Myths and hype regarding ADHD treatment and management often lead to confusion. This presentation will help clarify what the evidence says, what the guidelines teach, what tools to use, and what families and individuals with ADHD need to know to improve the overall quality of life.
Heidi Bernhardt, RN
Over the past 30 years, Heidi Bernhardt has helped raise awareness and understanding of ADHD among parents, those with ADHD, educators, health care professionals, industry leaders, government officials and the public through presentations, conferences, media interviews, and advocacy work.
Heidi Bernhardt, is a psychiatric nurse by training, mother of three grown sons with ADHD and the founder of the Centre for ADHD Awareness Canada (CADDAC), a Canadian charity dedicated to awareness, education, and advocacy for ADHD. Heidi is the past Executive Director of the Canadian ADHD Resource Alliance (CADDRA), a national not-for-profit organization of the leading clinicians and researchers in ADHD in Canada, from 2006 to 2012. During these years she built CADDAC in her volunteer life, nationally incorporating CADDAC as a not-for-profit in 2006 and becoming the Executive Director and President from 2012 to 2019. Heidi currently focuses on ADHD education material and systemic advocacy while holding the role of Director of Education and Advocacy for CADDAC. She also continues to teach and present on ADHD for CADDAC.
Watch VideoSymptoms of Opposition Defiant Disorder (ODD) are commonly seen in children with ADHD. What is ODD? Is it a real disorder and how can we rethink ODD to gain a better understanding of what is going on?
Heidi Bernhardt, RN
Over the past 30 years, Heidi Bernhardt has helped raise awareness and understanding of ADHD among parents, those with ADHD, educators, health care professionals, industry leaders, government officials and the public through presentations, conferences, media interviews, and advocacy work.
Heidi Bernhardt, is a psychiatric nurse by training, mother of three grown sons with ADHD and the founder of the Centre for ADHD Awareness Canada (CADDAC), a Canadian charity dedicated to awareness, education, and advocacy for ADHD. Heidi is the past Executive Director of the Canadian ADHD Resource Alliance (CADDRA), a national not-for-profit organization of the leading clinicians and researchers in ADHD in Canada, from 2006 to 2012. During these years she built CADDAC in her volunteer life, nationally incorporating CADDAC as a not-for-profit in 2006 and becoming the Executive Director and President from 2012 to 2019. Heidi currently focuses on ADHD education material and systemic advocacy while holding the role of Director of Education and Advocacy for CADDAC. She also continues to teach and present on ADHD for CADDAC.
When children enter adolescence additional parenting challenges are expected. However, when children have ADHD their symptoms and impairments make things even more challenging. This presentation will cover topics such as increased academic challenges, driving, relationships, sex and unwanted pregnancies, smoking, alcohol, pot, stimulant medication and other substance abuse, continuing issues with emotional regulation, and challenges in transitioning into adult health care system.
Heidi Bernhardt
Over the past 30 years, Heidi Bernhardt has helped raise awareness and understanding of ADHD among parents, those with ADHD, educators, health care professionals, industry leaders, government officials and the public through presentations, conferences, media interviews, and advocacy work.
Heidi Bernhardt, is a psychiatric nurse by training, mother of three grown sons with ADHD and the founder of the Centre for ADHD Awareness Canada (CADDAC), a Canadian charity dedicated to awareness, education, and advocacy for ADHD. Heidi is the past Executive Director of the Canadian ADHD Resource Alliance (CADDRA), a national not-for-profit organization of the leading clinicians and researchers in ADHD in Canada, from 2006 to 2012. During these years she built CADDAC in her volunteer life, nationally incorporating CADDAC as a not-for-profit in 2006 and becoming the Executive Director and President from 2012 to 2019. Heidi currently focuses on ADHD education material and systemic advocacy while holding the role of Director of Education and Advocacy for CADDAC. She also continues to teach and present on ADHD for CADDAC.
CADDAC would like to thank the Zorzi Family, Janssen Inc., and Takeda Canada for generously supporting this event.
