WS32: Assessment and Treatment of Impulsivity Sessions and Workshops Qualifying for NASP and APA-Approved Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Documentation

Thursday, February 23

  • 8:30–11:30 a.m.
  • CPD Credit Hour(s): 3
  • Skill Level: I, II
  • Members: $80
    Non-Members: $115

This workshop will review several methods and measures for the assessment of impulsivity in elementary school children. The relationship of impulsivity to mental health conditions (for example, ADHD, anxiety) will be considered. The bulk of the workshop will emphasize intervention strategies that can facilitate the reduction of impulsivity and the development of self-control.

Speaker(s): Philip C. Kendall, PhD, ABPP, Temple University, Philadelphia, PA

Philip C. Kendall, PhD, ABPP, Temple University, Philadelphia, PA, Philip C. Kendall, PhD, ABPP, is Distinguished Professor of Psychology, Clinical Psychology, Temple University. Dr. Kendall's research and practice have focused on cognitive–behavioral interventions for children and adolescents with anxiety disorders, impulsivity, and mood disturbance. His professional work includes the development of manual-based treatments for child and adolescent disorders and the conduct of research trials to evaluate the effectiveness of interventions.