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| APRIL 11th- DR. PETER GERHARDT Increasing attention is being paid to needs of learners with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) as they enter adolescence and grow into adulthood. Where job placement was once considered desirable, now the goal is career development. Instead of residential placement, now there is talk of residential choices in support of quality of life. This workshop will provide an overview of this movement toward transition planning for competent adulthood. Social skills and appropriate sexual behavior will also be addressed in young adults with ASD. APRIL 12th- MARIA WHEELER Adolescence combined with severely limiting autism presents a unique challenge for the affected individual, families, educators and therapists. In this session, we will explore age appropriate interventions for addressing behavioral concerns, including aggression, tantrums and non-compliance. The following topics that directly relate to behavior will also be covered: daily schedule planning for the adolescent with autism; communication and visual supports; sensory issues and influences; sexuality; and the adolescent need for independence. All info can be found at www.spectrumtrainingsystemsinc.com |
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