Reminder:

Please read the AAP Article, Identification, Evaluation, and Management of Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders, in the Session 1 Materials prior to the November 19th in-person session.

Session 1

Overview of screening and diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorders in very young children

Tuesday, November 19, 2024 5:00 PM–8:00 PM|In-Person

Hilton Garden Inn, Freeport (Dinner Provided)

Objectives

At the end of the first session, the learner will be able to

  • Identify red flags for Autism Spectrum Disorders
  • Understand the differential diagnosis for autism spectrum disorders
  • Be able to take a complete developmental and behavioral history with a focus on autism
  • Identify additional information helpful to collect as part of evaluation
  • Understand surveillance, screening and testing options for Autism spectrum disorders

Session 1 Materials:

  • Identification, Evaluation, and Management of Children With Autism Spectrum Disorder

    Susan L. Hyman, MD, FAAP,a Susan E. Levy, MD, MPH, FAAP,b Scott M. Myers, MD, FAAP,c COUNCIL ON CHILDREN WITH DISABILITIES, SECTION ON DEVELOPMENTAL AND BEHAVIORAL PEDIATRICS. PEDIATRICS Volume 145, number 1, January 2020:e20193447

  • ASD Primary Care FAQ
  • Sample ASD Parent Interview
  • Copy of questionnaire for daycare or care providers
  • For Asynchronous Learning prior to session 2:

    • Video Tele-ASD-PEDS (TAP) www.vkclearning.org (please see separate instructions, free but must register)
      1. VKC Learning Instructions
      2. At 19:18 description of scoring (keep in mind had changed some)
      3. Then watch both testing and scoring sessions at 24:30 and 59:11