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In this topic area, discussion is on all issues relating to setting up and running a home-based intervention program. Please feel free to bring up any problems or suggestions. Parents can help each other greatly by sharing information and giving suggestions.

In addition to parents helping parents, A.B.A. professionals on in the Discussion Group can also help provide insight and guidance.

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[Mary Penrice]

OPEN TO ALL INTERESTED!
<p style=”text-align: center;”>Hosted by the BC-ABA Student Alliance</p>
<p style=”text-align: center;”>WE HAVE A PLAN FOR THAT:</p>
<p style=”text-align: center;”>MAKING SENSE OF EVIDENCE-BASED PRACTICE WHEN TEACHING EXECUTIVE FUNCTIONING SKILLS</p>
<p style=”text-align: center;”>TUESDAY, MAY 15TH, 6:30PM – 8:30PM</p>
<p style=”text-align: center;”>Room 418 – City Centre Library</p>
<p style=”text-align: center;”>10350 University Dr. Surrey, BC V3T 4C3</p>
<p style=”text-align: center;”>Cost: $5</p>
<p style=”text-align: center;”>Type 2 CEUs will be provided for BCBAs/BCaBAs ($10 for 2 CEUs)</p>
Executive skills, or executive functioning is at the heart of everything we do and plays a significant role on an individual’s ability to be successful in achieving goals- no matter how big or small.  Planning, prioritization, working memory, self-regulation, response inhibition, sustained attention, task initiation, and organization are all executive functions that, when impaired, can impact one’s ability to complete the simplest of tasks.  For children on the autism spectrum this impairment can be significant.  This presentation will outline what executive functioning is, how it develops in children, and how it can look different for children with ASD.  It will identify the current research surrounding teaching executive functioning skills, interpret that research to practice, and present some case-study data on how we teach executive functioning skills in our practice.

Presented by Heidi St. Pierre, M. Ed., BCBA & Bethany Schilling, M. Ed., BCBA

To Register or for further information contact: Student Alliance at studentrep@bc-aba.org

[bsharpe]

Welcome parents, family members, health care providers and educators to the Winter 2018 edition of the Association for Science in Autism Treatment!

The Mission statement for ASAT is:

ASAT’s mission : We promote safe, effective, science-based treatments for people with autism by disseminating accurate, timely, and scientifically sound information, advocating for the use of scientific methods to guide treatment, and combating unsubstantiated, inaccurate and false information about autism and its treatment.

Since autism was first identified, there has been a long history of failed treatments and fads, levied on vulnerable individuals as well as on their families. From the scandal of the “refrigerator mother” theory, to the ongoing parade of “miracle cures” and “magical breakthroughs,” history has been dominated by improbable theories about causation and treatments.

Many of these treatments have been too quickly adopted by professionals, too readily sensationalized by the media, and too hastily embraced by hopeful consumers – well before supporting evidence or reasonable probability existed for their effectiveness or safety.

Since ASAT was established in 1998, it has been our goal to work toward adopting higher standards of accountability for the care, education and treatment of all individuals with autism.

This is a free publication https://www.asatonline.org/newsletter/archived-newsletters/

Please click on the Winter 2018 edition for the latest newsletter.  Folks, the information regarding treatment is up-to-date, and will save you the time, money and heartache of trying treatments that are not data-backed or scientifically proven.  Please read, learn and make good choices for your children with Autism.

Beverley Sharpe

Director, Families for Early Autism Treatment of B.C.

[bsharpe]

Hello everyone, here is the latest edition of the Science in Autism Treatment newsletter.  This is a not for profit, volunteer based organization that is committed to providing parents, caregivers and clinicians with science based facts behind Autism treatment.  This newsletter is free so sign up today!

SIAT Spring 2017

[Mary Penrice]

Hey Everyone, just a heads up…registration is filling up quickly! Please register now, seats are limited!

On May 10th, 6pm to 8pm at Capilano University, Katie Allen M.S., BCBA will be presenting on the Functional Analysis of Problem Behaviour.
This event is open for all interested.

Individuals with ASD and other special needs may often display a variety problem behaviours; this may include aggression, property destruction, self-injury and tantrums among many others. Often, these behaviours may significantly impact an individual’s, and their family’s, day to day life. Functional analysis is an assessment used to determine the function of behaviour (why an individual behaves the way they do), and helps determine the most effective treatment.

In her presentation, Katie will discuss what functional analysis is, general methodology, as well as relevant case studies and examples. Katie will also illustrate how sometimes results of functional analysis can be undifferentiated and idiosyncratic in nature, and further analysis is needed.

Door Entrance will be:
Parents & Students: $2.00
BCBA & other professionals: $5.00

*All proceeds goes to the student alliance in order for us to continue to host more events.

