ASA's 39th National Conference on Autism Spectrum Disorders

NARPAA Meeting (Closed)
Anna Hundley, M.Ed.

3842

(W8) Defeat Autism Now (DAN!) Clinician Seminar- CME Credits Offered
Bryan L. Jepson, MD, Nancy O'Hara, M.D. and Daniel A. Rossignol, M.D., FAAFP

3402

(W2) "Considering More Than Consequences in the Classroom"- Merging Applied Behavior Analysis with Sensory and Communication Based Strategies (7 BCBA continuing education units available)
Denise Sawan Caruso, M.A., James Ball, Ed.D., BCBA and Chris Filler, RN, BSN

3829

(W9) ASA Chapter Leaders Pre-Conference Workshop
Catriona Johnson, M.S., Marguerite Colston, Jeff Sell, J.D., Gordon Lavigne, CFRE and Andres Filippi

3836

(W1) Living the Best Life Possible-Free All-Day Workshop (Focus for Individuals on the Spectrum and Open to All)
Stephen M. Shore, Ed.D., Education, Ruth Elaine Hane, B.S., Reiki, Master/Teacher, Dena Gassner, MSW and Valerie Paradiz, Ph.D.

3837

(W3) When Your Child with Autism Becomes An Adult with Autism (Presented by NARPAA)
Anna Hundley, M.Ed., Ruth Christ Sullivan, Ph.D., Phil Blevins, RN, LCS, Alonzo Andrews, M.A., Mike Smith, M.A., Kimberly L. Sanders, M.S., Strategic, Leadership, Stacey M. Umbenour, M.S., Carolyn Garver, Ph.D. and Jimmie Beirne, M.A.

3838

(W4) Enhancing Quality of Life through the Treatment of Problem Behavior
Edward G. Carr, Ph.D., BCBA and Cathy Pratt, Ph.D.

3839

(W5) Safe and Sound Session: Autism Spectrum Recognition and Risk Management for Law Enforcement and First Response Professionals
Stephen M. Shore, Ed.D., Education, Judge Kimberly S. Taylor, Judge and Dennis Debbaudt, Law, Enforcement, Training, Co

3840

(W7) ASA Panel of Professionals Workshop: A "Best Practice" Approach to Key Issues in Autism
V. Mark Durand, Ph.D., Diane Twachtman-Cullen, Ph.D., Margaret P. Creedon, Ph.D. and Jennifer Twachtman-Reilly, M.S., CCC-SLP

3841

(W6) Addressing Adolescent Behaviors: Developing a Comprehensive Behavior Intervention Plan
Brenda Smith Myles, Ph.D., Barry G. Grossman, Ph.D., Ruth Aspy, Ph.D. and Shawn A. Henry

Governor's Task Force on Autism Spectrum Disorders

Exhibitors & Poster Session Presenters Set up

Lunch Break

ASA Chapter Meet & Greet Reception

NARPAA Reception (Closed)

Conference Registration Desk Open

3847

Keynote Session- Robert Hendren, DO "What Causes Autism: How the Answer Guides Evaluation and Treatment"
Robert Hendren

3919

CME Track- Autism across the Levels: Brain, Body, Behavior, Genes, Environment and Treatment (7 CME Credits Available for Physicians. This program is open for all.)
Martha R. Herbert, Ph.D., M.D., Frank Sharp, M.D., Doreen Granpeesheh, Ph.D., BCBA, Amy Wetherby, Ph.D., CCC-SLP, Emmanuelle Tognoli, Kenneth A. Bock, M.D., FAAFP, FACN, CNS and Tim Buie, M.D.

ASA Exposition Hall Open

Health Care Reform in America: A Town Hall Meeting for Patient Advocates Sponsored by the National Health Council and Autism Society of America
Margi Colston

ASA Exposition Opening Reception in the Florida Exhibit Hall A

Lunch Break

3592

Poster Session I

3197

DIR/Floor Time: A Developmental Relational Approach to Play Therapy with Children Impacted by Autism
Esther B. Hess, Ph.D.

3220

The Importance of Social Pragmatic Communication to Life Success
Timothy Kowalski, M.A., C.C.C.

3259

Autism: Language Strategies for Learning with A Visual Brain
Carole A. Kaulitz, M.Ed., CCC-SLP and Ellyn Lucas Arwood, Ed.D., CCC-SLP

3297

Speaking for Ourselves: Individuals with ASD Talk About Their Lives
Julie A. Donnelly, Ph.D.

