Speaker
Presentation in English
STEPHEN BECKER
UNIVERSITY OF CINCINNATI. UNITED STATES
Stephen P. Becker, PhD, is Professor of Pediatrics, Endowed Chair, Associate Division Director-Research, and Co-Director of the Center for ADHD in the Division of Behavioral Medicine and Clinical Psychology at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center and the Department of Pediatrics at the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine. With funding from the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) and the Institute of Education Sciences (IES, U.S. Department of Education), the overall objective of Dr. Becker’s research is to better understand the developmental pathways of ADHD, co-occurring psychopathologies, and functional impairments. Using a developmental psychopathology framework, he is especially interested in cognitive disengagement syndrome, sleep problems, and internalizing psychopathologies which frequently co-occur and interact with, and impact the presentation and treatment of, ADHD across the life span.
Dr. Becker has authored over 250 publications and recently edited a book on ADHD in adolescence (Guilford Press). Dr. Becker is also committed to training and mentorship, and to advancing inclusive practices to support researchers, clinicians, and clinical and research populations in the study and care of ADHD.
Cognitive disengagement syndrome: State of the research and clinical implications (KEYNOTE ADRESSE)
Sleep in children and adolescents with neurodevelopmental disorders (Simposium)
Sleep plays a critical role in neurodevelopment, impacting cognitive, emotional, and behavioral functioning. Disruptions in sleep and circadian function are commonly observed in neurodevelopmental disorders such as ADHD, autism spectrum disorder (ASD), and other learning and behavioral disorders. Understanding sleep disturbances in neurodevelopmental disorders requires a multifaceted approach that integrates multi-disciplinary perspectives. Future research should explore the intersection of circadian rhythms, sleep quality, and environmental factors in shaping neurodevelopmental outcomes, while randomized controlled trials are needed to further validate intervention efficacy. This symposium highlights the critical intersection between sleep and neurodevelopmental disorders, with a focus on sleep difficulties in neurodevelopmental disorders such as ADHD and autism, emphasizing the importance of targeting sleep disturbances to enhance developmental outcomes and improve overall well-being.
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