Connections and Psychology & Counseling Host ADHD and Related Concerns Conference
Hattiesburg Clinic Connections and Hattiesburg Clinic Psychology & Counseling recently hosted the 22nd Annual ADHD & Related Concerns Conference on Thursday, Oct. 23, and Friday, Oct. 24, 2025, bringing together parents, caregivers, educators, therapists and health care providers for two days of impactful learning. The conference focused on equipping attendees with practical tools and up-to-date research to better support children and adults with ADHD and other learning differences.
This year’s sessions covered a broad range of topics, including ADHD, dyslexia, autism spectrum disorder, suicide awareness, addictions, behavior management, social and emotional learning. Each presentation was designed to provide attendees with strategies they could apply immediately in classrooms, clinics and homes.
“The ADHD & Related Concerns Conference is more than just an educational event—it’s a chance for families, educators and health care professionals to come together, share experiences and learn strategies that truly make a difference in people’s lives,” Jonathan W. Shook, MD, a physician with Hattiesburg Clinic Connections, said. “Every year, I’m inspired by the dedication and passion of our attendees, and I’m grateful to see our community working together to better support individuals with learning and behavioral differences.”
This year’s keynote speaker, Kristi Bush, a national education consultant, social media safety expert and founder of KNB Communications delivered the keynote address. With over 20 years of experience working with youth, Bush shared real-world insights on protecting children online and the challenges of social media. Her passion and actionable advice left attendees inspired and equipped to navigate the online world safely.
In addition to informative sessions, the conference provided continuing education units (CEUs) for educational professionals and continuing medical education (CMEs) credits for medical professionals. The conference had a variety of attendees including professionals from different fields such as school administrators, educators, counselors, psychologists, nurses, nurse practitioners, physicians, physician assistants, social workers, speech-language pathologists and dyslexia therapists.
For more than two decades, the ADHD & Related Concerns Conference has served as a valuable resource for the community, fostering collaboration and understanding among those who work with and care for individuals with learning and behavioral difficulties. Thank you to everyone who attended and helped make this year’s conference a success!
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About Hattiesburg Clinic Connections:
Hattiesburg Clinic Connections serves as a regional resource center for children, adolescents and adults who struggle with learning, attention problems, behavioral concerns or emotional difficulties. The team at Connections uses evidence-informed guidelines as well as standard of care practices to help improve the lives of people with conditions such as attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), dyslexia, anxiety, depression, oppositional defiant disorder (ODD) and autism spectrum disorder.
Connections works closely with Hattiesburg Clinic Psychology & Counseling, which is located in the same building. Psychologists and counselors work directly with their patients and with the medical management team at Connections to determine a plan that creates positive change.
About Hattiesburg Clinic Psychology & Counseling:
Hattiesburg Clinic Psychology & Counseling offers a broad range of outpatient services, including research-based counseling and comprehensive psychological assessments. Our team of licensed and credentialed professionals collaborates with your medical provider to ensure continuity of care.
Our mission is to provide a caring and respectful environment for individuals of all ages, from preschool through senior adults, and families who are struggling with behavioral or emotional concerns, transitions, decisions or crises.
About Hattiesburg Clinic:
Hattiesburg Clinic is Mississippi’s largest privately-owned, multispecialty clinic. Founded in 1963, Hattiesburg Clinic has expanded to include over 450 physicians and providers, along with 2,500 employees, serving patients across more than 17 counties in Mississippi. Hattiesburg Clinic is committed to being the health care provider of choice in the communities we serve.
