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Technology: Electronics

Navitas Enables World’s Smallest Adapter for World’s Fastest Laptop

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Navitas’ dedicated technologists worked alongside the NVIDIA engineering design team to address this challenge as part of the NVIDIA ACE reference design, delivering a 300W laptop adapter in half the size of traditional adapters


EL SEGUNDO, Calif. (PRWEB)

Navitas Semiconductor today announced its power technology enables the highest density power adapter for the world’s fastest laptop, –the Asus ProArt StudioBook One. An NVIDIA RTXTM Studio system, the ProArt One is the, first laptop to feature the NVIDIA Quadro RTXTM 6000 GPU and is based on NVIDIA’s ACE reference architecture.

The 300W AC-DC adapter design, developed in collaboration with NVIDIA, exploits the high-speed power-conversion technology of Navitas’ GaNFast power ICs to create a powerful, yet light-weight and small-size mobile charger.

“Creatives and other professionals demand the highest computing performance with extreme mobility,” said Gene Sheridan, Navitas CEO. “Navitas’ dedicated technologists worked alongside the NVIDIA engineering design team to address this challenge as part of the NVIDIA ACE reference design, delivering a 300W laptop adapter in half the size of traditional adapters.”

“The high-speed performance of the Navitas GaNFast power ICs is a perfect match for the high-speed NVIDIA Quadro RTX 6000 GPU in the ProArt StudioBook One,” said Gabriele Gorla, Director of Engineering at NVIDIA. “The result is an extraordinary accomplishment: a laptop with 16.3 TFLOPs of compute performance powered by a mobile adapter that fits in the palm of your hand.”

The power adapter uses highly-integrated, speed-optimized, next-generation gallium nitride (GaN) semiconductor technology that replaces old, slow discrete silicon components, and enables the adapter to utilize high-frequency, soft-switching techniques in both power factor correction (PFC) and downstream DC-DC stages. High-frequency, high-efficiency switching shrinks the size, weight and cost of passive components and heatsinks. Navitas GaNFast power ICs enable a new generation of fast-charging mobile adapters for smartphones, tablets and laptops from 27W to 300W+.

About Navitas:

Navitas Semiconductor Inc. is the world’s first and only GaN Power IC company, founded in 2014 and based in El Segundo, CA, USA. Navitas has a strong and growing team of power semiconductor industry experts with a combined 200 years of experience in materials, devices, applications, systems and marketing, plus a proven record of innovation with over 200 patents among its founders. GaN power ICs monolithically integrate power, analog and logic circuits to enable faster charging, higher power density and greater energy savings for mobile, consumer, enterprise, eMobility and new energy markets.

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Industry: Healthcare

Kristin Van Heertum MD Joins Nashville Fertility Center

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Kristin Van Heertum MD, Nashville Fertility Center

When I found Nashville Fertility Center, I was impressed by the team. I realized it’s where I want to practice reproductive medicine. I’m looking forward to working with the team to help patients achieve pregnancy.


NASHVILLE, Tenn. (PRWEB)

Nashville Fertility Center (NFC) is proud to announce that Kristin Van Heertum MD will be the latest fertility doctor to join the practice. In addition to treating general infertility, Dr. Van Heertum offers expertise in fertility surgery and treatment of polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS).

The team at NFC looks forward to Dr. Van Heertum joining the practice and believes she is the perfect fit. According to Founder George Hill MD, “We believe that Dr. Van Heertum will be an excellent addition to our practice. Her special training in minimally invasive and robotic fertility surgery combined with her knowledge and compassion will greatly benefit our patients.”

Dr. Van Heertum is equally excited about working with NFC to help patients overcome infertility. “When I found Nashville Fertility Center, I was impressed by the team. The partners are so knowledgeable and kind. I realized it’s where I want to practice reproductive medicine. I’m looking forward to working with the team to help patients achieve pregnancy,” she says.

Kristin Van Heertum MD offers a strong educational background and surgical training.

