MUSM Autism in Rural Georgia Conference

Teresa Lindsey Burrell PhD Supporting Autistic Youth: Strategies for Social-Emotional Challenges, Feeding Difficulties, and Emotional Regulation Identify common triggers that contribute to maladaptive behaviors and implement proactive strategies to support positive behavioral outcomes Describe approaches for structuring mealtimes to promote successful feeding behaviors and increase food acceptance Learn how to effectively coach children in the use of coping strategies to improve emotional regulation Apply practical techniques to support children in managing challenging emotions, increasing flexibility, and developing self-regulation skills across settings Kayla Randall PhD BCBA-D Supporting Safe & Successful Days: Understanding and Preventing Challenging Behaviors in Autism Name and Describe challenging behaviors Describe risk factors which contribute to the development of challenging behavior Name and Describe the concepts of antecedents, observable behaviors, and consequences Explain a treatment approach for addressing challenging behaviors Shari Allen PharmD BCPP Medication Management in Autism Spectrum Disorder: A Guide for Patients, Caregivers, and Healthcare Professionals Describe the role of medications in the management of Autism Spectrum Disorder Identify common medication classes used in individuals with ASD Discuss the benefits, risks, and monitoring considerations associated with commonly prescribed medications in individuals with ASD Mercedes Madrid-Lowery LCSW Community Resiliency Model Explain the role of the Community Resiliency Model Discuss foundational content about the stress response Describe the importance of the "Resilient Zone" Introduce the six CRM skills Practice CRM skills independently Develop an individual resiliency plan