@ Waisman Center, Madison WI
Learn about advances in autism research and services and hear from a panel of experts-individuals with autism and family members.
Register now at https://www.waisman.wisc.edu/event/experts-autism-2019/
Saturday, January 26, 2019
9:00 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.
(Complimentary coffee & bagels at 8:30 a.m.) Waisman Center, 1500 Highland Ave Madison WI 53705
EVERYONE WELCOME | FREE PARKING
SCHEDULE
9:00-9:15 a.m.
Welcome and Introduction to the Waisman Center Qiang Chang, PhD, Director, Waisman Center
9:15-9:45 a.m.
Quantitative Magnetic Resonance Imaging to Measure Brain Microstructure in ASD
Douglas Dean, III, PhD, Postdoctoral Research Associate
Quantitative magnetic resonance imaging techniques offer an exciting opportunity to examine the brain's white matter microstructure, which is fundamental for connecting brain regions into elaborate networks that facilitate behavior and cognitive function. This presentation will discuss our current research efforts using recently developed techniques to gain a better understanding into the role of white matter microstructure in autism spectrum disorders.
9:45-10:15 a.m.
Heath and Aging on the Autism Spectrum
Lauren Bishop-Fitzpatrick, PhD, MSW, Assistant Professor, Social Work and Waisman Center Investigator
Aging is a normal part of the life course for all of us, and adults with autism are no exception. However, aging on the autism spectrum can present different health and healthcare challenges that adults with autism and their loved ones may want to manage proactively. This presentation will discuss the Aging and Health Equity in Autism and Developmental Disabilities (AHEADD) Team's recent research on physical and mental health and health service utilization in
adults on the autism spectrum.
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10:30-11:00 a.m.
Sex on a Spectrum: ASD, Sex Education, and Behavior Madeline Barger, MS, LMFT, BCBA, AASECT-CST, Waisman Center Autism Treatment Programs
Discussing sex can be difficult for parents and the children, teens, and adults they support. Research shows that sex education curriculums alone are not completely addressing the sexual health and behavioral learning needs of individuals with autism spectrum disorders (ASD) (Holmes & Himle 2015).
Additionally, individuals with neurological differences, such as ASD, may be learning about sex from fewer sources than their same-age peers-often experiencing a challenging learning curve on the path to achieving healthy sexuality, intimacy, and long-term relationships. In this talk, we will discuss teaching and learning about sex education for individuals with ASD and lift the curtain to explore behind the scenes in sex therapy and ASD.
11:00-11:30 a.m.
Question and answer session with a panel of clinicians
11:30 a.m.-12:15 p.m.
PANEL DISCUSSION-A panel of experts that includes individuals with ASD and family members.
Hosted in partnership with the Autism Society of South Central Wisconsin.
Sponsored by the Friends of the Waisman Center
