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Assessment and Diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorders
Format Workshop
Presenters Vicki Gibbs, Dr. Fiona Aldridge, Dr. Felicity Chandler, Ellen Witzlsperger
Description This one day workshop will provide a comprehensive overview of the characteristics of autism spectrum disorders, including:

Overview of autism spectrum disorders
-Autism spectrum disorder classifications (including proposed changes in DSMV)
-Indicators of Autism in infants
- Screening tools for infants and school aged children
-Standardised diagnostic and assessment tools
-3-stage assessment model
Differential diagnosis:
- ADHD
- Other developmental disabilities
- Language disorders
- Learning disabilities
- Emotional disorders (e.g. anxiety, depression)
Presentation of Case Studies
Report writing and follow-up
Location NSW Metro, Australia
Venue Aspect Central Office
Building 1, Level 2, 14 Aquatic Drive, Frenchs Forest

Please contact the event organiser to confirm if this venue is wheelchair accessible
Start/End Date 5 Nov 2012
Time 9.00am to 5.00pm
Cost $300 Earlybird (prior to 5/10) $330 (after 5/10)
Organiser Autism Spectrum Australia
Contact Name Vicki Gibbs
Telephone 02 8977 8331
Email vgibbs@autismspectrum.org.au
Fax 02 8977 8350
Website www.autismspectrum.org.au
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