Is This Autism? Recognizing & Understanding the Less Obvious Presentations of Autism

Is This Autism? Recognizing & Understanding the Less Obvious Presentations of Autism Moderator: Patricia Mittelstadt, Ph.D., ABPdNSpeaker: Donna Henderson, Psy.D., The Stixrud Group, Silver Spring, MD$48 for AAPdN Members (20% Discount)$60 for Non-MembersFREE for Student Members$20 for Student Non-Members Over the past few decades, the prevalence of autism has risen from 1 in 150 to 1 in 44. This is due in part to our more sophisticated understanding of individuals who camouflage and thus have less obvious external presentations of autism. This wider understanding of autism began with females, who can present differently from their male counterparts and are at particular risk of being misdiagnosed and misunderstood. However, we now know that that the less obvious presentations of autism can also apply to clients throughout the gender spectrum. Recent research suggests that there are still significant numbers of undiagnosed autistics (of all genders) in various clinical populations and that accurate diagnosis can be life changing for this population. However, many clinicians, both novice and seasoned, continue to feel ill-equipped to recognize autism and/or to rely an outdated understanding of it. This workshop will provide clear and practical guidance for a neurodiversity-affirmative diagnostic process.This workshop will provide that clarity:Describe characteristics of individuals with a less obvious presentation of autism.Identify ways that autistic females can present differently from autistic males.Identify components of an effective social cognition assessment.Learning objectives:1. Describe characteristics of individuals with a less obvious presentation of autism.2. Identify ways that autistic females can present differently from autistic males.3. Identify components of an effective social cognition assessment. AAPdN Workshop Registration October 2022

2022-09-25T16:57:44-04:00September 25th, 2022|Categories: Events, Lectures|Tags: |

Are We Ready for College?

A clinical neuropsychologist since 1992, Dr. Henderson works with students from age seven through young adults. She is experienced with attention and learning disorders as well as social and emotional challenges that can affect a student both at home and at school. View Profile NEW EVENT!Location:Our Lady of Good Counsel High School17301 Old Vic Blvd, Olney, MD 20832Olney, MarylandTime: 7:00 pmNotes: Open to the public, free of charge  

2017-12-03T15:12:12-05:00December 3rd, 2017|Categories: Events, Lectures|Tags: |

APA Annual Convention | Denver, CO

For the past 20 years, Dr. Stixrud has been extensively involved in the training and supervision of psychologists and learning specialists. View Profile If you are attending the annual convention of the American Psychological Association in Denver this week, Dr. Mapou will be presenting an all-day workshop, “Evidence-Based Assessment of Learning Disabilities and ADHD in Older Adolescents and Adults” on Saturday August 6. To enroll, go to: http://www.apa.org/convention/ce/index.aspx Robb Mapou, Ph.D., ABPP Director, Adult Neuropsychology The Stixrud Group, Silver Spring, MD E-mail: [email protected] Web: https://stixrud.com/professional-staff/dr-robb-mapou/

2017-12-03T21:13:49-05:00November 29th, 2017|Categories: Events, Lectures|Tags: |

Ten Important Things to Know about Parenting Your Elementary School Child

For the past 20 years, Dr. Stixrud has been extensively involved in the training and supervision of psychologists and learning specialists. View Profile NEW EVENT! What: Ten Important Things to Know about Parenting Your Elementary School Child When: April 14, 2015;  7:00 pm Where: Brooke Grove Elementary School Notes: Open to the public

2017-12-03T21:37:35-05:00April 1st, 2015|Categories: Events, Lectures|Tags: |

Wired 24/7

For the past 20 years, Dr. Stixrud has been extensively involved in the training and supervision of psychologists and learning specialists. View Profile NEW EVENT! What: Wired 24/7 When: March 4, 2015;  6:30 pm Where: Edmund Burke School Notes: Open to the public

2017-12-03T21:30:02-05:00March 4th, 2015|Categories: Events, Lectures|

Neuropsychological evaluations with children and adolescents

For the past 20 years, Dr. Stixrud has been extensively involved in the training and supervision of psychologists and learning specialists. View Profile NEW EVENT! What: Stretching Kids Without Breaking Them:  Finding the “Sweet Spot” for Challenging and Inspiring Adolescents A Conversation Between Bill Stixrud and Clay Kaufman When: March 24, 2015;  7:00 pm – 8:30 pm Where: Siena School Notes: Open to the public

2017-12-03T21:31:37-05:00March 1st, 2015|Categories: Events, Lectures|Tags: |

Stress Management and the Adolescent Brain

For the past 20 years, Dr. Stixrud has been extensively involved in the training and supervision of psychologists and learning specialists. View Profile NEW EVENT! What: Stress Management and the Adolescent Brain When: March 24 2015;  7:00 pm – 8:30 pm Where: Siena School Speaker: Clay Kaufman, Head of School and William R. Stixrud Notes: Open to the public

2017-12-03T21:23:13-05:00March 1st, 2015|Categories: Events, Lectures|Tags: |

Dr. William Stixrud: The Development of Self-Regulation and Executive Functioning in Children

For the past 20 years, Dr. Stixrud has been extensively involved in the training and supervision of psychologists and learning specialists. View Profile NEW EVENT! What: The Development of Self-Regulation and Executive Functioning in Children When: October 11, 2012; 6:30 – 8:30 PM Where: The Newton School – 45965 Nokes Blvd. Suite 120 Sterling, VA 20166 (703) 772-0480 Note: The Newton School will be offering child care for this event from 6:00-8:30pm for $20 per child ($10 for additional siblings). The kids will have pizza, play in the gym and watch a movie. Space is limited,  do have limited spaces so indicate in your RSVP as soon as possible if you are interested in this option. RSVP information: If you plan to attend this workshop, please RSVP to Allison Abraham [email protected] by Tuesday, October 9th. This event is free and open to all parents and professionals.

2017-12-03T22:01:38-05:00October 11th, 2012|Categories: Events|Tags: |

How to Support Your Children’s Executive Functioning

A clinical neuropsychologist since 1992, Dr. Henderson works with students from age seven through young adults. She is experienced with attention and learning disorders as well as social and emotional challenges that can affect a student both at home and at school. View Profile NEW EVENT! What: Dr. Henderson will present practical strategies you can use immediately to help your children get their act together When: Tuesday October 9 Where: Rosa Parks Middle School Notes: **Open to the public

2017-12-03T22:04:05-05:00September 7th, 2010|Categories: Events, Lectures|Tags: |