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3702 Common Issues in Autism Spectrum/ Non Spectrum Marriages
Saturday, July 12, 2008: 10:45 AM-12:00 PM
Sun Ballroom D (Gaylord Palms Resort & Convention Center)
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Dr. Donnelly and Mrs. Moreno are both involved in marriages that are within the scope of this presentation. Mrs. Moreno has been married for 38 years and Dr. Donnelly is a newlywed. Part of the reason she married her husband was because of, not in spite of, his ASD traits. The object of this presentation will be offering solutions for successful marriages. This presentation will be helpful to NS spouses of individuals with AS and for counselors. Cassandra Syndrome and its effect on those offering counseling will be discussed. Handouts will include “Advice for Spouses” and “Advice for Counselors.”
Learning Objectives:
- Most Stressful Issues for Non-Spectrum Spouses
- Solutions to every day problems in a Non-Spectrum/Autism Spectrum Partnership
- Advice for Non-Spectrum Spouses
- Effective Counseling Techniques for Non-Spectrum Spouses
Content Area: Social Skills
Presenters:
Susan J. Moreno, M.A.
Director, MAAP Services for Autism and Asperger Syndrome
MAAP Services for Autism and Asperger Syndrome
Susan Moreno is the Founder and CEO of MAAP Services for Autism, has authored three books, and has been a keynote presenter at two previous Autism Society Annual Conferences. She holds a Master's Degree in Applied Behavioral Science and also serves as an Ally for the Autism Society of Indiana.
Julie A. Donnelly, Ph.D.
Autism Consultant
Project ACCESS
Julie Donnelly has a Ph.D. in Special Education and over 30 years of teaching and autism consulting experience. Julie teaches university classes and works for Project ACCESS, the Missouri educational autism agency. Dr. Donnelly speaks and publishes nationally and internationally. She is the mother of Jean-Paul Bovee, who experiences autism.
