LESSONS from the FIELD: Autism Series

The 2008-09 Lessons from the Field series focused on Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD). CECMH decided to focus this series on autism based upon the feedback from attendees at the previous year's workshop series. Workshops included the following topics: neurobiological foundations of autism, early diagnosis and intervention, multidisciplinary interventions, and complementary alternative interventions. An evening workshop for parents and families included sessions on the basics of ASD, services, interventions, and transitions for the autistic child.

Workshops:

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November 21, 2008
Foundations of Autism (click for more information)
Presenters:
Scott Selleck, M.D., Ph.D.
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Michael Reiff, M. D.
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February 12, 2009
Early Identification and Intervention (click for more information)
Keynote Presenter: Wendy Stone, Ph.D.
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Presenters: Mary Hunt and Pat Pulice
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April 14, 2009
Multi-disciplinary Intervention (click here for more information)
Keynote Presenter: Dr. Randi Hagerman, M.I.N.D. Institute, UCDavis
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Co-Presenter: Amy Esler, Ph.D.
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May 13, 2009
Integrative Medicine (click here for more information)
Keynote Presenter: Lawrence Rosen, M.D.
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Co-Presenter: Allison Golnik, M.D.
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Invited Panelists:
Dr. Nimi Singh and Dr. David Wallinga
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Parent Workshop: March 26, 2009
6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Location: Wilder Complex (formerly Wilder School)
3345 Chicago Ave S, Minneapolis

Sponsors

University of MN's Center for Excellence in Children's Mental Health*
in partnership with:
Center for Neurobehavioral Development, UMN
Center for Advanced Studies in Child Welfare, UMN
Autism Initiative, UMN

Co-Sponsors:
ABCDII/Great Start MN Project, MN DHS CMH Division
Fraser Child and Family Center
Minnesota Adoption Support and Preservation (MNASAP)

*This forum has been developed with the support of Federal Title IV-E
Funding, Minnesota Department of Human Services, Contract #439481

QUESTIONS
If you have questions, please contact Ellen Lepinski (lepin008@umn.edu or 612-625-6527).