Content Area: Life Skills (44th Annual Autism Society National Conference and Exposition)

Life Skills

Thursday, July 11, 2013

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11:00 AM-12:15 PM

6120

Oral Healthcare For The Individual With Autism
Robert E. Rada, D.D.S.

6312

Triggers In Dysregulation: Self-Advocates Share Their Experiences and Solutions
Dena Gassner, LMSW and Chloe M. Rothschild

6066

A Caregiver's Guide To Teaching Self-Care With Flair!
Bhanu Raghavan, OTR/L and Ginger McDonald, OTR/L

6620

Emergency Experts Advocate For Autism Safety In The Community: The Safe and Sound Initiative
Jimmy Donohoe, William Cannata Jr. and John J. McGonigle, Ph.D.

6540

From Tantrum To Tragedy: Prevention, Advocacy and Treatment Of Aggression In ASD
C. Rick Ellis, Ed.D

6571

Social Stories: Breaking New Ground To Address Life's Most Challenging Topics
Carol Gray, B.S.

6510

Toilet Training Your Child With Autism: Strategies For Success
Judith A. Coucouvanis, M.A., PMHCNS-BC

1:30 PM-2:45 PM

6266

Finding The Gifts In Autism and Asperger's
Larry D. Moody, P.E., BSCE

6589

How To Create "Win-Win" Relationships With Our Faith Communities
Stephanie Hubach, Emily Colson, Shannon Royce and Lisa Simmons

6355

Rock Your Play
Fern Sussman, SLP

6611

Safety and Travel: The Road To Community
Linda Walder Fiddle, Esq., Patricia Wright, Ph.D., MPH and B. Madeleline Goldfarb

6439

Senses and Sensibilities: An Inside View On Sensory Issues Towards Greater Understanding
Stephen M. Shore, Ed.D.

6577

Supporting Youth In Transition and Adults With Autism At Home and In Daily Living/Residential Settings
Valerie Paradiz, Ph.D

6438

Sweetening The Pie -- Enhancing Social Reinforcement For Learners With Autism
Steven R. Wertz, M.Div., BCBA

3:15 PM-4:30 PM

6267

Destination Friendship: A Model To Developing Friendships In Individuals With ASD
Alice Womer, M.S., CCC-SLP, Carol Hollis, M.Ed., BCBA, Mary Benton, M.Ed., BCBA and Kelly Mahler, M.S., OTR/L

6384

The Language Of Exercise: Movements Impact On Language Development
David S. Geslak, B.S., CSCS, ACSM-HFS

6395

Utilizing Applied Behavior Analysis To Facilitate Social Skill Development In Adolescents Within Group Settings
Gina L. Mackin, MSW/LSW

Friday, July 12, 2013

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9:00 AM-10:15 AM

6501

Developing Effective Self-Advocacy Skills For People On The Autism Spectrum
Stephen M. Shore, Ed.D.

6348

Developing a Best-Practices Approach To Teaching Sexual Safety To ASD Individuals
Mary Joann Lang, Ph.D., ABPN, BCBA-D

6469

Effective Mental Health Supports For Students With Asperger's Disorder In Higher Education
Kerrie Harris, M.A. and Bianca Hynes, B.A.

6410

Peer-Mediated Supports For College Students With Autism Spectrum Disorder
Julia Grayer, B.A. and Felicia Hurewitz, Ph.D.

6376

The Importance Of Teaching Resilience
June Groden, Ph.D.

6380

The Power Of Exercise
David S. Geslak, B.S., CSCS, ACSM-HFS

1:45 PM-3:00 PM

6617

Don't Just Customize, Personalize: Innovative Ipad APP Implementation For Unique Learners
Jonathan Izak and Melanie Johnston, MA, SLP

6289

Teaching Hygiene: A FUN Approach With a Focus On Social Understanding
Kelly Mahler, M.S., OTR/L

6326

Using ABA To Address Picky Eating In Children With Autism
Melissa Olive, Ph.D., BCBA-D

3:30 PM-4:45 PM

6135

Turn It On: Using Movies, Movie Shorts, and Youtube As Social Cognition Material
Anna Vagin

6562

Bereavement and Autism: A Universal Event With Unique Challenges
Brian A. Wong, B.A.

6317

Getting My Own Address
Linda Ronan Brown, J.D.

6479

Multi-Disciplinary Approach To Sustainable Employment For Young Adults On The Autism Spectrum
Leslie Boyle and Laurie Collins, RPN

6503

Using Ipad�s To Increase Independence For Transitioning Students and Adults With ASD
Melanie Johnston, MA, SLP

Saturday, July 13, 2013

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8:00 AM-9:15 AM

6421

Collaboration Conundrum: Mastering Group Projects At School and Beyond
Christopher S. Wyatt, Ph.D.

6304

Making Talking Visible: Six Conversation Kits For Speech, Mental Health and Teaching
Joel Shaul, LCSW

6378

Teaching Children With ASD To Use Language For Reasoning and Problem-Solving
Janice Nathan, M.S., CCC-SLP

11:15 AM-12:30 PM

6049

Autism Spectrum Disorders and Public Safety Considerations: Guidance For Families, Caregivers and Self-Advocates
Scott Campbell

6409

Defining Autism: From Nonverbal To National Speaker
Kerry Magro, M.A.

6210

Finding Your Own Way To Grieve: Supporting Those On The Spectrum In Grief and Loss
Karla Helbert, LPC

6489

Social Skllls & Emotional Regulation Training: Experiences Running Secret Agent Society Program
Debbie Irish, DSW and Kristina Kelley-Walsh

1:30 PM-2:45 PM

6301

Fantasy Enthrallment In Children With High Functioning Autism: Manifestations and Practice Considerations
Joel Shaul, LCSW

6561

Nine Essential Ingredients In Maintaining a Successful Relationship: ASD Edition
Lindsey A. Nebeker, B.A.

6080

Practical Strategies To Address Executive Function Deficits In Individuals With Autism Spectrum Disorder
Rebecca A. Moyes, M.Ed.

6599

Sleep Issues For People With Autism
David F. Hamrick, M.S.

6578

The Power Of Personal Outcomes
Becky Hansen, M.A.

6129

Using Technology To Teach Social Skills To Individuals With Autism Spectrum Disorder
Kathy Ralabate Doody, Ph.D.