MFS Virtual Learning Lab

Fueling For Athletes

As an athlete you work hard to improve your sports performance through practice and training many days of the week.  Did you know that research and science has proven that nutrition plays a critical role in optimizing your athletic performance?  

Join our registered dietitian in this 45 minute presentation to master the art of sports nutrition.  You will learn evidence-based approaches to improve strength and endurance from pre-game fueling ideas to post-workout recovery strategies.  Whether you are a professional athlete or weekend warrior, this webinar will help you elevate your game to the next level.  

It's Not You, It's the Diet

Research and experience over many decades have proven that diets often fail and weight loss from dieting is very often not successful.  You may have tried many diets only to find short term success followed by failure.  Did you know that diet cycling may result in a higher risk of death which is the opposite of what you are trying to achieve in the first place? It is time to make a change but where do you start?

Join our registered dietitian for a thought-provoking webinar where she will explore the psychological, physiological, and societal factors that contribute to the ineffectiveness of traditional dieting approaches. Learn new strategies for achieving and maintaining a healthy lifestyle without restrictive diets.  This 45-minute webinar could transform your relationship with food forever leading to a happier and healthier you!

Secrets of Parenting the Strong-Willed Child

If you are struggling with any of your children’s behaviors or are just simply overwhelmed and feeling out of control, you are not alone.  Dr. Pam McCaskill's in-depth and informative webinar is a 5 week, step-by-step class. In each one-hour video, released once per week, she teaches researched and clinically-proven strategies to help parents of strong-willed children gain control and feel happier. With over 25 years' experience teaching parenting classes, Dr. Pam's Webinar will help you successfully parent your strong-willed children ages 4–11!  Take the first step towards a more peaceful and connected family - Register Today!

Topics covered in the webinar:

• Teaching your child to listen to you (the first time you ask!)
• Self-esteem/self-confidence
• Discipline (that really works!)
• Distractibility
• Meltdowns
• Back talk
• Responsibility
• Whining
• Impulsivity
• Bedtime struggles
• Morning struggles
• Sibling rivalry

Our Most Effective Stress Management Strategies

In today’s fast paced world, high levels of stress have become the norm.  As clinical psychologists in health care, we are seeing how stress negatively affects our physical and mental well-being.  Stress can lead to high blood pressure, heart disease, weak immune systems and digestive problems.  Chronic stress increases symptoms of anxiety and depression.  Stress can impact your relationships resulting in increased conflict, misunderstandings, and strained communication.  

This webinar is our best of the best practical strategies that will empower you to take control of your stress and lead a more balanced and fulfilling life.  By consistently implementing these research and clinically proven techniques, you will experience improvements in your health, relationships, enhanced productivity and an overall improved quality of life.

Take just 45 minutes of your time today to hear this insightful session and listen to Dr. Wozniak talk about strategies for stress management and self-care so you can build your resilience and navigate life's challenges with greater ease and grace.

The ABCs of ADHD

The internet is full of myths and misconceptions about ADHD and many well-intended family and friends have information and opinions that are not based in science.  With over 40 years of combined experience, our ADHD experts, Dr. Pam McCaskill and Emily Kavanagh, M.S., LLP, have researched and provided all the latest ADHD information you need to know if you are a parent or caregiver of a child with ADHD.  Many grandparents have watched our videos to learn more about a condition that was not so readily diagnosed in years past as an effort to learn more and be a part of their grandchild’s life.

A one-time registration fee gives you access to the 3 pre-recorded ABC's of ADHD videos with 4 hours of content! This allows you to take the course in the comfort of your own home, at a time that is convenient for you. 

This course is suitable for parents and caregivers of children with ADHD, as well as educators, therapists and health care professionals seeking to deepen their understanding of the common neurodevelopmental condition. By the end of the course, parents will feel more empowered and equipped to support their child’s unique needs and help them reach their full potential. 

Topics Covered in the Webinar:

• Debunking the myths of ADHD
• Stress management for caregivers
• School-based accommodations
• IEP’s & 504 plans
• Managing your child’s behavior and emotions
• Medication management
• Advocacy skills for parents and children

Recognize Depression in Teens

Are you a parent, educator, or healthcare professional concerned about the mental health of teenagers? Join us for a webinar presented by Dr. Nicole Wozniak on recognizing symptoms of depression in teens. Dr. Wozniak has been working with teens and their families for over 10 years and specializes in depression in adolescents.

This informative 30 minute session will cover the signs and symptoms of depression, risk factors, and prevention strategies for supporting teenagers struggling with their mental health. Don't miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights and tools to help the teenagers in your life.