Understanding the Cognitive Stages of Development in Young Adults with Physical Disabilities

Description

This webinar is made possible through a generous Quality of Life Grant from the Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation

2.5 social work CEUs Available from NASW 

Description: The goal of this training course is to offer a broad understanding of the characteristics of the normal stages of cognitive development in young adults; and discuss the challenges they face apart from having physical disabilities. This training will explain the role of the professional, the parent, and the caregiver, and provide effective communication strategies and principles of practice to help diminish conflict, open dialogs, and help with problem solving.

Objectives:

• Define physical disabilities and describe self-identity & self-concept in adolescents
• Discuss the challenges faced by young adults, apart from their physical disabilities
• Explain the normal stages of cognitive and brain development in young adults
• Elucidate the role of the parent(s) and caregiver(s)
• Understand the use of effective communication strategies

Target Audience: This training is for professionals who provide care to young adults and especially to those who provide care to young adults living with paralysis. This training can be very useful for nurses, social workers, case managers, housing service coordinators, nursing home administrators, personal care home administrators, aging and mental health workers, as well as for family members who are caregivers.