3368

What the Research Tells Us About Outcomes for Individuals with Asperger Syndrome
Gena P. Barnhill, Ph.D., BCABA, NCSP

3372

Higher Functioning Autism Spectrum Disorders: Communication Assessment and Intervention
Glenis L. Benson, Ph.D.

3401

Using Technology to Enhance the Classroom: Strategies for Children with Autism
Lori H. Dahlquist, Speech, Pathology/Audiology

3422

When Social Skills Training Isn’t Enough: Strategies for Children and Adults on the Autism Spectrum
Zosia Zaks, M.S., M.Ed., (pending)

3452

Rerouting the Road Paved with Best Intentions to Better Climate-Controlled Land
Lars Perner, Ph.D.

3567

Parent Advocacy in the Medical Insurance Arena
Marla Kraus, J.D., A.B.

3612

Helping Families Cope with Autism Spectrum Disorders: A Four-Phase Approach
Patricia A. Fennell, MSW, LCSW-R

3644

My First Twenty Years: Learning to Be An Effective Advocate
Jordan R. Ackerson, Lisa A. Lieberman, MSW, LCSW, parent, Valerie Paradiz, Ph.D. and Elijah Wapner

3673

Brain Processing and Implications for Learning- (1.5 BCBA continuing education units available)
Anne S. Holmes, M.S., C.C.C., BCBA and Nina Finkler, M.Ed., LDT/C, BCBA

3701

The ECLIPSE Model: Building Global Skills That Improve Social and Behavioral Functioning
Sherry A. Moyer, B.S. and Brenda Smith Myles, Ph.D.

3773

Florida Centers for Autism and Related Disabilities: A Model for ASD Supports
Jack Scott, Ph.D., BCBA, Kyle Bennett, M.S., BCBA and Bairbre Flood, M.S.

3835

Letting Go: When Your Child Leaves Home
Ruth Christ Sullivan, Ph.D. and Michael Grady, M.A.

3865

Overview of Autism Spectrum Disorders and ASA
Cathy Pratt, Ph.D. and Chris Filler, RN, BSN

World Autism Organization (WAO) Delegate Meeting

3911

Mind the Gut: The Crucial Role of Intestinal Health (ARI's Defeat Autism Now! Session)
Nancy O'Hara, M.D.

Break

3193

Pensacola: Creating A Center of Excellence for Autism
Kevin T. Doyle, Community, leader

3264

South Carolina's Medicaid Waiver for ABA: A Bold Initiative Explained (1.5 BCBA continuing education units available)
Phil Blevins, RN, LCS and Jodi Cholewicki-Carroll, MRC, BCBA

3282

Starting off on the Right Foot: One Year of Behavior Analysis in Practice (1.5 BCBA continuing education units available)
Rosa C. Martinez, Ph.D., BCBA

3291

Childhood Apraxia of Speech: Focus on Treatment
Margaret A. Fish, M.S., CCC-SLP

3317

Realizing the College Dream with Autism or Asperger Syndrome
Ann B. Palmer, B.A., Parent, Author

3347

Play Time! Using Play-Based ABA to Teach Young Children with Autism to and Through Play (1.5 BCBA continuing education credits available)
E. Amanda Boutot, Ph.D., BCBA

3379

Video Self-Modeling Applications for Young Children with ASD
Tom Buggey, Ph.D., in, Early, Interventi and Grace Hoomes, M.Ed., Candidate

3383

Autism and AAC (Augmentative and Alternative Communication)
Pati King-DeBaun, M.S., CCC-SLP and Susan H. Norwell, M.A.

3447

Building Social Relationships: The Power of Connections in Our Lives
L. Lynn Stansberry-Brusnahan, Ph.D.

3458

If We'd Known Then What We Know Now: Learning from Life on the Spectrum
Julie Herndon, OTR/L, BCP and Lars Perner, Ph.D.

3517

Scattered Dreams: Opportunities for Adults with Autism Spectrum Disorders
Janet E. Graetz, Doctor, of, Philosophy and Nick Dubin, M.Ed., Psy.S

3539

Prevalence of Adolescents with an ASD in a Criminal Justice Facility
Lawrence R. Sutton, Ph.D.

3556

Increasing Pro-Social Behaviors Using Social Stories: Low Tech to High Tech
G. Richmond Mancil, Ph.D., Pena Bedesem, M.A. and Peggy S. Whitby, M.Ed.

