Autism Spectrum Disorder: Early Signs, Symptoms, and Treatment Strategies & A Parent's Perspective

This presentation reviews characteristics of autism and the most up to date treatment strategies for people on the autism spectrum. Examples are used across the lifespan to help demonstrate how to help individuals long term and how to tailor programs based on individual needs and differences. Successful treatment strategies are reviewed to teach social and communication skills and work on behavior problems through several case examples. History, causes, co-existing conditions and prevalence statistics of autism are also discussed along with several resources.

This training will help staff to better understand the many challenges parents face while raising a child with autism. Staff members are often so focused on assisting the individual with autism that it is difficult to really understand the struggles and complexities that parents face. This presentation will help professionals to become more sensitive toward parents, and will offer tips for working with the parents.