190408T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190408T120000
DTSTAMP:20190117T144953Z
CREATED:20180915T153121Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190117T144953Z
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SUMMARY:10 Practical Strategies to Help Your Children Improve Their Executive Function Skills:  How to Plan; Organize; Initiate & Complete Tasks; Manage Time; Self-Regulate; Be Flexible; and More
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, April 4 10 a.m.-noon\, Wilton Library\n\n\nLicensed clinical psychologist Mary Murphy PhD\, LACD and psychotherapist Elizabeth Driscoll Jorgensen\, CADC will explain the complex topics of executive function and working memory–crucial aspects of a child’s ability to succeed in school and with everyday tasks. They will emphasize how you can assist your child in developing and implementing helpful strategies.\n\n\nChildren and teens with Executive Function deficits have difficulties managing time constructively; setting goals appropriately; controlling emotional and behavioral impulses; prioritizing; sustaining attention; planning and organizing; starting tasks and following through; self-regulating; and making mature judgments regarding right & wrong and cause & effect.\n\n\nIn readily understandable terms\, Dr. Mary Murphy and Elizabeth Jorgensen will explain the complex topics of executive function and working memory – crucial aspects of a child’s ability to be successful in school and with everyday tasks – with an emphasis on how parents can assist them in developing and implementing helpful strategies.\n\n\nLicensed clinical psychologist Mary Murphy specializes in counseling\, executive function and academic coaching\, psychological testing\, psychotherapy\, and biofeedback. Her counseling practice focuses on helping children and adolescents affected by mood disorders\, neurological conditions\, and substance use. Dr. Murphy’s unique training and clinical experience allows her to look at patients through multiple relevant lenses to evaluate the impact that emotional symptoms\, learning/cognitive issues\, medical conditions and/or substance use may have on their ability to reach their true potential in school. Dr. Murphy completed advanced fellowship training at the Yale School of Medicine. She currently is a professor at Westconn.\n\n \n\n\nPsychotherapist Elizabeth Driscoll Jorgensen has over two decades of experience specializing in adolescent psychotherapy and substance abuse counseling. The recipient of a 1994 Congressional Award for her work\, Ms. Jorgensen is a recognized expert in engaging resistant teens and motivating them to change\, a consultant to independent schools and agencies\, and a popular speaker on parenting pre-teens and teenagers.\n\n\nRegistration information will be available soon–visit the Wilton Library website.\n\n\nQuestions/Comments: info@spednetwilton.org\n\n\n\n\n	See more related GMW stories...
URL:https://goodmorningwilton.com/event/10-practical-strategies-to-help-your-children-improve-their-executive-function-skills-how-to-plan-organize-initiate-manage-time-self-regulate-be-flexible-and-more/
LOCATION:Wilton Library\, 137 Old Ridgefield Road\, Wilton\, CT\, 06897\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free,Kids,Lecture,Presentation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190328T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190328T120000
DTSTAMP:20180915T160112Z
CREATED:20180915T160112Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180915T160112Z
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SUMMARY:BIOFEEDBACK:  Emotional Regulation & Stress Management
DESCRIPTION:Licensed clinical psychologist Mary Murphy\, PhD will discuss and demonstrate how biofeedback works. Biofeedback\, a promising treatment for ADHD\, anxiety and stress\, allows a person to learn how to monitor and change his or her body’s reaction to stressors.\n\n\nUsing a computer or smartphone\, biofeedback software allows you to monitor your biological responses\, such as breathing rates\, muscle activity\, and heart rate. The therapy process teaches you to notice changes in your body and ways to intervene to stop the body’s reactions that cause you to feel stress. It allows you to process information more efficiently\, to improve focus\, and to interrupt the process of fight-flight-freeze\, which causes distress to so many.\n\n\nOne of the most important benefits of Biofeedback is that it can be learned relatively quickly\, while working with a trained provider\, and has the goal of transitioning to independent use.\n\n\nDuring our demonstration\, Dr. Murphy will display sample biofeedback software (HeartMath) and show participants how to use common biofeedback apps at home.\n\n\nDr. Murphy is in private practice\, in Ridgefield\, CT\, at Insight Counseling\, where she specializes in counseling\, executive function/academic coaching\, psychological testing\, and biofeedback. Her counseling practice focuses on helping adolescents and adults affected by mood disorders\, neurological conditions\, and substance use. Dr Murphy completed advanced fellowship training at the Yale School of Medicine. She is currently a professor of psychology at WestConn.\n\n \n\n\nPlease Register: info@spednetwilton.org\n\n\nQuestions/Comments: info@spednetwilton.org\n\n\n\n\n	See more related GMW stories...
URL:https://goodmorningwilton.com/event/biofeedback-emotional-regulation-stress-management/
LOCATION:Wilton Comstock Community Center\, 180 School Road\, Wilton\, CT\, 06897\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free,Lecture,Presentation
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ORGANIZER;CN="SPED*NET Wilton":MAILTO:info@spednetwilton.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190307T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190307T203000
DTSTAMP:20190203T190854Z
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SUMMARY:The Physiology of Addiction:   Effects of Drug-Taking Behavior on the Brain
DESCRIPTION:Ruth A. Potee\, MD will explain how substances and addictive behaviors impact the brain and how the brain is injured by prolonged exposure to these substances and behaviors. She will also address the risk and impact of addiction on adolescents with ADHD.\n\n\nShe will focus on the three predisposing factors putting individuals at risk for addiction:  genetics\, early exposure during brain development\, and history of childhood trauma. Dr. Potee will explore normal risk-taking behaviors of the developing brain\, as well as the impact of marijuana on the adolescent brain acutely and over time. She will also address the risk and impact of addiction on adolescents with ADHD.\n\n\nThrough her wide-ranging series of presentations\, Dr. Potee engages communities in discussions surrounding substance abuse.\n\n\nSend questions/comments and register via email.\n\n\nCo-sponsored by Wilton Youth Council\, Weston Youth Services\, and the Wilton Library.\n\n \n\n\n\n\n	See more related GMW stories...
URL:https://goodmorningwilton.com/event/the-physiology-of-addiction-effects-of-drug-taking-behavior-on-the-brain/
LOCATION:Wilton Library\, 137 Old Ridgefield Road\, Wilton\, CT\, 06897\, United States
CATEGORIES:discussion,Free,Lecture,Parenting,Presentation
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SUMMARY:Planning for Your Child with Special Needs – Now and in the Future
DESCRIPTION:Attorney Colleen E. Masse will discuss strategies to qualify for public benefits\, protect income\, and put a financial plan in place to secure your child’s future\, such as:  Special Needs Trusts; ABLE accounts; Social Security Disability Insurance; SSI; and health insurance (Medicaid and Medicare).  (Snow date: Friday\, Feb. 22)\n\n\n\n\n	See more related GMW stories...
URL:https://goodmorningwilton.com/event/planning-for-your-child-with-special-needs-now-and-in-the-future/
LOCATION:Wilton Comstock Community Center\, 180 School Road\, Wilton\, CT\, 06897\, United States
CATEGORIES:discussion,Free,Meeting,Parenting,Presentation
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