Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder is on the rise in the United States. The World Health Organization estimates the U.S. has the highest rates of ADHD in the world. Between 2003 and 2011, there was a 42% increase in ADHD rates in the U.S., rising from 7.8% to 11%. Through the past 10 years, there has been an additional 30% increase.
It’s important to understand what ADHD is and how to treat and prevent it, Morris Murray, Jr. said.
“This health challenge tends to begin in childhood, but if not properly diagnosed and effectively treated, it may linger into adulthood and hinder one’s concentration, discipline, social interactions and spiritual development,” he said.
Murray wants to help others understand the scope of ADHD. He will use his vast experience in education, health care and ministry to lead a special seminar, ADHD for Adults, on Tuesday, Jan. 17, at The Alabama Baptist building in Homewood. The seminar will be from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. and lunch will be provided.
The seminar is free, but registration is required. To register, call 205-870-4720, ext. 122 or email jingram@thealabamabaptist.org.
Objectives
The objectives of the seminar are:
- To learn more accurately what ADHD is.
- To gain insight into its causes.
- To develop skills in providing intervention or treatment options.
- To adopt practical skills in preventing ADHD.
Murray has a bachelor’s degree in religion, philosophy and psychology from Samford University in Birmingham and master’s and doctoral degrees in health care management from Beeson Divinity School at Samford, Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary in Fort Worth, Texas, and Newport University in California.
Murray is a health care management specialist, therapist and minister. He also frequently speaks at workshops, seminars and on podcasts.
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