• 139-01 - Enhancing Family Life When Autism Spectrum Disorder is Present
  Presented by: Joseph Gentry, Deborah Gentry, Sarah Gentry

Abstracts

Enhancing Family Life When Autism Spectrum Disorder is Present

Presented by: Joseph Gentry, Deborah Gentry, Sarah Gentry

An estimated 1 in 110 children/youth and their families cope with an Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). This workshop aims to update educators and practitioners regarding signs and symptoms of ASDs; referral and diagnostic procedures and tools; theoretical perspectives helpful to understanding manifestations of family stress and coping; research findings; noteworthy treatments and interventions; policy issues; and implications for future research and practice. Opportunities to analyze video footage and case studies, pose questions, and engage in discussion will be provided.