Dr. Van Heertum earned her medical degree from Drexel University College of Medicine in Philadelphia. She then completed a residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology at Abington Hospital-Jefferson Health in Abington, Pennsylvania. To round out her training, Dr. Van Heertum completed a fellowship in Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility at University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center/Case Western Reserve University. Throughout her training, she published multiple articles in peer-reviewed journals and presented her research at a number of national meetings.

During her residency and fellowship, Kristin Van Heertum MD gained a wealth of knowledge about fertility diagnosis and treatment. Additionally, she trained in advanced surgical techniques, including minimally invasive and robotic fertility surgery. “It’s so rewarding to see how the right surgical techniques can help patients overcome fertility challenges,” she explains.

A passion for helping her patients overcome infertility

Kristin Van Heertum MD finds that working as a reproductive endocrinologist is incredibly rewarding. “Being a fertility doctor allows me to develop close and meaningful relationships with my patients. It’s life-changing work and I feel so blessed to help patients build families.”

Providing treatment for PCOS and performing fertility surgery are among Dr. Van Heertum’s clinical interests. She also has expertise in all areas of infertility diagnosis and treatment, including ovulation induction, intrauterine insemination (IUI) and in vitro fertilization (IVF).

Dr. Van Heertum is now accepting new patients at Nashville Fertility Center.

About Nashville Fertility Center

Nashville Fertility Center (NFC) has provided state-of-the-art infertility and reproductive endocrinology services to patients throughout Tennessee and the surrounding states since 1991. Founded by George Hill MD, this highly respected practice has grown into a team of compassionate and knowledgeable fertility specialists who have successfully treated thousands of patients. For more information, please visit http://www.nashvillefertility.com.

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Business: Executives

CE Tech Announces Appointment of Rob English to Director of Managed Services and Cloud Solutions

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Rob English, director of Managed Services and Cloud Solutions, CE Tech

I’m excited to be joining CE Tech’s high-performing team…I look forward to helping the firm continue on the impressive trajectory of success and growth it’s enjoyed over the past two years.


WARREN, N.J. (PRWEB)

CE Tech (Cutting Edge Technologies) has just announced the appointment of Rob English to director of Managed Services and Cloud Solutions. In this role, English will be focused on partnering with the sales team to bring new offerings to market.

Prior to joining CE Tech, English was CEO of VDX, Inc., an award-winning IT consulting company he co-founded in 2010, where he and his team successfully delivered over 800 engagements for Enterprise customers. Under his direction, the firm was selected by Microsoft into the Elite Partner Program of National Systems Integrators and, in 2015, awarded the Microsoft East Region Enterprise Cloud Partner of the Year.

English has nearly two decades of experience in practice development and leadership roles in the IT sector. Through his efforts he has delivered transformative business goals and revenue growth through the creation and delivery of business strategies, sales solutions and operational initiatives.

“I’m excited to be joining CE Tech’s high-performing team,” said English. “As a strategic business leader with extensive entrepreneurial expertise, I look forward to helping the firm continue on the impressive trajectory of success and growth it’s enjoyed over the past two years.”

“I am honored to welcome Rob to the CE Tech family,” said Tim Dwyer, CEO. “Rob has made a successful career out of driving impressive and sustainable results. I have no doubt that his contributions to our thriving company will catapult us to levels of success even greater than what we’ve seen to date.”

About CE TECH    

Headquartered in Warren, NJ, CE Tech, (Cutting Edge Technologies), is an IT company that employs a consultative approach to discover business challenges and recommends technology solutions. We help businesses simplify and optimize their IT infrastructure in order to remain competitive in a digital economy. Through the strategic assessment, planning and deployment of advanced infrastructure solutions, CE Tech experts help customers achieve maximum flexibility and superior performance across their IT landscape. CE Tech partners with top IT manufacturers, such as Lenovo, Nutanix, Dell/EMC, Cisco, VMware, NetApp and others, to offer a customer-first approach that helps businesses envision, implement and achieve more from technology.