3573

Girls Growing Up on the Autism Spectrum: Addressing Your Daughter's Unique Learning Needs
Shana Nichols, Ph.D., Gina-Marie Moravcik, M.A., CCC-SLP and Halley Ceglia, LMSW

3730

Our Life in A Nutty Shell IV, Living with Autism and Loving It!
Alexander S. Gammicchia, Nicholas Gammicchia, Andrew W. Gammicchia, Father, Husband, Advocate and Carolyn A. Gammicchia

3789

Autism and Family Balance Issues
Emily D. Iland, M.A., degree, in, Special, Edu and Lisa Iland, B.S.

3823

Not All Evidence Is Created Equal: Implications for Evidence-Based Practices
Diane Twachtman-Cullen, Ph.D.

3866

NATTAP Meeting
Cathy Pratt, Ph.D. and Barbara Becker-Cotrill, Ph.D.

3912

Detoxification, Inflammation, and Oxidative Stress In Autism: Testing and Treatment (ARI's Defeat Autism Now's Session)
Daniel A. Rossignol, M.D., FAAFP

Break

3216

Preparing Child Care Providers to Include Young Children with Autism and Other Disabilities
Leslie L. Jackson, M.Ed., OT and Patricia Wright, Ph.D., MPH

3398

Divorce and Families with Autism
Margaret Price, J.D.

3470

Ideas for Parenting Older Adolescents with ASD: Balancing Support and Letting Go
Lisa A. Lieberman, MSW, LCSW, parent

3472

The Use of Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy in Autism
Daniel A. Rossignol, M.D., FAAFP

3486

Everything You Need to Know to Structure A Classroom in 75 Minutes
Joane Walvoord, M.Ed., RPED, #1283 and Kathy Kelchner, M.Ed.

3492

Lighthouse in A Bog: Supporting ASD Adults/Teens Using the Ansell-Casey Lifeskills Tools
Herm T. Fishbein, Ed.D. and Cameron Van Splinter

3505

The 3 P's of Behavior Support Plans: Prediction, Proaction, Prevention
Ann Roberts, Ph.D., Akihiro Takamatsu, B.S., James Marshall, M.Ed., John Kolwaite, M.Ed. and Takako Ebihara, M.Ed.

3523

Girls with Autism Spectrum Disorders: Focus on Gender Differences Between Males and Females
Lori A. Ernsperger, Ph.D., Special, Education and Danielle D. Wendel, Parent

3563

Coping Strategies to Help Ameliorate Stress in Families with Children Autism
Pena Bedesem, M.A., G. Richmond Mancil, Ph.D. and Peggy S. Whitby, M.Ed.

3564

Tackling the Uncomfortable: Teaching Sexuality and Relationships to Adults with Asperger's Syndrome
Melissa Dubie, M.S. and Catherine Davies, M.Ed, M.Sc., C., Psychol.

3569

Technology to Improve Learning and Communication at Monarch School
Debra Mandell, O.T.R./L, M.A., Jeffery Richards, M.Ed., Lauren Stafford, B.S.Ed., Howard Shane, Ph.D. and Melissa Baker, MS, CCC-SLP

3582

He Said; She Said
Stephen M. Shore, Ed.D., Education and Susan J. Moreno, M.A., A.B.S.

3624

Employing People with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
Jennifer Sellers, Ph.D.

3626

Increasing Motivation in Individuals with Autism by Accurately Identifying Preferences and Reinforcers (1.5 BCBA continuing education units available)
Richard B. Graff, M.S., BCBA

3628

Incorporating Inclusion as A Model for Self Advocacy
Jane Pribek, Judy M. Endow, MSW and Nancy Alar

3640

Instructional Applications of Applied Behavior Analysis for Individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders
Jo Webber, Ph.D.

3645

Controlled Clinical Trial of the P.L.A.Y. Project for Children with ASD
Richard Solomon, M.D., Laurie Van Egeren, Ph.D., Ellen Harrington-Kane, M.S., HSM, OTR/L and James Lyddy, M.S.

3655

Pragmatics and Social Skills Training in Natural Contexts
Kathleen D. Kelly, Ph.D.

3726

Manga, Music, and Medicine: Special Interest Areas of Students with Aspergers Syndrome
Mary Ann Winter-Messiers, Maitrise, La, Sorbonne and Cynthia Herr, Ph.D.

3862

Dad's Workshop
James Ball, Ed.D., BCBA and Lee Grossman

3914

Understanding the Role of Medical Interventions In Autism (ARI's Defeat Autism Now! Session)
Bryan L. Jepson, MD

3921

Incubators for Change: Autism Policy at the State Level
Catriona Johnson, M.S. and Sara Reed, Esq.

