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  • Call for Proposals

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    Call for Proposals

    Pearson invites passionate clinical professionals and educators to join us on a journey to advance our fields and empower the individuals we serve. By submitting your proposal, you have the unique opportunity to help shape the future of clinical practice and empirical knowledge in Autism, ADHD, Dyslexia, Mental Health, Early Childhood, and other focal areas. Your expertise can make a lasting impact—transforming knowledge into meaningful change for clients and inspiring fellow Occupational Therapists (OTs), Speech-Language Pathologists (SLPs), and Psychologists around the world. Become a catalyst for innovation and help drive our community forward.

    Submitted proposals will be considered for inclusion in a variety of Pearson-hosted initiatives, such as upcoming summits, professional development webinars, and other training events. By contributing your insights, you help ensure that our educational content remains relevant and impactful, reaching clinicians and educators in diverse settings and fostering ongoing professional growth.

    Proposal Topics:

    AI Innovation in Clinical Practice: Exploring the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) in clinical settings, including diagnostic tools, personalised intervention planning, data-driven decision-making, and ethical considerations. Proposals may address how AI can enhance assessment, treatment, and outcomes for individuals with Autism, ADHD, Dyslexia, and related conditions, as well as support clinicians in their daily practice.

    Autism: Innovative approaches to assessment, intervention strategies, and support mechanisms for individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD).

    ADHD: Latest research and practical applications in the assessment and management of Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD).

    Dyslexia: Evidence-based practices for the identification and intervention of dyslexia across various age groups.

    Motor Development: Research findings and best practice for screening and evaluating motor skills.

    Sensory Processing: Technology for evaluating sensory profiles, support strategies for neurodiverse individuals, evidence-based practices, sensory-friendly environments, and collaboration across disciplines.

    Mental Health: Innovative, evidence-supported approaches to early identification, intervention, and holistic support for young people and adults, including the use of digital tools, mindfulness, and integrated care.

    Early Childhood: Developmental milestones, current trends in early detection and intervention strategies, and the impact of early childhood education on long-term outcomes.

    Learning: Innovative, evidence-supported approaches to specific learning disorder (SLD) identification and academic skill development, including the use of assessment frameworks, targeted interventions, and data-informed instructional planning.

    Other: If you possess specialised expertise supported by research, we welcome your contributions.

    Submission Guidelines:

    • Proposals must include peer-reviewed research, data, and current references (i.e. within the past 10 years).
    • Content must be applicable to OTs, SLPs, and Psychologists (e.g. school, clinical, neuropsychologists); it may also be relevant to special educators, diagnosticians, and other service providers.
    • Each proposal should include an abstract, long description, learning objectives, time-ordered agenda, instructional level, 3–5 citations (including peer-reviewed journal articles from the past 10 years), and a presenter biography including any relevant disclosures.

    Important Dates:

    • Submission Deadline: 1 June 2026
    • Notification of Acceptance: 30 July 2026
    • Final Presentation Submission: varies based on engagement activity

    Speaker Agreements:

    • A signed speaker agreement will be required to participate.
    • Presentations will be recorded using video conferencing software and will be available for Pearson to use for professional development activities.
    • A speaker honorarium will be provided.

    How to Submit:

    Please submit your proposals via our online form.

    For any queries, contact ClinicalTraining@pearson.com.

    We look forward to your innovative and impactful contributions.

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  • The Global Impact of the FINGER Trial: A New Era of Dementia Prevention

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    When Dr. Miia Kivipelto launched the Finnish Geriatric Intervention Study to Prevent Cognitive Impairment and Disability, better known as the FINGER trial, in 2009, the field of dementia prevention was much different.

    “At that time, [the focus was only on] high age and genetic factors,” Kivipelto said. “Now we know that 45% of these risk factors are there throughout the whole life course and that’s why we say that it’s never too early to … prevent dementia.”

    Kivipelto, a Finnish neuroscientist and professor who specializes in dementia and Alzheimer’s disease, joined John Harrison, Ph.D., CPsychol, CSci, AFBPsS, an associate professor at Alzheimercentrum, AUmc, Amsterdam, for the Pearson-sponsored podcast series, “The Progress Profile: Alzheimer’s Research in Focus,” to share insights into her research.

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  • The Evolving Role of Tau: From Pathology to Precision in Alzheimer’s Diagnosis

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    What if one of the most overlooked proteins in the brain turned out to hold the key to understanding—and eventually treating — Alzheimer’s disease?

    That question was at the center of a recent Pearson-sponsored podcast series, The Progress Profile: Alzheimer’s Research in Focus. Leading Alzheimer’s researcher Dr. Philip Scheltens joined moderator moderator, John Harrison, Ph.D., CPsychol, CSci, AFBPsS, an associate professor at Alzheimercentrum, AUmc, Amsterdam, to explore how tau has moved from a supporting role in the “amyloid hypothesis” to a central player in diagnosis, imaging, treatment, and precision medicine.

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  • Transforming behavioural health care with actionable, timely data

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    How CAT-MH® helped one practice save lives

    In the world of behavioural health, every moment counts. When someone reaches out for help, there’s often a narrow window of opportunity—one that can close quickly if the right support isn’t available immediately. For Bernie Dyme, a licensed clinical social worker with over four decades of experience, finding ways to maximise that critical window became essential as his practice grew.

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  • Uncovering the hidden mental health crisis behind community violence

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    CAT-MH research reveals the hidden mental health crisis behind community violence. Dr. Michael Brook's groundbreaking study shows hope

    What if the young people involved in community violence were just individuals struggling with untreated mental health conditions?

    This question lies at the heart of groundbreaking research that’s changing how we understand and address violence in our communities.

    Dr Michael Brook, associate professor at Northwestern University’s Feinberg School of Medicine, has spent years studying this connection. His work reveals something most people don’t realise: the majority of young people who become involved in community violence have significant histories of trauma, depression, hopelessness, and other mental health conditions that directly increase their risk.

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