For more information, visit http://www.cetechllc.com/ Visit us on Twitter, LinkedIn or YouTube.

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Former Brightwood Students Graduate from Unitek College

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Unitek College is one of California’s reputable healthcare and nursing colleges. Taught by experienced professionals, Unitek programs teach the clinical technique and theory used in the field today.

The leadership team at Unitek honored their commitment to the community by extending a warm welcome to the Brightwood students.


SACRAMENTO, Calif. (PRWEB)

In 2019, Unitek opened its doors to various nursing students from Brightwood College. All Brightwood locations began to shut down in late 2018. Students who started in July were only entering their second term when the school closed its doors. For a time, it seemed as if these students would have to start over. Then the leadership team at Unitek honored their commitment to the community by extending a warm welcome to the Brightwood students.

Furthermore, Unitek hired Brightwood’s former Program Director, Dr. Sonja Sheppard, and several of her faculty members to help the students complete the program at Unitek. Of the 50 students affected by the closure, 36 of them resumed their studies at Unitek’s Sacramento campus. All of these individuals were in varying stages of their former program.

In order to accommodate their needs, the California Board of Vocational Nursing and Psychiatric Technicians (BVNPT) allowed additional cohorts at the Sacramento campus. Unitek was only one of two colleges given special dispensation from the BVNPT to assist former Brightwood students. Thanks to the tireless efforts of Dr. Sheppard and the Unitek team, exceptional courses were created to keep the students on track. They might have left Brightwood in December of 2018, but they graduated from Unitek on October 1, 2019.

“With all the time and effort we had put in to the program thus far, it felt as if everything was coming down on us and there was nowhere to turn and no solution to the problem. And then Unitek happened,” said Monique Martinez, a former Brightwood student who gave a speech at her pinning ceremony. “We overcame everything that was thrown our way, even in times we thought we could not, because we all knew why we were there and that we wanted to succeed. After all the hard work, dedication, and sleepless nights, we finally made it.”

Janis Paulson, the Chief Executive Officer at Unitek College, greatly assisted former Brightwood staff and students with the transition. She recently commented on the experience: “We are thrilled to have helped these students resume their education and realize their dreams. In helping others, we hope to create a better future for the next generation of nurses.”

Unitek College is one of California’s reputable healthcare and nursing colleges. Taught by experienced professionals, Unitek programs teach the clinical technique and theory used in the field today. Equipped with a multitude of sought-after skills, Unitek graduates are prepared to excel in many of the fastest-growing careers in healthcare and nursing.

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Society: Christianity

Dale Norris’s newly released “Memoirs of a Missionary” is a beautiful testimony of a well-lived life in the joys of serving the Lord through His people.

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MEADVILLE, Pa. (PRWEB)

“Memoirs of a Missionary: John Ulrich, Soul Winner”: a captivating journey of one man who has lived his life in the service of God and His people—told in memoirs he had handwritten in his personal journals back when he was still walking this earth. “Memoirs of a Missionary: John Ulrich, Soul Winner” is the creation of published author Dale Norris, a pastor and a friend of John Ulrich. He wanted to publish a book of John’s handwritten accounts so that others could know of his work and be blessed or even be inspired to continue his mission work.

Norris shares, “Inside is a replication of the handwritten notes of John Ulrich, who at the age of fifty-six surrendered to the mission field. Many times at his own expense, he traveled to foreign lands to tell others about Christ. He loved the Lord and bravely proclaimed it to others.”

Published by Christian Faith Publishing, Dale Norris’s new book is an inspiring memoir shared with the intention to give hope and inspire young disciples and believers to be a servant of God, go on missions to spread His Word, and be a witness of His Glory.

View a synopsis of “Memoirs of a Missionary: John Ulrich, Soul Winner” on YouTube.

Consumers can purchase “Memoirs of a Missionary: John Ulrich, Soul Winner” at traditional brick & mortar bookstores, or online at Amazon.com, Apple iTunes store, or Barnes and Noble.

