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Autism and Sensory Processing Disorder: Seminar + Answer Book Bundle
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Format:
Package - Video & Book   Instructions
Details:
Multi-disc DVD recording (6 hours, 10 minutes) with electronic manual and instructions | (softcover) Book: 240 Pages
Author:
TARA DELANEY, MS, OTR/L
Publisher:
PESI Publishing & Media
Copyright:
3/16/2016
CE Available:
Yes, See CE credit tab for complete continuing education details
Product Code:
RVKIT062585
Objectives
[+] [-] 060115 - Autism and Sensory Processing Disorder: Over 75 Proven Strategies for Social Skills, Behavior & Learning
  1. Assess how sensory processing, environmental and communication issues influence learning and behavior.
  2. Analyze the latest brain research on autism spectrum disorders and how these findings impact the way therapists and educators work with children/adolescents.
  3. Determine how early sensory-motor experiences are stored in the brain.
  4. Present the components of sensory integration and sensory processing difficulties common to children with a diagnosis of autism.
  5. Examine how early experiences may be perceived differently for children with autism due to brain differences.
  6. Summarize how underlying sensory processing difficulties impact learning, behavior and social skills

Outline
[+] [-] 060115 - Autism and Sensory Processing Disorder: Over 75 Proven Strategies for Social Skills, Behavior & Learning
The Brain Library®
The Brain Library® gives us a way of understanding how information is stored, categorized and used in our brain
  • Components
  • How it is stacked
  • How it is used
  • Need for a well stocked foundation section
  • Gaps in the Brain Library®


Sensory Processing Components and Strategies

  • Overview of sensory processing
  • Vestibular
  • Proprioception
  • Tactile
  • Visual
  • Auditory


Autism: Concepts & Research

  • Executive function
  • Theory of Mind
  • Central Coherence Theory
  • Mirror neurons
  • Latest brain research


Praxis (Motor Planning)

  • How this impacts those with autism
  • Gross motor
  • Fine motor
  • Strategies for teaching new motor skills including activities of daily living


Strategies (SI, SI-Behavior, SI Communication)

  • 0 to 3
    1. Utilize non-contingent sensory diet
    2. Utilize safe activities (e.g. bath time) to introduce new textures
  • Preschool
    1. Use sensory activities to expand play
    2. Use sensory activities to promote language
  • Early grades
    1. Sensory input to increase focus on a task
    2. Teach Change
  • Middle school
    1. Sensory with executive function strategies
    2. Social sensory stories that the student helps create for different situations
  • Case studies


Blending Strategies

  • Incorporating sensory with ABA (Applied Behavioral Analysis)
    1. Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) is a science that involves using behavioral theory to modify behaviors
  • Sensory paired with visual communication strategies

Author

TARA DELANEY, MS, OTR/L

Tara Delaney, MS, OTR/L, is a nationally known child development expert who specializes in sensory processing, autism spectrum disorders as well as learning disabilities, specifically dyslexia. She is the author of three books: The Sensory Processing Disorder Answer Book (Sourcebooks, 2008), 101 Games and Activities for Children with Autism, Asperger’s and Sensory Processing Disorder (McGraw-Hill, 2009) and Building Social Skills for Autism, Sensory Processing Disorders and Learning Disabilities with Mary Hamrick (PESI, 2015). She holds a Master’s of Science in Therapeutic Science from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. She is an international speaker and her Making Sense-ory® programs are in high demand throughout the United States. Ms. Delaney is the co-chief executive officer of School Steps, Inc. as well as co-chief executive director of ABA In Action. She is also the founder/executive director of Baby Steps Therapy.

Speaker Disclosures:
Financial: Tara Delaney is the co-CEO and co-owner of Temair Media. She is a published author and receives royalties. Tara Delaney receives a speaking honorarium, recording, and book royalties from PESI, Inc. She has no relevant financial relationships with ineligible organizations.
Non-financial: Tara Delaney is a member of the California Occupational Therapy Association and the American Occupational Therapy Association.
Continuing Education Credits Awarded for Completion of Entire Package
[+] [-] Combined Continuing Education Credit From All Components
Breakdown of Continuing Education Credits by Components
[+] [-] 043415 - The Sensory Processing Disorder Answer Book
[+] [-] 060115 - Autism and Sensory Processing Disorder: Over 75 Proven Strategies for Social Skills, Behavior & Learning
Audience
Teachers, Administrator, Psychologists, Social Workers, Counselors, Speech-Language Pathologists, Occupational Therapists & Assistants