BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//wp-events-plugin.com//7.2.3.1//EN TZID:America/Detroit X-WR-TIMEZONE:America/Detroit BEGIN:VEVENT UID:112@miatsa.org DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251024T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251024T130000 DTSTAMP:20250813T235356Z URL:https://miatsa.org/events/exploringadhdandsexuality/ SUMMARY:Exploring ADHD and Sexuality in work with men who have committed se xual offenses - Presented by Dr. Lyne Piché DESCRIPTION:Individuals within the criminal justice system exhibit higher r ates of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) than in the genera l population. The presence of ADHD has significant implications for assess ment and  treatment strategies within forensic settings. We will discuss neurodiversity and sexuality with an aim to better understand the impact o f neurodiversity on criminal justice involvement and sexual offending. We will explore the impact of ADHD on sexuality discussing key features that distinguish neurodivergent clients from neurotypical clients including the mes related to hypersexuality\, impulsivity\,  sexual impulsivity/sexual eagerness\, struggles with transitions\, distractions\, sensory issues\, s exual problems\, relationship problems and paraphilias. In addition\, we w ill outline essential treatment adaptations for this population\, includin g the importance of addressing ADHD as a key component to ensure risk redu ction. Neurodivergent friendly intervention strategies will be highlighted along with case studies to explore key concepts.  This presentation will address both juvenile and adult sexual offending committed by individuals with ADHD.  \n\n \;\n\nFriday\, October 24\, 2025 9am-1pm (Eastern) \n\nZoom Webinar\n\n4 CEUs available\n\n$50/per person\n\n \;\n\nDr. L yne Piché is a Registered Psychologist who has worked as a psychologist specializing in sexual issues for 25 years. Her graduate studies\, researc h and work endeavours have been focused on improving sexual health for all individuals. She received her doctorate degree from the Université du Qu ébec à Montréal in 1998 specializing in the assessment and treatmen t of sexual dysfunctions and paraphilias.  Since 1998\, she has provide d both assessment and treatment services for men who have committed violen t and sexual offenses. She has worked in Canadian federal and provincial correctional settings throughout her career.  She is regularly invited t o speak on topics related to sexuality\, intimacy\, sexual offending and risk assessment. Since 2009\, she has provided sexual therapy\, couples c ounselling\, relationship counselling  and trauma counselling in her pr ivate practice. Dr. Piché is an EMDRIA certified EMDR therapist.     In 2023\, she co-authored the book Working with Offenders who View Onli ne Child Sexual Exploitation Images.  The intersection of ADHD and sexual therapy has been a particular interest of hers in recent years. Her new workbook - ADHD and Sex: A Workbook for Exploring Sexuality and Increasin g Intimacy is now available.  Visit www.ADHDsex.com for more informat ion about the workbook\, educational courses and her psychological practic e.\n\n \;\n\nPlease contact info@miatsa.org with questions. If you hav e financial concerns or no agency funding\, please reach out to us regardi ng assistance.\n\n \; CATEGORIES:Training END:VEVENT BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Detroit X-LIC-LOCATION:America/Detroit BEGIN:DAYLIGHT DTSTART:20250309T030000 TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT END:DAYLIGHT END:VTIMEZONE END:VCALENDAR