In her presentation, Shannon talks about competing sensory needs: what they are and how they appear. She describes how to address access conflicts and the strategies that will not help resolve sensory conflicts. Another important topic discussed in the presentation is the self-care for caregivers after managing an access conflict. Presented at the Virtual Summit: Sensory Health in Autism June 14-16, 2023
The views expressed in the following presentation are those of the presenter and do not necessarily reflect those of STAR Institute.
Level: Introductory
Length: 1 hour
Timeframe for access: Once you first choose to "Launch" this course, you will have 45 days to access the content as often as you like. Your 45-day window for access will not begin until you first click the "Launch" button.
Presenter:
Shannon Des Roches Rosa
Senior Editor
Shannon is the senior editor of Thinking Person's Guide to Autism, an autism information and advocacy nexus. Her writing can be found in The Washington Post and Spectrum News, among other places. She lives in California with her fascinatingly neurodiverse family.
Presenter Disclosures:
· Financial: Shannon received an honorarium for this presentation.
· Non-financial: Shannon and three family members are autistic. She is a member of Thinking Person’s Guide to Autism referenced in this presentation.
Who should attend:
Occupational therapists, occupational therapy assistants, physical therapists, speech language pathologists, educators, child development specialists, mental health professionals, parents, caregivers, and other individuals seeking a better understanding of Sensory Processing in Autism.
Instructional Methods:
PowerPoint Lecture, Discussion
Cancellation Policy:
Because this program is recorded and accessible at your convenience, cancellations are not typically accepted. Please contact education@sensoryheatlh.org if you have any questions or concerns.
Do you have a disability that would require special accommodation?
Please contact us at education@sensoryhealth.org and describe how we can help accommodate your needs.
The views expressed in the following presentation are those of the presenter and do not necessarily reflect those of STAR Institute.