For additional information or inquiries about “Memoirs of a Missionary: John Ulrich, Soul Winner,” contact the Christian Faith Publishing media department at 866-554-0919.

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Technology: Computer

McAlester Regional Health Center Improves Security with Accutech’s Cuddles Infant Protection System

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Providing high quality infant protection in a hospital environment is easier and more affordable than ever with Cuddles Infant Protection system from Accutech.

The system offers a deterrent and helps security officers quickly respond to an abduction attempt and identify any potential threats. If someone sets a door off, the alarm will light up and tell you where an attempt is happening.


MCALESTER, Okla. (PRWEB)

McAlester Regional Health Center (MRHC) has installed Accutech Security Solutions’ Cuddles Infant Protection System. The hospital chose Cuddles because of its extensive, integrated security, efficiency in admitting and discharging babies, improved reporting, and ability to obstruct infant abduction attempts.

“We now have a great system in place,” said Megan Monks, Obstetrics Nurse Manager at MRHC. “We have no issues, no concerns about it not working correctly. We’ve already had very positive feedback from parents.”

MRHC also selected Cuddles because of its ease of use, the soft and lightweight, self-adjusting band, and top-notch security features. The system installed at MRHC has several alarms in place that are activated in various ways, including if a Cuddles’ band loses contact with the child’s skin, if an infant tag gets close to any of the department’s exit, if someone loiters too long at a door, or if a door is slightly open.

“The system offers a deterrent and helps security officers quickly respond to an abduction attempt and identify any potential threats,” said Bryce Segotta, MRHC security officer. “If someone sets a door off, the alarm will light up and tell you where an attempt is happening.”

Installation also included integrating the technology to shut down the entire wing in the case of an abduction attempt.

“When an alarm is activated, the entire floor of the hospital is shut down,” Monks said. “Until we see what the problem is, and we actually shut the alarm off, you still can’t get out.”

Accutech Security has been manufacturing infant security solutions for almost 35 years. Cuddles Infant Protection systems can be seamlessly integrated with wired and wireless nurse call systems, ensuring notifications are at hospital staff’s fingertips. Cuddles is in more than 500 hospitals worldwide and offers free 24/7/365 support.

For more information on Cuddles Infant Protection, visit http://www.accutechsecurity.com.

About Accutech Security

Founded in 1985, Accutech Security is a leading manufacturer of advanced electronic monitoring and security systems, marketed and sold under the Accutech brand. Accutech’s specialized, security systems are actively installed in more than 5,000 healthcare facilities across the world. As a leading manufacturer of security systems for almost 35 years, Accutech continues to provide innovative, reliable and cost-effective solutions for the safety of babies, patients and residents worldwide.

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Technology: Electronics

Rigaku Features X-ray Analytical Instrumentation for Petroleum Industry at Gulf Coast Conference

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Rigaku MiniFlex benchtop X-ray diffractometer for phase analysis

Sixth generation Rigaku MiniFlex benchtop XRD

X-analytical technology from Rigaku enables quantification of everything from heavy elements in crude oil to sulfur in gasoline and diesel, as well as elemental analysis of lube oils and alloys found in petro-chemical plants.


GALVESTON, Texas (PRWEB)

Rigaku Corporation is presenting its diverse range of X-ray analytical instrumentation at the 2019 Gulf Coast Conference (GCC) taking place at the Moody Gardens Convention Center in Galveston, TX, Tuesday, October 15 to Wednesday, October 16, 2019.

Rigaku manufactures a complete range of X-ray diffraction (XRD) and X-ray fluorescence (XRF) instruments and components for research, testing, industrial process control. X-analytical technology from Rigaku enables quantification of everything from heavy elements in crude oil to sulfur in gasoline and diesel, as well as elemental analysis of lube oils and alloys found in petro-chemical plants.

Rigaku is exhibiting its lines of benchtop X-ray diffraction and wavelength dispersive X-ray fluorescence (WDXRF) spectrometers at Booth #104.

