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5912 Intensive Case Management for Adults with Asperger's
Thursday, July 26, 2012: 10:45 AM-12:15 PM
Pacific Salon 1 (Town and Country Resort and Convention Center)
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Many adults with Asperger Syndrome wind up receiving case management services from community based mental health systems. They are approved for services due to increases in their co-occurring mental health issues (OCD/anxiety/depression) however, many of these providers do not understand the unique differences an ASD condition creates. This presentation will help participants to understand the differences ASDs create, the language to explain this to providers and providers will learn how to empower clients with ASDs.
Learning Objectives:
- Parents and providers will learn why standard case management support is insufficient for individuals with ASD.
- Parents and providers will learn what facets of autism conditions demand greater focus and support.
- Parents and providers will understand why more intensive supports may be required despite the outward appearance of the individual.
- Participants will understand the missing facets of self-awareness needed as a foundation for progress.
Content Area: Long-term Services and Support
Presenter:
Dena Gassner, Ph.D., student
Director Center for Understanding
Dena Gassner
Dena is the Director of the Center for Understanding, providing training and information worldwide. Boards for the Arc US, GRASP and the Autism Society benefit from her unique expertise. Wife, mother and non-traditional Ph.D. student at Adelphi University, she's living an authentic life including--not separate from--her own autistic identity.