Autism Society of America's Panel of Professional Advisors Event (Open)
Margi Mcolston@autism-Society.org

Autism Society of America's People on the Spectrum (PSA) Panel Event (Open)
Margi Colston

Conference Registration Desk Open

Respite Childcare

3844

Kenote Session- James Ball, EdD, BCBA
James Ball, Ed.D., BCBA

Break

Exposition Hall Open

3295

Parenting on the Spectrum: A Survival Guide
Lynn Adams, Ph.D., CCC-SLP

3309

Demographic Differences in Identification and Program Access for Children with Autism
Susan Kabot, Ed.D., CCC-SLP and Nurit Sheinberg, Ed.D.

3335

A Model for Integrating Biomedical and Behavioral Approaches: Implications and Applications (1.5 BCBA continuing education units available)
Edward G. Carr, Ph.D., BCBA and Martha R. Herbert, Ph.D., M.D.

3363

Using Video Modeling to Teach Social Language CAN Be Easy, Fun and Effective
Laurie Bukala, M.A., CCC-SLP

3370

The F.R.I.E.N.D. Program
Sharman Ober-Reynolds, MSN, RN, C-FNP and Sheri Dollin, M.Ed.

3376

Setting the Stage for Social Success
Cindy B. Schneider, Masters, in, Educational, Lead

3403

The LINK Program � A Peer to Peer Support for Students with Autism Spectrum Disorder
Maureen Ziegler, Ed.S. and Kelly Dunlap, Psy.S.

3445

The Future of Computer-Assisted Instruction for Children with ASD (1.5 BCBA continuing education credits available)
Christina Whalen, Ph.D., BCBA and Shannon Cernich, Ph.D., BCBA

3448

Do You Want Fries with That Asperger?: Neuro-Diversity as Emerging Culture
Herman T. Fishbein, Ed.D.

3459

Mission Possible: Parents as Change Agents Using Positive Behavior Support to Solve Children’s Behavior Problems
Meme Hieneman, Ph.D., BCBA and Karen E. Childs, M.A.

3464

Explaining Autism to Peers
Rama Cousik, Doctoral, student

3491

Building A Social Skills Club: A Pilot Project with the Break Ins
Andrew Nelson, M.Ed., Peggy Hovatter, M.A. and Richard L. Work Jr., parent

3501

Attitude Change of Primary Pupils Towards Peers with ASD: Briefing on Drama-in-Education Workshops
Eva Shui Ying Lai, Doctor, of, Education, Uni, of and Mandu James Yim Cheung Cheung, Bachelor, of, Social, Sciences

3533

Objectives Based Education for Improving Executive Functions: Reaching Children with Pervasive Developmental Deficits.
Debrah Hall, Ph.D.

3551

Low Cholesterol: A Major New Factor in Autism
William Shaw, Ph.D.

3566

Think... Before You IEP
Jonathan McIntire, Peggy S. Whitby, M.Ed. and Kara Rosenblatt, M.Ed.

3570

Homeschooling Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders
Kathy Kuhl, B.A.

3613

Oxidative Stress & Autism: A Roadmap for Effective Treatment
Lewis Allen, M.D., FAAP

3659

Safe Travel: For Parents and/or Adults on Spectrum
Stephen M. Shore, Ed.D., Education, Gerald (Jerry) Newport, B.A., Math and Mary Meinel Newport

3669

College Students as Peer-Aged Partners: Promoting Social Skill Development
Jo Ann Burkhardt, Doctor, of, Philosophy, Buerk Don, Doctor, of, Philosophy and Joyce Sutton, Master, of, Education

3707

�Autism Orientation for Faith Based Communities: Communication, Creativity, and Compassion�
Kim R. Newgass and Sara Reed, Esq.

3734

When Autism and Deafness Coexist
Christen A. Szymanski, B.A.

3747

Providing Safe Paths for Teens with Autism
Andrew W. Gammicchia, Father, Husband, Advocate and Carolyn A. Gammicchia

3849

7 Evidence Based Strategies for An Effective Early Intervention Program (1.5 BCBA continuing education units available)
James Ball, Ed.D., BCBA

3854

Your Dependent with Special Needs, Making Their Future More Secure
Brian Finn

3861

National Professional Development Center on ASD: Promoting Evidence-Based Practices
S.L. Odom

Lunch Break

ASA Annual Membership Meeting & National Awards Presentation (Open to Members & Nonmembers)

3904

Poster Session II

3218

Presuming Intellect: Ten Ways to Enrich Our Relationships Through A Belief in Competence
William Stillman, B.S.

