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3295 Parenting on the Spectrum: A Survival Guide

Friday, July 11, 2008: 10:45 AM-12:00 PM

Sarasota 3 (Gaylord Palms Resort & Convention Center)

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Parenting children who fall on the autism spectrum brings a set of challenges most parents are unprepared to address. Research over the last two decades has helped address the learning strengths and needs of children with ASD. This session will provide parents with proactive strategies that can head off issues before they arise perhaps making parenting less stressful, more fulfilling and ultimately more successful. I Behavior management

A. addressing communication needs

a. decreases problem behavior

b. increases independence

B. rewards and punishment

II Physical Space management

A. whole house organization

a. dietary issues

b. sensory issues

c. toys/games

d. TV

B. child’s bedroom organization

III Schedules and time management A. visual schedules forever 1. pictures 2. print 3. portability 4. accessibility

IV Supporting academics A. integrated academic and behavior plans B. proactive planning

V Play and Social skill development

A. Intervention

a. group

b. individual

c. classroom

B. Pitfalls

a. Video games

b. Super heroes

c. Cartoons/TV

d. Too many toys

e. Not enough cognitive challenge

Learning Objectives:

The learner will demonstrate understanding of the parenting challenges.
The learner will demonstrate understanding of proactive parenting
The learner will demonstrate understanding of structuring the home to support positive outcomes.

Content Area: Family and Sibling Support

Presenter:

Lynn Adams, Ph.D., CCC-SLP
Autism Specialist
Effingham County Schools, Springfield, GA

Lynn Adams is an autism specialist. She is the author of two books about autism, and several journal articles. She taught at the university level,has presented at the ASHA Annual Convention more than 10 times, and she has presented at state level professional meetings in Tennessee, Missouri, Virginia, and Georgia.

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