WOSEP - Events

Center for the Developing Mind Video Channel!

When: January 15, 2012
Where: You Tube

NEW! Center for the Developing Mind Video Channel!

We're pleased to announce a new YouTube video channel for Center for the Developing Mind. You can view it at youtube.com/user/developingmindcenter. We've also added a new Videos Link on the Center's website off the main menu at centerforthedevelopingmind.com/videos.php (under "Resources").

First up, check out Dr. Hess's new "Doc Tips". The first installment includes a brief video on navigating the Supermarket with Special Needs children.

Announcing Dr. Esther Hess's chapter on DIR/Floortime

When: January 25, 2012
Where: Book for purchase online www.routledgementalhealth.com

Play-Based Interventions for Children and Adolescents With Autism Spectrum Disorders explores the most recognized, researched, and practical methods for using play therapy with the increasing number of children diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASDs), and shows clincians how to integrate these methods into their practices. Using a diverse array of play-based approaches, the book brings together the voices of researchers and practicing clinicians who are successfully utilizing play and play-based interventions with children and adolescents on the autism spectrum. It also examines the neurobiological underpinnings of play in children on the autism spectrum and the overall effect of play on neuro-typical and neuro-atypical development. Finally, through careful integration of theory with real-world clinical case application, each chapter also shows clinicians how to incorporate a particular treatment approach and make it a viable and effective part of their work with this challenging clinical population.

Click here to download an order form and flyer

Announcing Dr. Esther Hess's chapter on DIR/Floortime presentations for Feb

When: January 25, 2012
Where: various

02/06/12 - Fort Lauderdale, FL at the Ft. Lauderdale Marriott North

02/07/12 - Fort Myers, FL at the Hilton Garden Inn

02/08/12 - Tampa, FL at the Best Western Bay Harbor Waterfront

02/13/12 - Phoenix, AZ at the Hilton Garden Inn Airport

02/14/12 - Tucson, AZ at the Radisson Suites Tucson

02/15/12 - Albuquerque, NM at the Holiday Inn and Suites

CHADD Parent 2 Parent training

When: January 26, 2012
Where: Westmark School, Encino

Do you want “state of the art” information about managing AD/HD in your family? Want to learn from other parents who have been down this road before you? A Parent to Parent class is the answer! 

SIGN UP TODAY! Click here to view the brochure and get registered.

Our next P2P: Thursdays beginning January 2012, 7-9 pm. Tuition:  149.00 for CHADD members

The course will provide educational information and support for individuals and families dealing with ADHD.  If you’ve been searching for a reliable source of information about ADHD this class is for you.

Family members  gain the ability to help their children navigate the hardships associated with the symptoms.  The emotional and practical knowledge gained will provide you with the power and ability to manage your familiy member’s ADHD.  In addition, a medical doctor and a special education attorney will lecture as guest speakers.  We encourage all adult family  members to attend.

Parent to Parent provides educational information and support for individuals and families dealing with AD/HD. Courses are offered in local communities throughout the country. The curriculum was developed by parents who have lived the experience, but who also have had access to the best researchers and practitioners in the country. The entire course includes 14 hours of class time and is usually offered as a seven week class, meeting for two hours, once a week. Each participant receives extensive resource materials. The curriculum includes information on:

 

• Overview of AD/HD


• Assessment to Multimodal Treatment


• Developing Parenting Strategies & Positive Behavior


• Interventions – Behavior Management, Part – I


• Strengthening Family Relationships – Behavior Management, Part II


• Educational Rights for Your Child with AD/HD


• Building an Education Team: Bridging the Gap


• Between Home and School


• Resiliency, Teen Challenges and Future Success

Contact Dr. Billi Bittan
San Fernando CHADD Coordinator
TEL: 855-DrBilli  or drbilli@attentionb.com

Two Sisters Quilts

When: February 2, 2012
Where: viewable online

http://community.webshots.com/user/QuilterBridget

This is the website where the quilts can be viewed.  There has been overwhelming support from the WOSEP community and the sisters are very grateful.  The teacher is undergoing a mastectomy early next month.  Following that will be the chemo. Through it all her biggest concern is for her students who can't understand why she isn't there with them every day.

The quilts will also be available at the next tea to be held on the first Sunday in May. Linda Andron is the sponsor and more details will be posted to WOSEP as soon as they are confirmed.

To purchase one of the beautiful quilts contact Jane njdubovy@yahoo.com

UCLA RESEARCH STUDY

When: February 2, 2012
Where: UCLA

UCLA RESEARCH STUDY seeks to understand children's thoughts and feelings about themselves, their sibling(s), and their place in the family Eligible participants are between 5 and 13 years of age and have a sibling with an autism spectrum disorder.
Participation involves:
• a 20-minute interview with the child
• parent completes a background information form and questionnaires about her/his children and her/himself

For more information,
call (310) 825-3478 or (310) 444-0111
or e-mail Drhess@centerforthedevelopingmind.com
or siblings@autism.ucla.edu