Autism Spectrum Disorders

Kennedy Krieger Institute
3901 Greenspring Avenue
Creamer Building
Third Floor, Large Conference Room
Baltimore, MD 21211

ABOUT THE EVENT:

This session will review the indications for prescribing psychiatric medications to treat symptoms such as hyperactivity, inattention, aggression, and anxiety in children with autism spectrum disorder. The presentation will cover the basic classes of medications prescribed including their efficacy and side effects.

Kennedy Krieger Institute
3901 Greenspring Avenue
Creamer Building
Third Floor, Large Conference Room
Baltimore, MD 21211 

ABOUT THE EVENT:

Dr. Mostofsky will discuss motor function in patients with autism, its association with social behavior, and the resulting implications for treatment.

Presenter: Stewart Mostofsky, MD

The Center for Autism and Related Disorders Presents their 4th Annual ROAR Distinguished Scholar Lecture

Context Matters: Implementing Evidence-based Practices for Children with Autism in Public Schools

Kennedy Krieger Institute
3901 Greenspring Avenue
Creamer Building
Third Floor, Large Conference Room
Baltimore, MD 21211 

ABOUT THE EVENT:

This scientific lecture is designed for researchers and professionals.

The Center for Autism and Related Disorders Presents their 4th Annual ROAR Distinguished Scholar Lecture

Context Matters: Implementing Evidence-based Practices for Children with Autism in Public Schools

Kennedy Krieger Institute
3901 Greenspring Avenue
Creamer Building
Third Floor, Large Conference Room
Baltimore, MD 21211 

The Center for Autism and Related Disorders Presents their 4th Annual ROAR Distinguished Scholar Lecture

Context Matters: Implementing Evidence-based Practices for Children with Autism in Public Schools

Kennedy Krieger Institute
3901 Greenspring Avenue
Creamer Building
Third Floor, Large Conference Room
Baltimore, MD 21211 

Kennedy Krieger Institute
3901 Greenspring Avenue
Creamer Building
Third Floor, Large Conference Room
Baltimore, MD 21211

ABOUT THE EVENT:

Objectives: 

1. To identify the visual, language, social, and narrative complexities that are present in many children's books and that present challenges to children's ability to learn through book sharing activities 

2.  To describe strategies that parents and teachers can use during book sharing that enhance children's engagement and learning 

Kennedy Krieger Institute
3901 Greenspring Avenue
Creamer Building
Third Floor, Large Conference Room
Baltimore, MD 21211

Kennedy Krieger Institute
3901 Greenspring Avenue
Creamer Building
Third Floor, Large Conference Room
Baltimore, MD 21211 

ABOUT THE EVENT:

An explanation of the services and programs offered by The Parents’ Place of Maryland and in particular the Families as Faculty Program. Come hear how you can have an influence on future doctors and policymakers by sharing your experiences with medical students and others during a home visit.

Presenter: Kelly Meissner

Kennedy Krieger Institute
3901 Greenspring Avenue
Creamer Building
Third Floor, Large Conference Room
Baltimore, MD 21211

ABOUT THE EVENT:

This presentation will highlight benefits of camp experience to individuals living with autism and their families. Participants will learn why they should consider sending children and adults to a summer camp, what to look for in a camp program, appropriate age to send a child to a camp, realistic expectations and some funding resources.