Featured systems include the sixth generation Rigaku MiniFlex benchtop X-ray diffractometer and the Rigaku Supermini200 benchtop WDXRF spectrometer. These powerful, transportable instruments deliver speed and sensitivity through innovative technology and design.

The sixth generation MiniFlex X-ray diffraction instrument is a general purpose X-ray diffractometer that can perform qualitative and quantitative analysis of polycrystalline materials. It delivers speed and sensitivity through innovative technology advances, including the HyPix-400 MF 2D hybrid pixel array detector (HPAD) together with an available 600 W X-ray source and new 8-position automatic sample changer.

The Rigaku Supermini200 analyzer is the world’s only high-power (200 W) benchtop sequential WDXRF spectrometer for elemental analysis of oxygen (O) through uranium (U) of almost any material. It uniquely delivers low cost-of-ownership with high resolution and lower limits of detection (LLD).

Benchtop and on-line energy dispersive X-ray fluorescence (EDXRF) spectrometers for multi-element analysis of solids, liquids and powders and X-ray transmission (XRT) instrumentation from Applied Rigaku Technologies, Inc. (ART) are being presented at Booth #102.

The compact Rigaku NEX QC series of benchtop analyzers is positioned to meet the changing demands of the petroleum industry. With multi-element capabilities, elements such as nickel (Ni), vanadium (V), and chlorine (Cl) can be measured in petroleum products, in addition to sulfur (S) in crude oil. On display at the event is the enhanced Rigaku NEX QC+ EDXRF analyzer featuring next generation silicon detector (SDD) technology, offering significant improvement in elemental peak resolution and counting statistics.

Also at the conference is the Rigaku NEX DE analyzer, developed for heavy industrial applications and engineered to maximize flexibility and ease of use. The system operates on the latest Rigaku QuantEZ analytical software, which runs on the Microsoft Windows operating system and was specifically designed for the Rigaku family of benchtop EDXRF analyzers

For real time process control needs, ART offers the Rigaku NEX XT process sulfur in oil analyzer and the Rigaku NEX OL process multi-element analyzer.

Rigaku Analytical Devices (RAD) manufactures Raman and laser induced breakdown (LIBS) analyzers, and will present the Rigaku KT-100S handheld LIBS spectrometer. As petrochemical, petroleum and power plants have put more stringent positive material identification (PMI) and PMI testing programs in place to avoid component or equipment failure, PMI tests are performed to confirm that components meet alloy composition and grade specifications where metal components are mission critical.

The KT-100S handheld metal analyzer was designed to provide a method for ensuring proper alloy composition, enabling identification of common alloy grades in seconds. The KT-100S handheld metal analyzer is being shown by Rigaku Analytical Devices at Booth #104

The Gulf Coast Conference promotes education and the advancement of knowledge of chemical analysis technology associated with the petrochemical, refining, and environmental sectors. More information about Rigaku solutions for the petroleum and petrochemical industries is available at https://www.rigaku.com/petro

About Rigaku

Since its inception in Japan in 1951, Rigaku has been at the forefront of analytical and industrial instrumentation technology. Rigaku and its subsidiaries form a global group focused on general-purpose analytical instrumentation and the life sciences. With hundreds of major innovations to their credit, Rigaku companies are world leaders in X-ray spectrometry, diffraction, and optics, as well as small molecule and protein crystallography and semiconductor metrology. Today, Rigaku employs over 1,400 people in the manufacturing and support of its analytical equipment, which is used in more than 90 countries around the world supporting research, development, and quality assurance activities. Throughout the world, Rigaku continuously promotes partnerships, dialog, and innovation within the global scientific and industrial communities.

For further information, contact:

Michael Nelson

Rigaku Global Marketing Group

tel: +1. 512-225-1796

michael.nelson@rigaku.com

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Industry: Healthcare

Potential Link Between Heart Disease and Tooth Loss Highlights Need for Good Oral Healthcare, says Beverly Hills Periodontics and Dental Implant Center

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The health of the teeth and gums may be more closely linked with heart health than previously thought.