The information provided during this educational workshop is for informational purposes only and is not intended to be professional medical advice, diagnosis, treatment or care. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard during this workshop. By accessing or attending this workshop, you are indicating your acceptance to be bound by the terms and conditions of the user agreement as stated in full.
Watch Video (Part One)ADHD in early childhood (under six years of age) is under-recognized and undertreated. This is of considerable concern because 79% of children with ADHD test impaired in school readiness despite their IQ being equivalent to other children. Early assessment and diagnosis of ADHD allow for the implementation of specialized behavioural strategies, school and home supports and other ADHD treatments; this will help reduce future struggles in elementary school and mitigate the long-term side effects of not treating ADHD.
Learn to recognize indicators of early childhood ADHD, what these children look like in the home and school setting, what is involved in an ADHD assessment and why these children have difficulty with executive functioning and self and emotional regulation. Proven behavioural and social skills strategies will also be discussed.
Heidi Bernhardt, RN
Over the past 30 years, Heidi Bernhardt has helped raise awareness and understanding of ADHD among parents, those with ADHD, educators, health care professionals, industry leaders, government officials and the public through presentations, conferences, media interviews, and advocacy work.
Heidi Bernhardt, is a psychiatric nurse by training, mother of three grown sons with ADHD and the founder of the Centre for ADHD Awareness Canada (CADDAC), a Canadian charity dedicated to awareness, education, and advocacy for ADHD. Heidi is the past Executive Director of the Canadian ADHD Resource Alliance (CADDRA), a national not-for-profit organization of the leading clinicians and researchers in ADHD in Canada, from 2006 to 2012. During these years she built CADDAC in her volunteer life, nationally incorporating CADDAC as a not-for-profit in 2006 and becoming the Executive Director and President from 2012 to 2019. Heidi currently focuses on ADHD education material and systemic advocacy while holding the role of Director of Education and Advocacy for CADDAC. She also continues to teach and present on ADHD for CADDAC.
CADDAC would like to thank the Zorzi Family, Janssen Inc., and Takeda Canada for generously supporting this event.
The information provided during this educational workshop is for informational purposes only and is not intended to be professional medical advice, diagnosis, treatment or care. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard during this workshop. By accessing or attending this workshop, you are indicating your acceptance to be bound by the terms and conditions of the user agreement as stated in full.
In this dynamic and engaging program, you'll not only learn more about ADHD and the impact it can have on your life, but also you'll gain tools and techniques to set yourself up for success and learn how to grow from past experiences so you can achieve your goals.
Grounded in Positive Psychology, this program will help you develop your own toolkit of skills and behaviours that will help you create the life you want.
Together, we'll work on:
PLEASE NOTE: This program is not a webinar and requires your active participation to fully benefit from it. Sessions will not be recorded to protect your privacy.
Begins Wednesday January 7th, 2026 - 10 weeks
Date: Wednesday, Jan. 7, 14, 21, 28, Feb 4, 11, 18, 25 & March 4 & 11th, 2026
Time: 4:30pm PST/ 5:30pm MST/ 7:30pm - 8:45pm EST/ 8:30pm AST (Sessions are 1hr 15min)
Where: Virtual on Zoom
Please note that this program is refundable up to 7 days before the program starts. Once the program begins, registration fee is non-refundable. Thank you for your understanding.
Tiffany is a certified Personal and Professional Coach (PPCC) from the JMEC Institute with an Advanced Coach Training specialization in ADHD coaching from ADDCA. She has over a decade of experience working with neurodiverse learners as an educator at various levels, from preschool to adulthood. Tiffany is a multi-passionate entrepreneur who wears many hats as a coach, teacher, mentor, facilitator, consultant, and peer supporter. She considers herself forever a student of life.
Her mission is to help teens and adults with ADHD understand, accept, and work with their brains rather than against them, empowering them to build lasting and meaningful change in their personal, academic, and professional lives. Tiffany partners with driven professionals, creatives, students, and entrepreneurs to uncover their strengths, co-create systems and strategies that work for their unique brains, and overcome challenges to thrive.