3299

Why Aren't They Implementing the Behavior Intervention Plan? and How to Improve Adult Compliance.
Julie A. Donnelly, Ph.D. and Joan E. Armstrong, MS

3360

Making the Parent/Professional Relationship Work
Ann B. Palmer, B.A., Parent, Author

3387

Club Sib: Programs for Siblings of Kids with Autism
Christina Dellibovi, B.A., CCLS and Jill F. Harris, Ph.D.

3407

Automatic Measurement of the Language Learning Environment of Young Children with ASD
Steven F. Warren, Ph.D. and Jill S. Gilkerson, Ph.D.

3415

The Picture Exchange Communication System (PECS): 20+ Years of Learning and Growing!
Anne Hoffman, M.Ed.

3462

SPECIALISTERNE � Employing People with ASD to Compete at Market Terms
Thorkil Sonne, Owner

3545

Using Neurotypical Children to Determine Appropriate Social Skill Objectives and Aims for Children with Autism (1.5 BCBA continuing education units available)
Kelly McKinnon, M.A., BCBA

3568

What Women Want You to Know
Dena Gassner, MSW, Valerie Paradiz, Ph.D., Sondra K. Williams, Adult with Autism, Zosia Zaks, M.S., M.Ed., Ruth Elaine Hane, B.S., Reiki, Master/Teacher and Brigid A. Rankowski, College, student

3571

Our Journey Continues to Eliminate the Use of Physical Restraints
Kimberly L. Sanders, M.S., Strategic, Leadership and Stacey M. Umbenour, M.S.

3576

Study of Social Skill Needs in ASD and Suggested Intervention Strategies
Moya Kinnealey, Ph.D., OTR/L, Beth Pfeiffer, Ph.D., OTR/L, Kristie Patten Koenig, Ph.D., OTR/L and Nancy A. Kauffman, Ed.M., OTR/L

3610

Growing Up with Autism: Developing A Healthy Sexuality Curriculum for Teens and Young Adults
Shana Nichols, Ph.D. and Samara Pulver-Tetenbaum, M.A., Clinical, Psychology

3622

Visual Support for Children with ASD: Comparison of Static Vs. Animated Stimuli (1.5 BCBA continuing education units available)
Lorrie Spencer, Ph.D., BCBA

3643

Creating Supportive Environments
Krista P. James, M.Ed. and Patty Alewyne, B.S.

3656

Can Your Child Become a Good Driver?
Gerald (Jerry) Newport, B.A., Math, Mary Meinel Newport, Stephen M. Shore, Ed.D., Education and Dennis Debbaudt, Law, Enforcement, Training, Co

3748

The Interaction of Environment and Genetics in Autism: Support for A Biomedical Approach
Kenneth A. Bock, M.D., FAAFP, FACN, CNS

3804

Classroom and Communication Skills Program
Megan Ahlers, M.S. and Colleen Hannigan Zillich, M.S., CCC-SLP

3807

A Father's View of Autism
Jeff Sell, J.D.

3864

Practical Approaches to Behavior Challenges
Cathy Pratt, Ph.D. and Kristie Lofland, M.S.

Break

3214

Connecting to University Life
Doo Joon Chung, B.A., M.C.R.P, ABD, Michael Malinowski, B.A. and Jody John Ramey, M.S.

3232

Working with Teens and Adults on the Autism Spectrum: The Coaching Model
Ellen H. Korin, M.Ed.

3243

Online Education and Autism at Universities
Christopher S. Wyatt, M.A.

3300

The Verbal Behavior Approach: Incorporating ABA Strategies to Teach Children with Autism (1.5 BCBA continuing education units available)
Mary Lynch Barbera, RN, MSN, BCBA

3343

You Are the Expert in Your Life, Family and Work: Exploring Coaching and the Autism Spectrum
Ruth Knott-Schroeder, M.A., ACC

3348

Play and Interaction for the Young Nonverbal Child with Autism
Susan H. Norwell, M.A.

3349

Autism: Applying Useful Techniques and Instructional Strategies to Maximize Learning
Julie Moore, Masters, Special, Education and Carole Walsh, Masters, Special, Education

3382

Cognitive Therapy: The Learning Program for Development of Autistic Children
Myung-Sook Koh, Sunwoo Shin and Moon-Whan Yeo

3395

Paraeducator Training Manual
Lee A. Stickle, M.S.Ed. and Jane Goetz, M.S.Ed.

