Slideshow Presentations from VAC 2010
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Keynote Speakers
Dr Richard Eisenmajer
An insight into Asperger's Syndrome
Dr Wendy Lawson
Ian McLean
Patricia Cameron-Hill and Shayne Yates
You won't die laughing: Laughter for life, health and wellbeing (Melbourne handout)
Early Years Stream
Coping with a diagnosis: Melinda Polimeni and Derek McCormack
Making an informed choice on treatments: Professor Margot Prior (SLIDES UNAVAILABLE)
Communication and the use of symbol modelling for children with ASD: Tamara Klein
Early intervention funding: Lia Castorina and Val Spence
Supporting siblings in the early years: Kirsty Kerr
Toilet training for children with ASD: Kirsty Kerr
- Checklist of toilet training skills
Strategies for feeding difficulties: Simone Reeves
Keeping the relationship alive: Helena-Deacon Wood
Keeping the relationship alive: Gayle Vermont
Primary Years Stream
Supporting a positive transition to school: Susan Wade
Transitions to school and choosing the right school for your child: Val Spence (NO SLIDES)
The non-verbal high-needs inclusive classroom: Gabriella Vascotto and Mercia Nelson
Picture Exchange Communication System (PECS) Overview: Sophie Kerr
The importance of looking after yourself: Serena Griffin
Sibling issues and supports in the primary years: Judy Bennett
Parents and school in positive partnerships: Jacqui Borland
Food for thought: John Pietryka
Managing feelings in the young child with an ASD: Dr Louise Ford
Adolescent Stream
Relationships and Private Stuff: Liz Dore
'Bodysuits': Identifying other ways of managing behavioural difficulties associated with toileting and sexuality: Brent Hayward
Young adults with autism: How can parents help to meet the challenges of this stage in family life? Professor Bruce Tonge
Best practice positive behaviour support for adolescents with ASD: Tom Tutton and Steve Davies
Anxiety and autism spectrum disorder: Dr Patrice Friars
Laughing at stress: How to have less stress in your life and more fun: Patricia Cameron-Hill and Shayne Yates (Melbourne hand-out)
ASD inclusive school - Primary and secondary question and answer session: Paige Davey and Teacher Panel (NO SLIDES)
A sibling survival guide: Meg Moorhouse
Adult Stream
When should doctors diagnose high-functioning autism spectrum disorders in adults? Sarah Abrahamson
Relationships and marriage: Donna Williams
A home of your choice - what options do you have? Margaret Ryan
Accommodation options: Chris Glennen
Employment and adult training: Jason White
Managing challenging behaviour: Judith Moyle
Forensic implications of ASDs - Identifying and understanding individuals with ASDs within the legal system: Vicki Gibbs
Supporting my child when I'm gone: David Barker and Luke Wright
Quality of Life: Ian McLean
