Published: 05/02/2013
“Transition: Stacking the Deck in Your Favor,” is presented by Dena Gassner, MSW, LMSW; she is an adult on the autism spectrum. The 40-minute-plus video provides excellent information on many important issues including social security, vocational rehabilitation, employment, and much more.
Transportation issues rarely addressed by providers
Very few medical or behavioral specialists discuss driving or other transportation-related issues with patients who have ASD (autism spectrum disorders), according to a new study. Emma Sartin and colleagues surveyed 78
Transition to Adulthood – Providing Support
Amy Moore Gaffney, M.A., CCC-SLP, discusses evidence-based support strategies for adults with autism as they transition to adulthood and gain independence. She focuses on structured visual support strategies and emphasizes the need for
Challenges of Medical Care for Seniors
Following introductions by Petra Dilman and Dr. Stephen Edelson, Margaret Bauman, MD, discusses the many medical challenges those aging with autism face. She highlights the lack of medical training and research for adults
Executive Function and Autism
Greg Wallace, Ph.D., discusses executive functioning and its impacts on lived experiences across the lifespan in autism. He defines executive function (EF) as it relates to cognitive processes, the neuropsychological framework, and real-world outcomes.
Behavioral Strategies to Treat Anxiety in Individuals with ASD
Lauren Moskowitz, Ph.D. discusses positive behavioral strategies for supporting individuals with autism who also experience anxiety. Handouts are online HERE About the speaker:
School During Covid-19: Using Visuals
Educational consultant Amy Moore Gaffney, M.A, discusses the difficulties of transitioning to the classroom learning during pandemics. She highlights the need for children to learn and adjust to changing rules, routines, and layouts for