3421

Get A HANDLE on Autism: A Systems Approach to Sensory Processing Challenges
Judith Bluestone, Neurodevelopmental/Educational

3437

Living with Autism in the Family: Taking Care of Everyone’s Needs
Robert A. Naseef, Ph.D.

3461

Advances in Autism Spectrum Disorders Research: Prevalence and Beyond
Jane Charles, M.D., Joyce Nicholas, Ph.D., Lydia King, MPH and Walter Jenner, M.S., CAS

3525

"Connector": A New Tool to Strengthen Core Decifits of ASD
Kathi Calouri, Ph, D and Eric Hamblen

3530

Autism Network for Individuals with Hearing and Visual Impairments Meeting on Communication
Margaret P. Creedon, Ph.D., Carol M. Schall, Ph.D., Colleen Shinn, COTA, Enid Schein, Ed.D, CCC-SLP, Rhonda Bachmann, M.Ed, Christine Polys, MS, CCC-SLP and Ruth Rogge, M.Ed.

3553

Using the National Standards Project to Enhance Evidence-Based Practice in ASD
Susan M. Wilczynski, Ph.D. and Lauren Christian, B.A.

3607

SKILLS: Shaping Knowledge Through Life Learning Systems (1.5 BCBA continuing education units available)
Doreen Granpeesheh, Ph.D., BCBA

3625

Multifaceted Social Intervention in An Ecologically-Valid Context: Clinic-Community Collaboration
Brian Freedman, Ph.D. and Elizabeth Stripling, Ed.D.

3664

Raise Your Voice: Politics and the Autism Research Agenda
Wendy Fournier

3668

The Partnership for Effective Programs for Students with Autism
Greg Valcante, Ph.D., Teresa Daly, Ph.D. and Donna Casella, B.S.

3691

Socks Don�T Matter: Perspectives of a Family Living with the Spectrum
Jen Blackwell, B.S., Ed, Eric K. Blackwell, B.S., Cameron Blackwell, Darren Craig Blackwell, Jamie Blackwell and Jordan Blackwell

3713

Autism and the Use of Symbol-Based Communication
Enid Hurtado, CBA and Dana Stump, B.S., M.A.

3740

Medical and Biomedical Treatments for Autism: Past, Present and Future.
Paul Edward Gilbert Shattock, Parent, Researcher.

3806

Mercury, Toxic Metals, and Autism: Research, Testing, and Treatment
James Adams, Ph.D.

3867

Sensory Processing 101 Implications of Sensory Challenges for Individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders
Chris Filler, RN, BSN

3920

Eye on Washington: ASA Federal Budget and Legislative Efforts
Sharon Scribner Pearce

Persons on the Autism Spectrum Town Hall Meeting (Open to All Individuals on the Spectrum)
Ruth Elaine Hane, B.S., Reiki, Master/Teacher

7th Annual Autism Society of America's Evening of Champions Gala Event

Registration Desk Open

Respite Childcare

3845

Keynote Session- Temple Grandin, PhD "a Personal Perspective"
Temple- Ph.D., Grandin

Exposition Hall Open

Break

3209

Establishing Basic Functional Communication with Your Nonverbal Child
Heather A. Franks, MS, CCC, SLP

3225

With Open Arms: Creating School Communities of Support for Socially Challenged Kids
Mary Schlieder, M.S.

3337

Improving Reading Comprehension for Good Decoders with Autism Spectrum Disorders
Emily D. Iland, M.A., degree, in, Special, Edu

3416

Ten Things You Need to Know When Your Child Turns 18
Jaime B. Parent, Father, Elizabeth "Tracy" Parent, B.S., M.S. and Bryan D. Parent, Person, with, autism

3418

S.T.O.P. and Relax�, A Visual Curriculum Promoting Self-Control and Anxiety Management
Debra A. Krodman-Collins, Ph.D, NCSP, FLPY4231, Louise J. Goldberg, M.A., Daniela Morales, M.Ed. and Sally Miller, M.Ed.

3473

Review of Inflammation and Oxidative Stress in Autism and Implications for Treatment
Daniel A. Rossignol, M.D., FAAFP

3484

Lifespan Services for Adults with Autism; Who, What, Why and How
David L. Holmes, Ed., D., BCFE, BCAP, Michael Grady, M.A. and Mark VanVoorst, M.Div.

