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January 12, 2012
Can you think of anyone personally affected by autism? If you can, you’re not alone.
About 2 million people in the U.S. are diagnosed with autism. Though symptoms and severity vary, all autism disorders affect a child’s ability to communicate and interact with others.
While there is no cure for autism, intensive, early diagnosis and treatment can make a big difference in the lives of many children with the disorder.
On Feb. 25, between 7:30 a.m. and 4:45 p.m., experts in the field of autism will gather on the campus of the Adena Medical Center to present new developments in treating autism, particularly the importance of a team approach.
Among those is Dr. Stephen Shore, who was nearly institutionalized as a child after he was diagnosed with “atypical development and strong autistic tendencies."
Unable to speak until the age of four, he now is a professor at Adelphi University in Long Island, NY, where he is doing research on matching best practices to the needs of people with autism.
Other presenters are Jim Ball, a board-certified behavior analyst and president of the National Autism Society; Dr. Patricia Wright, Easter Seals National Director of Autism Services; and Dr. Teasha-Lee Frattarelli, who has a special interest in developmental behavioral pediatrics.
Next month’s symposium in the PACCAR Medical Education Center is being organized by Adena Rehabilitation in collaboration with the Pioneer Center, Easter Seals, Autism Society and the Ohio Coalition for the Education of Children and Disabilities.
The event is focused on establishing a standard practice for autism diagnosis, treatment and available resources for intervention. It also aims to inform and educate medical care providers, teachers and community members about a team approach for individuals that are affected by autism.
Visit www.adenapaccar.com to register and contact Monica Copp at 740-779-8821 or email at mcopp@adena.org, if you have questions.
About 2 million people in the U.S. are diagnosed with autism. Though symptoms and severity vary, all autism disorders affect a child’s ability to communicate and interact with others.
While there is no cure for autism, intensive, early diagnosis and treatment can make a big difference in the lives of many children with the disorder.
On Feb. 25, between 7:30 a.m. and 4:45 p.m., experts in the field of autism will gather on the campus of the Adena Medical Center to present new developments in treating autism, particularly the importance of a team approach.
Among those is Dr. Stephen Shore, who was nearly institutionalized as a child after he was diagnosed with “atypical development and strong autistic tendencies."
Unable to speak until the age of four, he now is a professor at Adelphi University in Long Island, NY, where he is doing research on matching best practices to the needs of people with autism.
Other presenters are Jim Ball, a board-certified behavior analyst and president of the National Autism Society; Dr. Patricia Wright, Easter Seals National Director of Autism Services; and Dr. Teasha-Lee Frattarelli, who has a special interest in developmental behavioral pediatrics.
Next month’s symposium in the PACCAR Medical Education Center is being organized by Adena Rehabilitation in collaboration with the Pioneer Center, Easter Seals, Autism Society and the Ohio Coalition for the Education of Children and Disabilities.
The event is focused on establishing a standard practice for autism diagnosis, treatment and available resources for intervention. It also aims to inform and educate medical care providers, teachers and community members about a team approach for individuals that are affected by autism.
Visit www.adenapaccar.com to register and contact Monica Copp at 740-779-8821 or email at mcopp@adena.org, if you have questions.
