ISSUES IMPACTING SIBLINGS OF CHILDREN WITH AUTISM SPECTRUM DISORDERS

ISSUES IMPACTING SIBLINGS OF CHILDREN WITH AUTISM SPECTRUM DISORDERSnWednesday, February 20, 2019 12:00-1:30pm nHoward County Autism Societyn9770 Patuxent Woods DrivenColumbia, MD 21046nThe presenter is Katie Kane, Psy.D., Clinical Director of Autism Services, Division of Pediatric Psychology & Neuropsychology at Mt. Washington Pediatric Hospital. This workshop will review a range of issues that children who have siblings with autism spectrum disorders may face, including the impact on their emotional and behavioral functioning, as well as social and relationship factors. How these issues may change throughout the developmental lifespan will also be discussed. Additionally, factors such as gender, severity of ASD presentation, culture, and comorbid diagnoses will be reviewed. The workshop intends to be relevant to parents and educators of children of all ages and will include an opportunity for questions and further discussion. To register for this free workshop sponsored by Pathfinders for Autism and Howard County Autism Society please visit https://app.etapestry.com/cart/PathfindersforAutism/default/item.php?ref=843.0.931121545.