3493

Real Stories of Recovery Using Innovative Medical Care
Jeff Bradstreet, MD, MD(H), FAAFP and Doreen Granpeesheh, Ph.D., BCBA

3494

Traveling with Lemonade
Judy M. Endow, MSW

3519

Making Lemonade from Lemons: Focusing on Strengths of Individuals with Asperger's Syndrome
Nick Dubin, M.Ed., Psy.S and Janet E. Graetz, Doctor, of, Philosophy

3552

Outcomes of Alternative Strategies: TAGteach Process and Implementation across Learning and Home Environments
Jane Winter Clark, M.S., Deitra A. Kuester, M.S., Ph.D. and Lisa Gerontes-Bowe, M.S.

3579

Supports Necessary for A Student on Autism Spectrum to Attend College Using the CIP Model
Michael McManmon, Dr. and Stephen M. Shore, Ed.D., Education

3615

The Catching-up Years: Growing Older with Autism: Autistic Individuals and Caregivers
Elizabeth (Liz) Roth, Parent

3639

"My Own World� Art-Based Curriculum, Fostering Resilience in Individuals with Autism
Ayelet Kantor, Ph.D., Nicole Deary, CCC-SLP, Lisa Samperil-Davis, M.F.A., Lorna Grace Swanson, B.A., Debra J. Romano and June Groden, PhD

3702

Common Issues in Autism Spectrum/ Non Spectrum Marriages
Susan J. Moreno, M.A., A.B.S. and Julie A. Donnelly, Ph.D.

3709

Hand Held Computers Assist Teens in Social Awareness and Behavioral Change
Dorothy Lucci, M.Ed., C.A.G.S.

3719

Autism Early Intervention Expert Recommendations: How Parents and Public Schools Provide
Lori A. Reffert, Ed.D

3728

A Research Synthesis of Evidence-Based Practices for Young Children with Autism
Sandy Robbins, M.Ed. and Leah Gongola, Ph.D.

3732

Make It Work: Ten Essentials for Social Skill Instruction in Elementary Settings
Kimberly Coppola, M.Ed., Marilee Emerson, M.Ed., BCBA and Laura Haratine, M.Ed.

3736

Autism in Adolescence: Using Visual Supports to Provide Tools for Success
Enid Hurtado, CBA and Dana Stump, B.S., M.A.

3833

From Lemons into Lemonade: Maximizing Progress in the Face of Shrinking Therapy Time
Jennifer Twachtman-Reilly, M.S., CCC-SLP

3860

Developing a Comprehensive Language Based Interention Program for Children with Autism
James Partington, Ph.D., BCBA

Lunch Break

3903

Poster Session III

3258

Life Planning: A Primer for Families with Special Children
Michael Beloff, CFP(R)

3298

The Importance of Parent Advocacy in Systems Change
Catriona Johnson, M.S. and Ben Dorman, M.A., M.Sc., Ph.D.

3308

A Program for Interviewing Success for Adults with Asperger's Disorder and High Functioning Autism
Allison D. Leatzow, B.A., Brittany M. Johnson, B.S. and Lindee Morgan, Ph.D., CCC-SLP

3338

The Road to Adulthood
Penelope Brennell, Parent/Advocate, Matthew Brennell, Individual, with, autism/artis and Julia V. Roscoe, M.Ed., M.A., BCBA

3378

From Early Engagement to Beginning Literacy Strategies for Children on the Autism Spectrum
Pati King- DeBaun, M.S., CCC-SLP

3451

Digestive Enzyme Supplementation: Hope or Hype?
Devin Houston, PhD

3510

From High School to College: Providing Successful Supports to Students Making the Transition
Marc Ellison, M.A., LPC, Jonathon Lamp and Melanie Ague-Beckett, MA, LPC, Advanced, Doctoral, S

3541

The Student Planning Profile: Linking Educational and Medical Assessments to Instructional Practices
Maureen A. Bradshaw, M.S.E., Ginger Grimsley, M.S., OTR-L and Mary Ann McIntyre, M.A., CCC-SLP

3594

Memoirs to Mom and Dad
Dena Gassner, MSW and Stephen M. Shore, Ed.D., Education

3618

Helping Parents to Create Comprehensive Intervention Plans for Home and School
Brenda Smith Myles, Ph.D., Kristi Sakai, Ruth Aspy, Ph.D., Barry G. Grossman, Ph.D. and Shawn A. Henry

3650

Work Place Bias - Dealing with Employer/Employee Issues at Work
Veronica Crawford, MA, -, Senior, Disability, Ana

