Childhood and development

Concerned with neurological and behavioral development in childhood and adolescence.

Effects of Tic Suppression and Behavior Treatment on Current and Subsequent Cognitive Functioning

Project summary

The UCLA Research team is looking for kids and teens ages 7-17 with chronic tics to participate in a study that hopes to better understand how tics may affect learning. Children may also be eligible for behavior treatment for their tics. Participation requires 3 assessment visits each lasting 2 to 3 hours and 8 weeks of behavior treatment. Eligible participants will receive comprehensive diagnostic and cognitive assessments as well as behavior treatment for chronic tic disorders.

Please call (310) 825-2064 for more information.

Contact Us

CHAMP scheduling and information number: (310) 825-2836
Brittany Matkevich, Clinic Coordinator: BMatkevich@mednet.ucla.edu
Dr. David Miklowitz, Clinic Director: DMiklowitz@mednet.ucla.edu

Don’t Let Bipolar Disorder Break the Bank!

Article link: 
http://www.ivillage.com/don-t-let-bipolar-disorder-break-bank/4-a-326750

The Bipolar Disorder Survival Guide, a book by David Miklowitz, professor of psychiatry and director of the child and adolescent mood disorders program at the Semel Institute, was highlighted Feb. 25 on iVilliage.com, and featured a chapter excerpt about managing money. 

Overview

PEERS for Young Adults (Ages 18-24) is a 16-week evidence-based social skills intervention for motivated young adults, who are interested in learning ways to help make and keep friends. During each group session young adults are taught important social skills and are given the opportunity to practice these skills in session.

Parents/Caregivers are taught how to assist their young adults in making and keeping friends by providing feedback through social coaching during weekly socialization homework assignments.

Enrollment is limited. Classes are on Monday evenings from 6:00 pm-7:30 pm. Regular attendance is imperative. Parent/Caregiver participation is required.

Topics of Instruction:

  • How to use appropriate conversational skills
  • How to find common interests by trading information
  • How to appropriately use humor
  • How to enter and exit conversations between peers
  • How to handle rejection, teasing, and bullying
  • How to be a good host during get-togethers
  • How to choose appropriate friends
  • How to be a good sport
  • How to handle arguments and disagreements
  • How to deal with peer pressure
  • Dating etiquette/skills

What is a Developmental Disability

There are two definitions, federal and state, that determine the type of services and eligibility of individuals with developmental disabilities. The state definition known as the Lanterman Disabilities Services Act (W&I Code Sec 4512(a)) defines the term developmental disability as a severe and chronic disability that is attributable to a mental or physical impairment. The disability must begin before the 18th birthday, be expected to continue indefinitely and present a substantial disability. Also, the disability must be due to one of the following conditions:

PEERS

PEERS

The UCLA Program for the Education and Enrichment of Relationship Skills (PEERS) is a manualized, social skills training intervention for adolescents and young adults. It has a strong evidence-base for use with teens and young adults with autism spectrum disorders, but is also appropriate for teens and young adults with ADHD, anxiety, depression, and other socioemotional problems.

The UCLA PEERS Program staff train mental health professionals and educators who are interested in learning and/or implementing the PEERS intervention and research in their clinical practice. The UCLA PEERS Program is a Regional Center Vendor.

Dates for upcoming PEERS groups and training seminars can be found on our Calendar.

To find a Certified PEERS Provider near you, please see our FAQ section.

Purchase the PEERS manual

 

Director: 
Elizabeth Laugeson
Site: 
Semel Institute/NPI
Evidence-based social skills intervention for motivated children and young adults to improve social skills