Too Much of a Good Thing? Dopamine and Cognitive-Communication in Parkinson’s
Presented by: Valeria Gary,M.A., CCC-SLP
🗓️ SEPTEMBER 15, 2026 – 8:30 PM EST – 9:30 PM EST
After this course, you will be able to…
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Explain the dopamine overdose hypothesis and distinguish cognitive-communication tasks that may improve, worsen, or show variable performance.
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Implement a medication-informed evaluation process to identify clinically meaningful cognitive-behavioral variability.
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List factors involved in a dopamine-informed home program and patient/care partner education.
COURSE CONTENT
LIVE AGENDA:
8:30–8:35: Introduction
8:35–8:50: Dopamine Overdose Hypothesis in Parkinson’s Disease
8:50–9:05: Evaluation Considerations
9:05–9:20: Dopamine-Informed Treatment Planning and Caregiver Education
9:20–9:25: Case Application
9:25–9:30: Q&A and Wrap-Up
SPEAKER INFORMATION & DISCLOSURES
Valeria Gary, M.A., CCC-SLP is a 2026 ASHA Invited Speaker, ASHA Centennial-recognized presenter, and SLP with over 36 years of experience. She owns Thrive Collective Agency LLC, a copywriting and grant strategy firm for private practices and healthcare nonprofits.
Clinically, Valeria specializes in Parkinson’s disease at Wellstar Kennestone Outpatient Neuro Rehabilitation, where she provides services and hosts a monthly Parkinson’s support group. She also serves as a mentor and content creator for the Medical SLP Collective. Outside the clinic, Valeria is an avid reader and competitive powerlifter.
FINANCIAL DISCLOSURES:
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Contractor + Honoraria from Medical SLP Collective; Employee – Wellstar Health Systems
NON-FINANCIAL DISCLOSURES:
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Parkinson’s Foundation – donor and volunteer
ADDITIONAL FAQS
Can I get ASHA CEUS for this Course?
To successfully complete this course, participants must submit a reflective statement (150-250 words in length) within 14 days of taking the course addressing the following: Identify one key concept, technique, or insight you learned during the course and describe how you plan to apply this learning in your clinical practice.
What is the Refund/Cancellation Policy?
Click here to view our policy: https://medslpcollective.com/cancellation-of-courses-and-events/
What can I do if I have a complaint?
Please contact us at info@medslpcollective.com
Who is this webinar appropriate for?
The target audience for this content is licensed speech-language pathologists. There are no prerequisite skills or knowledge needed beyond the basic speech-language pathology training and licensing.
What if I need special accommodations?
If you require accommodations to access these materials due to a disability, please email us at info@medslpcollective.com