#3523- Girls with Autism Spectrum Disorders: Focus on Gender Differences Between Males and Females

The ASA's 39th National Conference on Autism Spectrum Disorders of ASA

The Westin Kierland Resort & Spa, Scottsdale, AZ

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Thursday, July 10, 2008: 4:00 PM-5:15 PM
Tallahassee 1
#3523- Girls with Autism Spectrum Disorders: Focus on Gender Differences Between Males and Females

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During this session, the presenters will highlight the core gender differences between boys and girls on the autism spectrum. The focus of this presentation is to review the research on girls with autism spectrum disorders and provide effective insights and strategies for addressing specific issues which include the diagnosis, IEP planning, friendship making, bullying, dating and safety, and self-advocacy skills.
Presenters:	Lori A. Ernsperger, Ph.D., Special, Education, Autism and Behavioral Consulting, Autism Consultant - Dr. Ernsperger is the owner of Autism and Behavioral Consulting. She has 22 years of experience working as a classroom teacher, administrator, and behavioral consultant. She currently provides staff development and conference workshops to school district personnel and parents. Her new book is Girls Under the Umbrella of ASD. Danielle D. Wendel, Parent, Parent - Mrs. Wendel is the parent of an 13 year-old daughter with ASD and 10 year-old son.Danielle co-founded the Las Vegas AS/High Functioning Autism Support Group which she co-created to provide support and information to parents and professionals. She is the co-author of Girls Under the Umbrella of ASD.