A Day with the Experts
9th Annual Day With The Experts
***Thank you for the great day in January 2013. In case you couldn’t attend, the link to previous events is:
http://www.waisman.wisc.edu/cedd/autism/
Hosted by the Autism Society of South Central Wisconsin and the
Waisman Center, University of Wisconsin-Madison
Sponsored by the Friends of the Waisman Center
Saturday, January 28, 2012
9:00 a.m. – 1:45 p.m.
(Complimentary coffee & bagels at 8:30 a.m.)
Friends of the Waisman Center Auditorium
1500 Highland Avenue, Madison WI 53705
Check out this link for complete details:
http://www.waisman.wisc.edu/~palumbo/autism2012.pdf
During “Autism: A Day with the Experts,” participants can learn about some of the latest advances in autism research from some of the world-class professors and practitioners at the University of Wisconsin-Madison and the Waisman Center. Attendees also hear firsthand from a panel of experts—individual(s) diagnosed with ASD and their families.
Past participants have given a strong endorsement for the Day with the Experts as an event for people seeking “user-friendly” information. In the words of one parent, “Day with the Experts last year was great in that it covered areas less worded in ‘academia’ and more applicable for parents and teachers.”
“A Day with the Experts” is hosted by the Autism Society of South Central Wisconsin and the Waisman Center, University of Wisconsin-Madison, with support from the Friends of the Waisman Center.
When is the “A Day With The Experts” for 2013? It was 1/28/12 last year but no info reguarding this year. I am a parent with an adult son (28) with Autism w/Epilepsy and have been having a difficult time with Social Security. Constantly at odds as to his statue. Was found by a judge in 2007 to be legally “disabled” due to his Autism w/Epilepsy. Since he works a job in Wisconsin Dells since 14(after school) and then 5 months out of the year since graduation. Social Security keeps putting him on then taking him off, due to his work status. Just frustrating. Need help. Tired of continously filling out the same forms, again and again, when he has had the same status since birth and the same summer job since 1999! The system is not designed for adults with autism and have run out of program for Adults when everything out there is for children and when they turn 18, NOTHING! No support mentally or physically. Michael and Debbie Tavenner(frustration and worn out parents)
This year’s Day with the Experts is THIS coming Saturday, January 26 at the Waisman Center from 8 a.m.-2 p.m. I have included a schedule of the day and the events here. If you have any questions, please let me know at autismmadison@gmail.com. This year’s themes are ASD and adolescence along with ASD and other diagnosed disorders. Please let me know if you want to register. Thanks.
Susannah
SAVE THE DATE: Waisman Center Day with the Experts: Autism
Hosted by the Autism Society of South Central Wisconsin
and the Waisman Center, University of Wisconsin-Madison
Sponsored by the Friends of the Waisman Center
Waisman Center Day with the Experts: Autism
Participants will learn about the latest advances in autism research, and will
hear firsthand from a panel of experts—individual(s) diagnosed with ASD and
their families.
Saturday, January 26, 2013
9:00 a.m. – 1:45 p.m.
(Complimentary coffee & bagels at 8:30 a.m.)
Friends of the Waisman Center Auditorium
1500 Highland Avenue, Madison WI 53705
•9:00 a.m.–9:30 a.m. Welcome and Introduction to the Waisman Center
Marsha Mailick, PhD, Director, Waisman Center
•9:30 a.m.–10:15 a.m. Psychiatric Comorbidity in Children, Adolescents, and
Adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder
Janet Lainhart, MD, Professor, Department of Psychiatry
Depression, anxiety, inattention, and other neuropsychiatric conditions occur
commonly in children, adolescents, and adults with autism. These conditions add
substantial burden to affected individuals and their families and are
challenging for researchers and clinicians. The conditions make it difficult for
parents, schools, community service providers, and clinicians to improve the
lives and outcomes of affected individuals. Lack of understanding of these
conditions in ASD may also be a barrier to more complete elucidation of the
causes of autism. This talk will address neuropsychiatric comorbidity: what it
is, why it is frequent in individuals with ASD, how it can be treated, and the
difference treatment can make.
• 10:15 a.m.–11:00 a.m. Update on Prevalence Trends and Risk Factors for Autism
Spectrum Disorder
Maureen Durkin, PhD, DrPH, Professor, Departments of Population Health Sciences
& Pediatrics
This talk will provide an update on trends in the prevalence of autism spectrum
disorders. Associations between autism and risk factors such as pregnancy
complications, parental age, birth order, gene mutations, socioeconomic status
and co-occurring disabilities will also be described. Local, national and
international trends based on the most recent data from the Autism and
Developmental Disabilities Monitoring Network and other sources will also be
presented.
•11:00 a.m.–11:15 a.m. What is the Autism Society?
Susannah Peterson, Executive Director, Autism Society of South Central Wisconsin
•11:15 p.m.–12:00 noon LUNCH—Optional, $5 box lunches (Cousins Subs) available
for purchase. Gluten free options available.
•12:00 noon–12:45 p.m. Community Support to People with Autism and Challenging
Behaviors
Paul White, MA, Director, Community TIES, Waisman Center
The Waisman Center Community TIES program has provided outreach behavioral
support to persons with psychological, behavioral and emotional challenges for
more than 26 years. This presentation will offer an overview of practical
strategies for families and their community support teams to consider in
providing such support to people with autism.
•12:45 p.m.–1:45 p.m. PANEL DISCUSSION—A panel of experts that includes
individuals with ASD and family members.
Capacity is limited, please pre-register to attend the event at the Waisman Center.
To register go to: http://www.waisman.wisc.edu/events/experts/
For additional details call (608) 263-5837 or email to palumbo@waisman.wisc.edu