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Pay Attention to Attention Class Descriptions

PATA is made up of 10 classes. Each class contains lessons that include video content, book recommendations and other resources such as handouts or website/podcast suggestions. You can purchase a one year subscription for any of the classes individually or the entire set on the catalog page.

Introductory Class

Lessons in this class are:

  • Evolution of Pay Attention to Attention
  • Pay Attention to Attention, Challenges
  • Basic Principles for Improving Behavior and Attention

Understanding ADHD

Lessons in this class are:

  • Thinking about ADHD
  • Assessment Considerations
  • Medication and Other Treatment Considerations

Understanding Attention

Lessons in this class are:

  • Neuroscience of Attention
  • Working within our Attention Resources.
  • 5 P’s & 4 S’s of Paying Attention
  • Addressing Attention Interference.

Building Attention Networks

Lessons in this class are:

  • Mindfulness/Meditation 
  • Shifting Attention 
  • Rebooting Attention 
  • Importance of Undivided Attention/Handling Distractions
  • Designing a Work Environment
  • Grabbing Our Attention

Attention and Executive Function

Lessons in this class are:

  • Executive Function
  • Point of Task Thinking
  • Building Motivation
  • Goal Setting
  • Memory Skills and Strategies
  • Self-Awareness Self-Evaluation and Self-Reflection 
  • Staying Organized

Building Positive Behaviors

Lessons in this class are:

  • Beyond Punishing Consequences.
  • Habits, Routines and Positive Practice
  • Delaying Gratification and Waiting
  • Rewards, Praise and other Teaching Considerations.
  • Building a Positive Work Ethic
  • Sibling Interactions

Working with Schools

Lessons in this class are:

  • 504 Plan Considerations 
  • Building Motivation
  • Supporting Classroom Teachers.
  • Home School Communication.
  • Middle School Success
  • Teaching Strategies

Attention Training Activities

Lessons in this class are:

  • Getting Ready, Challenges and Considerations 
  • Fundamentals of Attention Training 
  • Group and Attention Training Activities.

Points of Performance/Points of Struggle

Lessons in this class are:

  • Improving Sleep/Bedtime
  • Mealtime
  • Help with Homework
  • Screen Time Guidelines and Toxicity
  • Room Cleaning and Organization
  • Morning Time
  • Building Cooperation and Positive Attitudes.
  • Hygiene Habits. (Includes Toileting)
  • Lying and Sneaking
  • Noncompliance

Additional Resources

Lessons in this class are:

  • Activities
  • ADHD Notebook (2004)and other Handouts
  • Books, Audiobooks and Readings
  • Case Stories
  • Websites and Podcasts
  • Yoga Calm Video Series