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Penn Autism Network & ASCEND Group proudly present...
Healthy Sexuality: Adaptive Skills for Individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders
Presented by Isabelle Hénault, Ph.D.
Author of Asperger's Syndrome and Sexuality: From Adolescence through Adulthood
Friday, November 6, 2009, 8:30 a.m. - 3:45 p.m.
Location: University of Pennsylvania, Houston Hall, 3417 Spruce Street, Philadelphia, PA
“This is, by far, the best CE program I have ever attended!” Educator, PAN’s 2007 Hénault workshop
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ABOUT DR. HÉNAULT: Isabelle Hénault, Ph.D., returns to Penn after a hugely successful appearance in 2007. She is a psychologist from the University of Québec. Her practice and research have focused on providing diagnosis, education and support to children, adolescents, adults and couples living with Asperger Syndrome (AS) and other autism spectrum disorders (ASDs). Dr. Hénault has developed a relationships and sex education program and works with individuals, couples and groups. Alongside Tony Attwood, Ph.D., she is a consultant for the Australian-based Minds and Hearts Clinic. In addition, she collaborates on numerous international sociosexual research initiatives. Dr. Hénault is the author of Asperger's Syndrome and Sexuality: From Adolescence through Adulthood (Jessica Kingsley Publisher, 2005) and presents to audiences around the world.
ABOUT THE WORKSHOP: Recent years have seen rapid development of interventions ASDs. However, there are very few programs that address interpersonal relationships and sexuality. Utilizing case illustrations and examples, this presentation will elaborate on strategies to improve the social and sexual skills of adolescents, young adults, and older adults with ASD. The following topics will be addressed: friendship (personal values and personality factors); emotions (expression, "Mind Reading" software, reading faces); communication (verbal and nonverbal, "Theory of Mind"); sexual behavior (enhancing appropriate behaviors, hyper- and hyposensitivity); intimacy (couple and family relationships, misinterpretations, demands); and interpersonal relationships (within the contexts of school, work, friends and couples).
WHO SHOULD GO: Educators, Psychologists, Health Professionals, Social Workers, Behavioral Specialists, Administrators, Direct Care Providers, Paraprofessionals, Service Coordinators, Family Members, Ind. w/ ASD. Approved for 5 CEUs for Educators, Psychologists and Social Workers!
FEE: Nonprofessional $75-$95 or Educators/professionals $90-$110
Early registration discount: Deduct $10 for registrations postmarked by 10/9/09.
Nonprofessionals are defined as family members, individuals with ASDs, and full-time students.
ACCOLADES FOR DR. HÉNAULT from the 2007 PAN PRESENTATION
"This is, by far, the best CE program that I have ever attended! Please, bring Dr. Hénault back for more!"
"This is the very best conference I have ever attended on ASD. The info was new and revealing."
"Fabulous presentation on a subject discussed at very few conferences."
"Dynamic speaker and interesting topic."
"Information with stories integrated throughout was very entertaining and informative."
"Fantastic presenter. Highly recommended."
"What a joy! Dr. Hénault was so engaging, so knowledgeable."
"When attending a conference, you hope it will be valuable, informative and appropriate to the topic. This was all of the above. Thank you!"
AGENDA
8:30-9:00 am Registration, Continental Breakfast
9:00-9:15 am Welcome Remarks
9:15-10:30 am Dr. Hénault's Presentation
10:30-10:45 am Break
10:45-12:00 pm Dr. Hénault's Presentation
12:00-12.45 pm Lunch (provided)
12:45-2:00 pm Dr. Hénault's Presentation
2:00-2:15 pm Break
2:15-3:45 pm Dr. Hénault's Presentation / Questions and Answers
WORKSHOP OBJECTIVES
At the conclusion of this workshop, specific to sexuality and ASD, participants will be able to:
1. Identify social, medical, developmental, and environmental factors influencing sexual development;
2. Describe strategies to enhance social skills related to intimacy and sexuality;
3. List ways to respond to and to decrease inappropriate sexual behaviors in persons with ASD; and
4. Utilize specialized materials and tools for sex education geared toward the ASD population.
If special arrangements are required for an individual with a disability to attend this meeting, please contact Deirdre Wright (dewright@mail.med.upenn.edu or 215-746-1967) no later than 2 weeks prior to the workshop.
The University of Pennsylvania values diversity and seeks talented students, faculty, and staff from diverse backgrounds. The University of Pennsylvania does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, sexual orientation, religion, color, national or ethnic origin, age, disability or status as a Vietnam Era Veteran or disabled veteran in the administration of educational policies, programs or activities, admission policies; scholarship and loan awards; athletic or other administered programs or employment. Questions or complaints regarding this policy should be directed to the Executive Director, Office of Affirmative Action, 1133 Blockley Hall, Philadelphia, PA 19104-6021or 215/898-6993 (Voice) or 215/898-7803 (TDD).
Cancellation and Refund Policy Statement: The Department of Psychiatry, University of Pennsylvania, reserves the right to cancel or postpone any course due to any unforeseen circumstances. In the event of cancellation or postponement, the Department of Psychiatry will refund any registration fee but it is not responsible for any related costs, charges, or any expenses to participants, including cancellation costs incurred by airlines/travel agencies. In order to process refunds for course withdrawals, written notification of cancellation must be received two weeks prior to the lecture (subject to a service fee). No refunds will be granted thereafter.
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