$65.00
Chronic functional constipation (CFC) is a common yet often overlooked condition in pediatric practice. It is characterized by infrequent, difficult, or painful bowel movements that persist over time. In children, approximately 95% of constipation cases are classified as functional, meaning there is no identifiable medical or structural cause. Despite its prevalence, CFC can significantly impact a child’s physical comfort, emotional regulation, behavior, attention, participation in daily routines, and overall quality of life.
This 2-hour training is designed for pediatric occupational therapists and related professionals seeking a deeper understanding of how chronic functional constipation can impact development and occupational performance. Participants explore common signs and symptoms, contributing factors (including neurobiological, sensory, behavioral, and psychosocial influences), co-occurring conditions, and the short- and long-term consequences of CFC in children.
A central focus of this course is the biopsychosocial model and how it informs comprehensive, individualized assessment and intervention planning. Through case examples and current research from neuroscience, behavioral health, lifestyle medicine, and psychogastroenterology, participants walk away with information to support clinical reasoning, interdisciplinary collaboration, and effective case management when working with children experiencing chronic functional constipation.
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Sensational Brain LLC is an AOTA Approved Provider of professional development. PD activity ID# 00000. This distance-learning, interactive format is offered at 0.2 CEUs, Introductory Level, OT Service Delivery, Foundational Knowledge. The assignment of AOTA CEUs does not imply endorsement of specific content, products, or clinical procedures by AOTA. |
Jerrod Brown, PhD, MA, MS, MS, MS, MS, MS, is a professor, trainer, researcher, and consultant with multiple years of experience teaching collegiate courses. Jerrod is also the founder and CEO of the American Institute for the Advancement of Forensic Studies (AIAFS) and founder and co-editor-in-chief of Forensic Scholars Today. Jerrod has also provided consultation services to a number of caregivers, professionals, and organizations pertaining to topics related to autism spectrum disorder (ASD), fetal alcohol spectrum disorder (FASD), confabulation, suggestibility, trauma and other life adversities, alexithymia, executive dysfunction, criminal recidivism, traumatic brain injury (TBI), and youth firesetting. Jerrod has completed six separate master’s degree programs and holds graduate certificates in Applied Pediatric Nutrition, Medical Biochemistry, Exercise Prescription, Neuroscience and the Law, Neuropsychology, Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Dyslexia, Other Health Disabilities (OHD), and Traumatic-Brain Injuries (TBI). In 2021, Jerrod completed a post-doctoral certificate in Leadership and Organizational Strategy from Walden University and a Professional Certificate in Forensic Psychology from San Diego State University Global Campus. In 2023, Jerrod completed a certificate in diabetes care and education from Central Arizona College. Jerrod has also conducted over 300 workshops, webinars, and on-demand trainings for various organizations and professional and student audiences. Jerrod has published several articles and book chapters, and recently, co-edited the book Forensic Mental Health: A Source Guide for Professionals (Brown & Weinkauf, 2018) with Erv Weinkauf. Jerrod has also been quoted in various magazines, newspapers, and other professional outlets. Jerrod is also regularly featured on several national and international podcast programs.
