University of Iowa Childrens Hospital Autism Center Presents: Understanding Autism: Practical Help for Parenting Children with

Autism 2013 Spring Workshop Series

The Role of Medications in Youth with Autism Spectrum Disorders February 9th This workshop aims to review the role that medications can play in helping youth in the Autism Spectrum better respond to psychosocial and educational interventions. Dr Daniolos will share his experience working with youth with ASDs, and delve into the current evidence base and state of knowledge regarding the efficacy, benefits and side effects of medication use. He will also review several novel/experimental agents. About Our Speaker Peter Daniolos, MD Dr. Daniolos is a Clinical Associate Professor in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry at The University of Iowa Childrens Hospital, where he serves as the Training Director of The Child and Adolescent Psychiatry Residency Training Program. He received his medical degree at the University of North Dakota. Prior to moving to Iowa, he served as the Training Director for the Child and Adolescent Psychiatry fellowship at Childrens National Medical Center/The George Washington University Medical Center, and the Medical Director of the Center for Autism Spectrum Disorders, where he worked with a multidisciplinary team engaged in the diagnostic evaluation and treatment of autism spectrum youth. Dr Daniolos is a passionate fan of multimodal treatment interventions for youth in the autism spectrum, and deeply values psychosocial interventions. Autism and Giftedness April 13 Autism spectrum disorder affects individuals across the intellectual continuum, including individuals with intellectual and academic talents. This presentation focuses on the characteristics of high ability youth with autism, how to obtain an assessment to understand the individuals needs, and appropriate interventions to nurture these students talents while also addressing their disability. About Our Speaker Alissa Doobay, PhD Dr. Doobay received her PhD in Counseling Psychology from The University of Iowa in 2010. She is currently a licensed psychologist at the Belin-Blank Center for Gifted Education and Talent Development at The University of Iowa. She provides clinical assessment and therapy services for twice-exceptional students (e.g., high ability students with autism spectrum disorder, ADHD, learning disabilities, and emotional and behavioral disorders). Her research focuses on the characteristics and needs of high ability students with autism spectrum disorder.

University of Iowa Childrens Hospital Autism Center presents: Understanding Autism: Practical Help for Parenting Children with Autism 2013 Workshop Schedule
Topic Cost Free Free Date and Time of Workshop February 9th (10 to 11:30 am) April 13th (10 to 11:30 am) Registration Deadline February 4th April 8th

The Role of Medications in Youth with Autism Spectrum Disorder Autism and Giftedness
Registration Information

To register for a workshop call 319-467-5658 or email lisa-kemmerer@uiowa.edu. Please indicate whether you would like to attend the workshop at the Center for Disabilities and Development or by Webinar on your computer. Supervised play for children ages 3 to 10 will be provided for a limited number of families for the workshops. Please indicate the number of children you would like supervision for and their ages when registering.

Directions and Parking Maps and directions available online at: www.uihealthcare.org/yourvisit. The closest available parking is the visitor parking lot in front of the Center for Disabilities and Development. Parking is also available in Ramps 1 or 3. There is a fee for parking. Families can use the coined meters in the visitor parking lot or use cash or credit card in Ramps 1 and 3. Location University of Iowa Childrens Hospital Center for Disabilities and Development Rembolt Conference Room (first floor) 100 Hawkins Drive Iowa City, IA 52242 Contact Information Questions or more information? Please contact: Lisa Kemmerer Autism Center Coordinator UI Childrens Hospital Autism Center 319-467-5658 lisa-kemmerer@uiowa.edu