This growing evidence adds real urgency to the importance of treating periodontal problems and preventing tooth loss, as well as replacing any missing teeth with dental implants whenever possible.


BEVERLY HILLS, Calif. (PRWEB)

An October 4 article on US News reports on preliminary findings that add to the mounting evidence suggesting a correlation between tooth loss and heart disease. The researchers found that individuals between 40 and 79 who had lost all of their teeth had a 28 percent chance of also having heart-related problems, compared to just seven percent for those who never lost any of their teeth. While the study has yet to be peer-reviewed and published, the initial findings are backed by an ongoing flow of evidence from other studies suggesting that poor gum health and missing teeth are strongly associated with heart problems and other serious overall health issues. Beverly Hills Periodontics & Dental Implant Center says that this growing evidence adds real urgency to the importance of treating periodontal problems and preventing tooth loss, as well as replacing any missing teeth with dental implants whenever possible.

The oral care center says that both moderate and severe cases of gum diseases often cause severe inflammation, halitosis (bad breath), receding gums, and bone loss. Oftentimes, teeth also begin to shift and become malaligned. That is just the beginning, says the clinic, because untreated periodontal disease makes losing teeth likely. Missing teeth, in addition to other issues discussed above, invariably encourage bone loss which can lead to the loss of more teeth that can lead to a rapid downward spiral. Patients experiencing gum disease symptoms should most certainly visit their dentist sooner rather than later, the center continues, as periodontal disease almost never gets better on its own.

Beverly Hills Periodontics & Dental Implant Center notes that many patients tend to put off oral healthcare, which can only make matters more dangerous and painful. Reluctant patients should be aware that today’s treatments have evolved to better minimize discomfort and childhood memories may tend to exaggerate the stress associated with oral health work. Patients should keep in mind that, the longer they wait, the more involved the work is likely to be, adds the oral healthcare office. On the other hand, it is never too late to address issues. Even when one or more teeth cannot be saved and need to be extracted, dental implants not only replace missing teeth, unlike dentures they can actually prevent bone loss and other issues, says the center.

Interested readers can find out more about Beverly Hills Periodontics and Dental Implant Center by visiting the clinic’s website at https://www.bhperiodontist.com/ or by calling (310) 275-4606.

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Health: Psychology

Twiggy Bean, Ph.D., announces the release of ‘Divorce Bullying: An Epidemic’

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LEXINGTON, Ky. (PRWEB)

Twiggy Bean, Ph.D., wanted to educate others about the divorce bullying epidemic so that it may help those suffering in embittered divorce battles make better decisions and become truly child focused. This objective prompted her to write “Divorce Bullying: An Epidemic – Divorce Bullying—How to overcome a bully, be resilient, and STOP the cycle! Don’t be a divorce bully!” (published by Balboa Press), a guidebook that serves as a blueprint for preventing and responding to divorce bullying.

Filled with case studies, diagrams, and easy-to-follow steps, the book shares strategies to prevent and respond to what has become a bullying epidemic. Drawing on her own experiences as well as those of individuals she has helped, Bean teaches readers how to identify a divorce bully before their behavior gets out of hand, fight divorce bullying when it occurs, protect children and loved ones from a divorce bully and prevent from becoming a divorce bully themselves. She also explains that not all divorce bullies were bullies while married. Sometimes, bullying can take place for the first time during a divorce, which can make recognizing it a challenge.

“I’ve mediated divorces for more than nine years, teaching anger management and domestic violence classes to perpetrators and victims, teaching cooperative parenting and divorce classes, and conducting workplace bullying research for my dissertation. I have listened to hundreds of real-life stories and witnessed the hurt and sadness that causes the divorce epidemic to be harder than it has to be,” Bean says. “Whether you are a judge, guardian ad litem, attorney, mother, father or family member who is merely caught in the mess, please read this book with an open mind and an open heart.”

