Description
Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is known as a challenging, complex, and long-term condition that is becoming increasingly prevalent worldwide.
Often, a diagnosis of autism can come as a shock, and can be an overwhelming experience for all involved.
Consequently, this presentation focuses on empowering parents, caregivers, and teachers, and professionals so they can better understand and address the needs, strengths, and difficulties of children on the spectrum.
“Helping Children on the Autism Spectrum” will give a fundamental understanding of the who, what, where, why, and how of autism by:
-Exploring the diagnosis, characteristics, and global statistics of autism; -Reframing problem behaviors by taking an attachment and person-centered perspective;
-Surveying interventions available (including evidence-based, emerging, and alternative practices)
-Giving practical tools and strategies so parents, caregivers, and teachers can work collaboratively to respond to the unique needs of children with autism.
OBJECTIVES