Topic 1.1: Multimedia Illustrations

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3-year-old Rage is Learning to Speak Using his PECS book Watch as Speech-Language Pathologist, Brittany Fleming, and Occupational Therapist, Valerie Holiga encourage Rage to communicate using his Picture Exchange Communication System (PECS). 2:43 View
ABA Therapy - Joint Attention, Imitation, and Following Directions Demonstrates ABA therapy session focusing on imitation, joint attention, and following simple instructions using positive reinforcement. 0:36 View
ABA Therapy - Play In this video Daniel learns to copy the actions of another person. This is a foundation skill that children use when playing with others. 3:14 View
Auditory Processing and ASD Sophie Schwartz, PhD is a postdoctoral research fellow and project manager for the Predicting and Optimizing Language Outcomes research program at Boston University Center for Autism Research Excellence. Learn about emerging research on the role of auditory processing in autism spectrum disorders. 1:00:01 View
ABA Therapy - Social Engagement In this video Daniel learns to practice social engagement with the therapist. This is a foundation skill that children use when playing with others. 1:23 View
Immunological Issues in ASD - Gestational Influences Judy Van de Water, Ph.D. describes gestational influences on neurodevelopment.

Dr. Van de Water joined the faculty in the Department of Internal Medicine at the University of California, Davis in 1999. In 2000, she also joined the faculty of the newly formed UC Davis M.I.N.D. Institute when she began her research on the immunobiology of autism. Dr. Van de Water’s laboratory pursues research programs pertaining to autoimmune and clinical immune-based disorders including the biological aspects of autism spectrum disorders. The application of Dr. Van de Water’s immunopathology background has been instrumental in the dissection of the immune anomalies noted in some individuals with autism, and in the differentiation of various autism behavioral phenotypes at a biological level.

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Overview: Medical Comorbidities and ASD In this brief overview, neurologist Margaret Bauman, MD summarizes symptoms and signs of medical comorbidities that frequently occur, but may go unrecognized, in patients diagnosed with ASD. While the underlying cause of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is generally unknown, scientists suspect that it is a multifactorial condition affecting multiple body systems. From Autism Research Institute. 8:36 View
Support for Individuals with ASD: Coping with Family and Virtual Interactions During COVID-19 Learn skills to manage day-to-day, resources for virtual social interactions, and general guidelines about coping with the lockdown for individuals with ASD and their families.

Aarti Nair, Ph.D., is a postdoctoral scholar in the Dapretto Lab at the Ahmanson-Lovelace Brain Mapping Center. From Autism Research Institute.

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Stepping Out: Family Outings with Young Children with Autism Dr. Katie Wolfe and Dr. Hedda Meadan will provide strategies professionals can use to support families who experience challenges during outings. The presenters will share information about safety and social concerns related to outings with children with autism. In addition, Drs. Wolfe and Meadan will promote building a family’s confidence to support their children. From the Military Families Learning Network. 1:27:43 View
The P.L.A.Y. Project - A Home Visit (Autism Therapy) Part 1 In this video a PLAY Project Consultant coaches dad (and mom) on techniques to help keep their little boy engaged. The P.L.A.Y. Project is a proven therapy program for children with autism. PLAY Project therapists train parents to help children connect, communicate, and build relationships with others. 6:10 View
The P.L.A.Y. Project - A Home Visit (Autism Therapy) Part 2 This is an example of a PLAY Project home visit. The PLAY Consultant is modeling for and simultaneously coaching the child's mom on the best techniques to keep the little boy engaged. The P.L.A.Y. Project is a proven therapy program for children with autism. PLAY Project therapists train parents to help children connect, communicate, and build relationships with others. 4:35 View
Welcome to the Group: Inclusion for Young Children with Autism Learn how young children with autism can be included in preschool and childcare programs in this session with Dr. Mandy Rispoli and Dr. Hedda Meadan. What inclusion is and its benefits will be discussed. Drs. Rispoli and Meadan will provide information about environmental modifications that may help children with autism in group settings. From the Military Families Learning Network. 1:25:06 View
What Do We Know: Autism Screening, Diagnosis, & Supporting Young Children & Families Dr. Hedda Meadan will lead us through the process of diagnosing autism. The prevalence of autism, early signs, and the screening and diagnosis process will also be covered. In addition, Dr. Meadan will discuss strategies for supporting families during this time. From the Military Families Learning Network. 1:32:40 View
Yuck! I Don’t Eat That! Nutrition & Selective Eating in Young Children with Autism In this webinar, Dr. Jamie Pearson and Dr. Hedda Meadan will discuss common challenges families of children with autism face related to diet, nutrition, and selective eating. Drs. Pearson and Meadan will talk about the effects of dietary preferences and limitations. They will also share strategies for helping children eat a more balanced, nutritious diet. From the Military Families Learning Network. 1:27:11 View