Bean hopes that by sharing these real-life stories in the book, someone will become stronger, make a better decision or become kinder and gentler during one of the most painful processes most people will ever experience. For more details about the book, please visit https://www.amazon.com/Divorce-Bullying-Epidemic-Bullying-How-resilient/dp/1982200138.

“Divorce Bullying: An Epidemic – Divorce Bullying—How to overcome a bully, be resilient, and STOP the cycle! Don’t be a divorce bully!”

By Twiggy Bean, Ph.D.

Hardcover | 5.5 x 8.5in | 112 pages | ISBN 9781982200121

Softcover | 5.5 x 8.5in | 112 pages | ISBN 9781982200138

E-Book | 112 pages | ISBN 9781982200145

Available at Amazon and Barnes & Noble

About the Author

Twiggy Bean, Ph.D., owns a mediation and counseling center in Appalachia. She holds a bachelor’s degree in management, a real estate certificate, a master’s degree in business administration, a master’s degree in conflict management, and a doctorate degree in management with an emphasis in conflict management. She is a certified mediator and an adjunct professor in the graduate programs at two universities in Appalachia.

Balboa Press, a division of Hay House, Inc. – a leading provider in publishing products that specialize in self-help and the mind, body, and spirit genres. Through an alliance with indie book publishing leader Author Solutions, LLC, authors benefit from the leadership of Hay House Publishing and the speed-to-market advantages of the self-publishing model. For more information, visit balboapress.com. To start publishing your book with Balboa Press, call 877-407-4847 today. For the latest, follow @balboapress on Twitter.

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Health: Mental Health

Smart Kids Hosts Conference for Parents of Children with LD and ADHD

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Dr. Peg Dawson, keynote speaker

Such fascinating speakers…I wish I could go to every presentation!


NORWALK, Conn. (PRWEB)

On November 2, 2019, Smart Kids with Learning Disabilities will host the 3rd Annual Fall Parenting Conference: Rising to the Challenge at Winston Preparatory School in Norwalk, CT. The conference will provide parents of children with learning disabilities (LD) and ADHD the opportunity to hear from experts on a wide range of topics that will help parents help their children succeed.

The keynote address, “LD/ADHD/Executive Skills – What’s the Connection?” will be delivered by Peg Dawson, Ed.D., NCSP, renowned child psychologist and founder of The Center for Learning and Attention Disorders in Portsmouth, New Hampshire. Dr. Dawson is the author of the best-selling “Smart but Scattered: The Revolutionary Executive Skills Approach to Helping Kids Reach Their Potential” and “Smart but Scattered Teens”, in addition to several other books, articles, and book chapters. Dr. Dawson will also present a break-out session discussing “Self-Regulated Learners: Helping Kids Grow Their Own Executive Skills.”

An additional ten break-out sessions will cover advocacy, educational evaluations, assistive technology, managing parent stress, non-verbal learning disabilities, understanding your teenager, and more. High school students with learning disabilities and ADHD will discuss their challenges to give parents an inside view of LD and ADHD as part of a youth panel.

Middle and high school students, ages 11-18, are invited to attend their own special track of sessions. Topics will include mindful movement, what is going on with your parents, in addition to offering an opportunity for young people with LD and ADHD to connect with one another in group discussions. Registration for youth attendees is only $15, and includes breakfast and lunch.

Attendees at last year’s conference were unanimous in their praise of the event:

  • “Such fascinating speakers”

  • “It was great to be with other parents who ‘get it’ “

  • “The youth panel was amazing and impressive”

  • “I wish I could go to every presentation”

  • “So happy I could be here”

Major sponsors of the conference are Winston Preparatory School and The Gow School. Parents will have the opportunity to visit with additional exhibitors to learn about schools and providers serving children with LD and ADHD.

Registration is $50 and includes breakfast and lunch. Registration and a complete schedule are available at http://risingtothechallenge3.eventbrite.com

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