Her ultimate goal is to inspire, empower, and transform individuals with ADHD to lead more fulfilling lives, one brain at a time.
Aaron is a certified ADHD Life Coach with advanced training from the ADD Coach Academy (ADDCA), and he holds a Professional Certified Coach (PCC) Credential from the International Coaching Federation (ICF). He also has a diploma in Child and Youth Services and Bachelor of Human Services. Aaron has worked for over a decade with youth with various disabilities ranging from ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), learning disabilities (LDs), anxiety disorders, mental health challenges, as well as youth struggling with trauma.
Aaron has a wide range of work experience. From helping youth with ADHD and LDs transition from elementary to secondary school, as well as secondary to post-secondary at Queen’s University at the Regional Assessment and Resource Centre (RARC). To working as an educational assistant (EA) in the remote Yukon community of Old Crow, home to the Vuntut Gwitchin First Nation. To working as an EA in Whitehorse, focussing on trauma-centered approaches.
Aaron is dedicated to helping youth overcome the stigma, shame, guilt, and embarrassment that is often associated with ADHD. His passion for working with youth comes from his own experience as a person with ADHD, LDs, General Anxiety Disorder (GAD), and depression. He understands what it’s like growing up and not understanding what is going on in your own mind and wants to work with people with ADHD to not just survive with their ADHD, but to thrive!
Advocating for your children’s educational rights may be one of the most frustrating and confusing experiences you will encounter.
This two-part presentation will help you understand your provincial special education system, it’s benefits and drawbacks while offering you tips on how to navigate that system. Parents’ fear of labelling their child, psychoeducational testing and understanding and contributing to an IEP will all be covered. The presentation will also include a review of your child’s rights and a discussion on how to become a more effective advocate.
In addition, we will be reviewing numerous supporting documents CADDAC has developed to assist you with evaluating your child’s school environment and effectively communicating with the school and advocating for your child.
Heidi Bernhardt, RN
Heidi Bernhardt, RN, is a psychiatric nurse by training, mother of three grown sons with ADHD and the founder of the Centre for ADHD Awareness Canada (CADDAC), a Canadian charity dedicated to awareness, education, and advocacy for ADHD. Heidi served as the National Director of CADDAC from 2005 to 2012 and then as the Executive Director and President until the end of 2019. Heidi continues to represent CADDAC in advocacy and awareness initiatives in her role as President of the organization.
Heidi also served as the Executive Director of the Canadian ADHD Resource Alliance (CADDRA), a national not-for-profit organization of the leading clinicians and researchers in ADHD in Canada for 6 years. Over the past 28 years, Heidi Bernhardt has helped raise awareness and understanding of ADHD among parents, those with ADHD, educators, health care professionals, industry leaders, government officials and the public through presentations, conferences, media interviews, and advocacy work.
Watch VideoWe hear you; remote learning is not what you signed up for. It’s challenging for everyone who hasn't done it before and let's face it; supporting children with ADHD with remote learning is even more challenging.
After attending the webinar you will:
Lina Vishnevsky, MSW, RSW, B.Ed
SESSION DESCRIPTION
Are you in a relationship with someone with ADHD and having difficulty understanding how and why the same issues keep arising? ADHD can be a significant factor in a variety of relationship problems. However when you understand how ADHD plays a role in the relationship, misinterpreted motives and hurt feelings can be mitigated. Our presenter, who has been married for 46 years to her husband with ADHD, will share her insights on what to do, what not to do and how to use your new understanding of ADHD to improve your relationship.
SPEAKER BIO
Heidi Bernhardt
Over the past 30 years, Heidi Bernhardt has helped raise awareness and understanding of ADHD among parents, those with ADHD, educators, health care professionals, industry leaders, government officials and the public through presentations, conferences, media interviews, and advocacy work.
