WATCH Wellness Workshop November 2015:

Making sense of the Autism Spectrum

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Autism is a spectrum disorder, meaning there is a wide degree of variation in the way it affects people. Every child on the autism spectrum has unique abilities, symptoms and challenges. This workshop is designed to help mental health professionals, parents and caregivers understand the varying degrees of autism and the ways in which children that are on the spectrum can be treated and helped.

Workshop participants were asked to share resources for families and children affected by Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Their responses have been compiled into an easy-to-use document. Click here to learn about some of the ASD resources available for families in Denton County:
Resources for Autism Spectrum Disorder.

Panel discussion on Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)

Panelists:

Kristy Hundt, parent advocate

Lisa Y. Pierce, MD, PA, Child, Adolescent, and Adult Psychiatrist

Tara Pierce, MEd, MS, LPC, School Counselor at Lewisville High School – Killough Campus

Aimee Vafaie, MD, Pediatrician, Cook Children’s Physician Network – Flower Mound

Clinical features of ASD in children

Presented by:

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Lisa Y. Pierce, MD, PA
Child, Adolescent, and Adult Psychiatrist

Presentation materials:

Clinical Update on Autism Spectrum Disorders

Practical applications and interventions for children with ASD

Presented by:

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Mary Villarreal, MA, OTR
Journey Pediatric Rehabilitation and Journey Learning Center

Presentation materials:

“Making sense of the Autism Spectrum” was presented on November 6, 2015 at Lewisville Independent School District’s Special Services Building.