Assessing and Treating Severe Behaviors
Learn about the process of getting a behavior assessment from start to finish, plus updates on current research and strategies for treatment. Originally published
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Learn about the process of getting a behavior assessment from start to finish, plus updates on current research and strategies for treatment. Originally published
Emily Ferguson, Ph.D., discusses self-regulation strategies for self-injurious behaviors (SIB). She outlines recent research on the frequency and distribution of different SIBs across a large sample, underscoring the
Jennifer Frankovich, MD, MS, dives into the intersection of infection, inflammation, and mental health. She discusses the increase in recognition of this critical overlap over the
Patricia Wright, PhD, MPH, and Katie Curran, MAAP, introduce Proof Positive - The Autism Well-being Alliance. The speakers describe positive psychology, its impact on well-being, and
Dr. Connor Kerns discusses research on the prevalence, sources, and impact of traumatic experiences in autistic people. She underscores the prevalence of childhood adversity in autistic groups
Lauren Moskowitz, Ph.D. discusses positive behavioral strategies for supporting individuals with autism who also experience anxiety. Handouts are online HERE
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