Yukon Series:

Walking together to take action on FASD
November 2, 2010

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Alberta Series:

The Yukon is continuing to linking up with the Alberta Videoconference sessions on FASD. To register for sessions or to add another videoconference site outside of Whitehorse, contact Telehealth Coordinator Dagmar Borchardt at dagmar.borchardt@gov.yk.ca or (867) 667-8033.

The Implications of Neuroplasticity for a Brain Affected by FASD

Wed. January 12, 2011 8-10am in First Nations Board Room, Whitehorse General Hospital (down hallway across from Emergency seating area)

Presenter: Dr. Bryan Kolb

Learning Objectives:

• To learn about neuroplasticity in the human brain
• To learn how neuroplasticity could affect brains damaged by prenatal alcohol consumption
• To learn the possible implications for cognitive and behavioural interventions

Diagnosis of FASD in the Adolescent Years

Wed. January 26, 2011 8-10am in Resource Room, #4 Hospital Rd.

Presenters: Dr. Gail Andrew, Dr. Carmen Rasmussen, Dr. Jacqueline Pei

Learning Objectives:

• Preparing the teen for assessment of a possible FASD diagnosis
• Core aspects of the assessment process, especially the executive function and mental health deficits
• Interventions, supports and transition planning that are informed by the strengths and deficits profile
• Developing a collaborative network within the community to support his process
• Review previous research on difficulties faced by adolescents with FASD
• Review preliminary findings of a mentoring program for youth with FASD

Women’s Health: Trauma, Treatment & Addictions

Wed. February 9, 2011 8-10am in First Nations Board Room, Whitehorse General Hospital (down hallway across from Emergency seating area)

Presenter: Dr. Nancy Poole

Learning Objectives: TBA

Becoming a Successful Adult Learner

Wed. February 23, 2011 8-10am in First Nations Board Room, Whitehorse General Hospital (down hallway across from Emergency seating area)

Presenters: Harriet Switzer and Youth Panel

Learning Objectives:

• Understand the experience of the youth or adult student affected by FASD
• Learn ways to engage an adult affected by FASD in a school experience
• Learn ways to shape successful learning for adults with learning disabilities

Cognitive Interventions for Individuals with FASD

Wed. March 9, 2011 8-10am in First Nations Board Room, Whitehorse General Hospital (down hallway across from Emergency seating area)

Presenters: Dr. Carmen Rasmussen, Dr. Jacqueline Pei

Learning Objectives:

• Review previous research studies on cognitive interventions for children with FASD
• Learn about new Alberta-based research aimed at improving cognitive functions (executive functioning, attention, and working memory) among children with FASD
• Understand the links between research, practice, and real-world implications of cognitive intervention research among individuals with FASD

Reframing Life with FASD

Wed. March 23, 2011 8-10am in First Nations Board Room, Whitehorse General Hospital (down hallway across from Emergency seating area)

Presenters: Harriet Switzer and Candace

Learning Objectives:

• To learn that joy is possible in the challenges as well as the successes
• To create hope