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5167 Fatherhood Forum: A Panel Discussing the Special Contributions and Needs of Fathers

Saturday, July 10, 2010: 1:30 PM-2:45 PM

Cumberland EF (Hyatt Regency Dallas)

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What does a man do with a problem that he can't fix? Men and women often look at the same thing differently, and raising a child is no exception. This presentation will explore the male perspective on parenting a child on the autism spectrum. A panel of fathers, self-advocates and service providers will discuss what they are learning and strategies to increase the involvement of fathers and male role models in homes, communities, schools and Autism Society chapters.

· Panel chair will give a brief overview of the passions that fathers bring to raising a child on the spectrum and of some essential male-female differences as well as systemic obstacles.

· Panelists will be asked to share pivotal experiences as a father, self-advocate or service provider relating to the overall purpose of developing. Each panelist will share a few photos of family life via a PowerPoint presentation.

· Participants will be invited to react to what they have heard, share experiences and make suggestions to help develop the voices of fathers in the autism community.

· Panel chair will summarize and conclude the session.

Learning Objectives:

Participants will learn about the contributions of fathers and male role models to child development.
Participants will explore some of the obstacles to increasing male involvment in the development of children with autism.
Participants will learn strategies to increase male involvement.

Content Area: Life with Autism

Presenter:

Robert A. Naseef, Ph.D.
Alternative Choices

Robert Naseef, Ph.D., speaks and writes as a psychologist and father of an adult son with autism. He combines and integrates professional and personal perspectives focusing on families navigating the emotional landscape of raising a child with autism. He has a special interest in the psychology of men and fatherhood.

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