3658

Reducing Stress and Restoring Energy
Ruth Elaine Hane, B.S., Reiki, Master/Teacher

3661

E-Learning: A Tool to Enhance Training
Sheila M. Smith, Ph.D. and Debbie Irish, DSW, Certificate

3663

The Social Language Development Test-Elementary
Linda Bowers, M.A., CCC-SLP, Rosemary Huisingh, M.A., CCC-SLP and Carolyn LoGiudice, M.A., CCC-SLP

3715

Individualized Support Project (ISP) Model: A Comprehensive Approach Supporting Young Children (0-3) with ASD
Pamelazita Buschbacher, Ed.D., CCC-SLP, Kate Gara, B.S., Child, Development, &, F and Roseann Adamo, B.S., Early, Childhood, and, C

3722

Recovery from Autism: A Position Paper
Jonathan Tarbox, Ph.D., BCBA, Doreen Granpeesheh, Ph.D., BCBA and Martha Herbert, MD, Ph.D.

3808

Skill Development and Transition Planning: Do Adults Have Desirable, Enviable Outcomes?
Karen Bowen Dahle, Ed.D., NCC, CCMHC, NCSP, LPC and Joe Carter, M.A.

Exhibit Hall Break down- Exhibitors Only

Break

3201

Single Parenting Plus
Cynthia Moore, Mother, Advocate, Friend and Brittany Richardson, Sibiling, of, an, ASD, child

3290

Teaching Employability Skills to Individuals with ASD: A Synthesis of the Literature
Kyle D. Bennett, MS, BCBA and Charles Dukes, Ed.D., BCBA

3450

Preparing for Success in Adult Life for People with Autism
Stephen M. Shore, Ed.D., Education

3487

Show Me How You Feel: Social and Affective Behavioral Skills Tools
R. Wayne Gilpin and Kathy Kelchner, M.Ed.

3527

How to Get Your Kids to Eat: Practical Strategies for Addressing Food Aversions
Lori A. Ernsperger, Ph.D., Special, Education

3584

ABA and Biomedical Interventions to Facilitate Improvements Among Children with Autism: A Dual Approach (1.5 BCBA continuing education units available)
Doreen Granpeesheh, Ph.D., BCBA and Lauren W. Underwood, Ph.D.

3609

Social Mentoring for Students with Asperger's Syndrome and Learning Differences
Michael McManmon, Dr. and Debra Jacoby, PsyD, BCBA

3671

Mom, I Want to Slow Dance: Social Supports in Middle School
Maria T. Blanco, M., Ed., ABD

3681

Be Your Child's Play Coach
Fern Sussman, B.A.;DSPA

3737

Teaching the Hidden Curriculum of Sexuality: Guiding Adolescents
Kristi Sakai

ASA Board Meeting (Closed)

Tuesday, July 8, 2008

8:00 AM-5:00 PM

1:00 PM-5:00 PM

Wednesday, July 9, 2008

7:30 AM-5:00 PM

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9:00 AM-5:00 PM

9:30 AM-5:00 PM

12:00 PM-1:30 PM

6:00 PM-7:30 PM

6:00 PM-9:00 PM

Thursday, July 10, 2008

7:30 AM-4:00 PM

8:15 AM-10:00 AM

8:15 AM-5:15 PM

10:00 AM-6:00 PM

10:30 AM-12:00 PM

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11:30 AM-12:30 PM

12:00 PM-1:30 PM

12:30 PM-1:45 PM

1:45 PM-2:15 PM

2:15 PM-3:30 PM

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4:00 PM-5:15 PM

5:30 PM-6:45 PM

Friday, July 11, 2008

7:30 AM-3:30 PM

7:30 AM-5:00 PM

8:15 AM-10:00 AM

10:00 AM-10:45 AM

10:00 AM-5:30 PM

10:45 AM-12:00 PM

12:00 PM-1:30 PM

1:45 PM-3:00 PM

3:00 PM-3:30 PM

3:30 PM-4:45 PM

5:00 PM-6:00 PM

6:00 PM-11:00 PM

Saturday, July 12, 2008

7:30 AM-11:30 AM

7:30 AM-5:00 PM

8:15 AM-10:00 AM

9:00 AM-1:30 PM

10:00 AM-10:45 AM

10:45 AM-12:00 PM

12:00 PM-1:00 PM

12:00 PM-1:30 PM

1:00 PM-2:15 PM

1:30 PM-5:00 PM

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