Heidi Bernhardt, is a psychiatric nurse by training, mother of three grown sons with ADHD and the founder of the Centre for ADHD Awareness Canada (CADDAC), a Canadian charity dedicated to awareness, education, and advocacy for ADHD. Heidi is the past Executive Director of the Canadian ADHD Resource Alliance (CADDRA), a national not-for-profit organization of the leading clinicians and researchers in ADHD in Canada, from 2006 to 2012. During these years she built CADDAC in her volunteer life, nationally incorporating CADDAC as a not-for-profit in 2006 and becoming the Executive Director and President from 2012 to 2019. Heidi currently focuses on ADHD education material and systemic advocacy while holding the role of Director of Education and Advocacy for CADDAC. She also continues to teach and present on ADHD for CADDAC.
CADDAC would like to thank the Zorzi Family, Janssen Inc., and Takeda Canada for generously supporting this event.
The information provided during this educational workshop is for informational purposes only and is not intended to be professional medical advice, diagnosis, treatment or care. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard during this workshop. By accessing or attending this workshop, you are indicating your acceptance to be bound by the terms and conditions of the user agreement as stated in full.
The doctor or psychologist has just informed you that your child or adolescent has Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder or ADHD. You may be shocked, or maybe you have suspected it for some time. Either way, unless you have been down this path before, you have a long list of questions and concerns. Your medical professional gave you a quick overview of ADHD, but you are now looking to the Internet for more information and others are giving you a great deal of unsolicited advice. How do you know what’s sound advise and what’s not? What do you tell the school? Should you even tell the school and how do you get your child the help they need? What about getting a psychoeducational assessment? What about treatment? Do all children with ADHD require medication and what about all those natural treatments? This presentation will answer these questions and more, guide you to your next steps and teach you how to become an informed consumer and advocate for your child.
Presenter
Heidi Bernhardt, RN
Over the past 30 years, Heidi Bernhardt has helped raise awareness and understanding of ADHD among parents, those with ADHD, educators, health care professionals, industry leaders, government officials and the public through presentations, conferences, media interviews, and advocacy work.
Heidi Bernhardt, is a psychiatric nurse by training, mother of three grown sons with ADHD and the founder of the Centre for ADHD Awareness Canada (CADDAC), a Canadian charity dedicated to awareness, education, and advocacy for ADHD. Heidi is the past Executive Director of the Canadian ADHD Resource Alliance (CADDRA), a national not-for-profit organization of the leading clinicians and researchers in ADHD in Canada, from 2006 to 2012. During these years she built CADDAC in her volunteer life, nationally incorporating CADDAC as a not-for-profit in 2006 and becoming the Executive Director and President from 2012 to 2019. Heidi currently focuses on ADHD education material and systemic advocacy while holding the role of Director of Education and Advocacy for CADDAC. She also continues to teach and present on ADHD for CADDAC.
CADDAC would like to thank the Zorzi Family, Janssen Inc., and Takeda Canada for generously supporting this event.
The information provided during this educational workshop is for informational purposes only and is not intended to be professional medical advice, diagnosis, treatment or care. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard during this workshop. By accessing or attending this workshop, you are indicating your acceptance to be bound by the terms and conditions of the user agreement as stated in full.
Date: Tuesday September 21, to Nov 2, 2021
Time: 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm EST
Instructor: Heidi Bernhardt, RN
This five-part interactive course has been designed for parents starting the ADHD journey with their child and for those striving to better understand their child’s impairments and needs. It will cover the things you need to know about ADHD: what it really is; how it impacts learning, behaviour and emotional regulation; and how to implement home and parenting strategies.
The course will review common impairments experienced by children with ADHD while taking you through the process of developing your child’s profile and a home strategy plan.
This course will be both instructional and interactive with half of the time devoted to discussion. Access to a digital workbook will be provided to assist you in understanding developing your child’s profile.
CADDAC would like to thank the Zorzi Family, Janssen Inc., Elvium Life Sciences, and Takeda Canada for generously supporting this event.
The information provided during this educational workshop is for informational purposes only and is not intended to be professional medical advice, diagnosis, treatment or care. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard during this workshop. By accessing or attending this workshop, you are indicating your acceptance to be bound by the terms and conditions of the user agreement as stated in full.
