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Saturday, June 7, 2014
9:00am - 9:30am Check-in
9:30am - 12:00pm Workshop
In these days of social networking and high speed technology, more and more teens and young adults today are becoming addicted to their screens. This is particularly problematic for individuals on the autism spectrum who are isolated, have difficulty forming relationships, and/or lack in-person social opportunities. Also, computers, the internet, and video gaming can offer the opportunity to engage with others where options are otherwise limited. And they are fun!
This Saturday morning workshop will explore the following:
* When does gaming or internet use become overuse? How to identify the warning signs, behaviors, and symptoms of overuse and addiction.
* And what are the risks of excess technology use and the implications for individuals with autism?
* What are the inherent reinforcements for video gaming and internet use?
* Why is everything we caution parents about more crucial for individuals on the spectrum?
* What are some tips to help and some basic interventions? What are ASD appropriate options?
About the presenters:
Dr. Ann Steel, Steel Counseling PLLC
Ann Steel has worked with parents, families and youth for over 30 years; as a family physician, an educator and now as a therapist specializing in technology dependence. She has a private counseling practice in Bellevue and spent three years as a therapist and assessment specialist at reSTART Internet Addiction Recovery Program in Fall City, WA. She has given talks and seminars throughout the Puget Sound region on the topic of internet addiction. Whether working with individuals, parents or groups, Ann is passionate about helping families find a healthy balance between the real and virtual world.
Paul Johnson, MA, BCBA, Foundations for Learning and Behavior
Paul is a board certified behavior analyst (BCBA) and has a Master's degree from Columbia University in Behavioral Disorders/Applied Behavior Analysis. He is certified to teach special education, early childhood through secondary in NY & WA State. Paul has worked with pre-kindergarten kids with autism and other disabilities at the renowned Fred S. Keller School in Yonkers, NY, as a special education teacher in the Lake Washington School District, and most recently, as a behavior analyst for Fircrest in Shoreline, WA, a residential facility for adolescents and adults with developmental disabilities. Since 2009 he has devoted himself fulltime to Foundations for Learning & Behavior.
Teresa McCann, ME, BCBA, Autism Society of Washington
Teresa is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst and has worked with people with autism since 2003. She graduated from Gonzaga University with a Master of Education in Special Education. Teresa has worked many places in the Greater Seattle area including the UW's EEU, UW's Autism Center, FEAT of WA, and the Organization for Research and Learning.
Registration through Brown Paper Tickets closes at 7 am on June 7. Please pay at the door with a check (no credit cards) and email an RSVP to conniea@autismsocietywa.org.
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LocationThe South Sound Manor (View)
455 North Street SE
Tumwater, WA 98501
United States
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| Kid Friendly: No |
| Dog Friendly: No |
| Non-Smoking: Yes! |
| Wheelchair Accessible: Yes! |
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