Seating will be limited, so please register for the event by emailing studentrep@bc-aba.org

[Mary Penrice]

Hi everyone!

Please mark your calendars for the Student Alliance’s next upcoming event.

On May 10th, 6pm to 8pm at Capilano University, Katie Allen M.S., BCBA will be presenting on the Functional Analysis of Problem Behaviour.

This event is open for all interested.

 

Door Entrance will be:

Parents & Students: $2.00

BCBA & other professionals: $5.00

 

*All proceeds goes to the student alliance in order for us to continue to host more events.

 

Seating will be limited, so please register for the event by emailing studentrep@bc-aba.org

[bsharpe]

Hello everyone, here is the latest edition of the Science in Autism Treatment newsletter.  This is a not for profit, volunteer based organization that is committed to providing parents, caregivers and clinicians with science based facts behind Autism treatment.  This newsletter is free so sign up today!

http://www.asatonline.org/siat-winter-2017-issue/

Dr. Sabrina Freeman, the founder of Families for Early Autism Treatment of BC, is the Consumer Corner Coordinator for this publication. Her interview is on page 3 of this newsletter.  Factual, raw and unfiltered:

Lessons Learned, Lessons Shared:
An Interview with Dr. Sabrina Freeman, Parent, Author, and Advocate

A wealth of information for all.  Thank you Dr. Freeman and to all of the Association for Science in Autism Treatment Directors and staff.

 

[bsharpe]

Hello everyone, here is the latest edition of the Science in Autism Treatment newsletter.  This is a not for profit, volunteer based organization that is committed to providing parents, caregivers and clinicians with science based facts behind Autism treatment.  This newsletter is free so sign up today!
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[Corinne Coutts]

Did you, or someone you know recently received a diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder (ASD)? 

We realize that finding resources & information can be overwhelming. 

That’s why we’re excited to bring you New to Autism! 

Let us help you! 

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[Corinne Coutts]

We’re bringing our Behaviour Interventionist Basics Training Workshop to Nanaimo on February 4^th & 5^th, 2017 from 9:30AM-4:30PM & seats are filling up!  Be sure to register ASAP to secure your spot!  🙂

The course provides foundational training for individuals interested in working with a home-based Behaviour Intervention team under the supervision of an ABA Consultant and Lead Therapist, and/or parents and professionals looking to gain a better understanding of ABA Therapy.

This two-day training on the implementation of behaviour autism treatments is run by highly experienced behaviour consultants.

Day 1 introductory level covers the core elements of discrete trial teaching, functions of behaviour, reinforcement techniques, prompting techniques, ethics and data collection.

On Day 2, participants delve deeper into the mechanics and learn about antecedent and established operations, reinforcement assessment of preferences, token economies, prompting and fading techniques, and data analysis.

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER:
https://autismbc.z2systems.com/np/clients/autismbc/eventRegistration.jsp?event=109

* Members please login to register.  Your discount will be applied at the end of the registration process.

We offer discounts for ASBC members and 20% group discounts (If five or more people register at one time, with one payment, ASBC offers a 20% discount. This discount cannot be combined with the membership discount.  To receive this discount please contact me by phone at 1-888-437-0880 or email at ccoutts@autismbc.ca 

[Anonymous]

ASBC PROUDLY PRESENTS:
BEHAVIOUR INTERVENTIONIST BASICS TRAINING WORKSHOP – NANAIMO!

When: February 4and 5, 2017 from 9:30AM-4:30PM!

** THIS COURSE IS COVERED BY AUTISM FUNDING.  You must pay ASBC & then submit your receipts to autism funding for reimbursement. 

The course provides foundational training for individuals interested in working with a home-based Behaviour Intervention team under the supervision of an ABA Consultant and Lead Therapist, and/or parents and professionals looking to gain a better understanding of ABA Therapy.

This two-day training on the implementation of behaviour autism treatments is run by highly experienced behaviour consultants.

Day 1 introductory level covers the core elements of discrete trial teaching, functions of behaviour, reinforcement techniques, prompting techniques, ethics and data collection.

On Day 2, participants delve deeper into the mechanics and learn about antecedent and established operations, reinforcement assessment of preferences, token economies, prompting and fading techniques, and data analysis.

If you are interested in registering for this workshop, please follow this link:

https://autismbc.z2systems.com/np/clients/autismbc/eventRegistration.jsp?event=109

We offer discounts for ASBC members and 20% group discounts (If five or more people register at one time, with one payment, ASBC offers a 20% discount. This discount cannot be combined with the membership discount.  To receive this discount please contact our Events & Social Media Coordinator, Corinne Coutts – by phone at 1-888-437-0880 or email at ccoutts@autismbc.ca 

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