Autism Spectrum Disorder in Adults
Autism Spectrum Disorder in Adults
Today, more adults are recognizing symptoms associated with Autism Spectrum Disorder. However, difficulties with social communication, anxiety associated with disruption of routines, difficulties with executive functioning, and other symptoms of Autism also overlap with other diagnoses. To complicate it further, there is a lot of variability in the presentation of adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder, particularly among high-functioning adults.
About This Seminar
The focus of this seminar is to help clinicians identify symptoms of possible Autism Spectrum Disorder, know when to refer for a comprehensive psychological evaluation, and understand the implications of a diagnosis for an adult on the spectrum. Participants will gain understanding of differential diagnosis, the process of evaluating an adult for Autism Spectrum Disorder, and the interventions and resources available for adults who are identified on the spectrum.
At the conclusion of this seminar, participants will be able to:
- Describe the various impairments typically experienced by those with Autism Spectrum Disorder, and discuss why two people with the same condition may present very differently
- List the testing and assessment options available for appropriate differential diagnosis, and discuss interpretation relative to an Autism diagnosis.
- Identify resources for treatment and support of adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder.
- Describe how a diagnosis can be useful for an adult, and identify when to refer for a comprehensive psychological evaluation.
4 APA Continuing Education (CE) credits are available upon completion.
Workshop Details
Important information about this seminar
What
Autism Spectrum Disorder in Adults
Who
Emily Crawford-Thompson, Ph.D.
When
Date TBD
How much
$149
Target Audience
Psychologists, clinical social workers, professional counselors, interns/residents in training, direct care and social services professionals, residential staff, day program staff, educators, service coordinators, case managers, and other professionals coordinating and applying treatment strategies for adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder.
The seminar is intended for an intermediate level provider.
Registration
If you are interested in participating in this seminar, please email
emily@columbiapsychology.com
Columbia Psychology Healing Center LLC is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. Columbia Psychology Healing Center LLC maintains responsibility for these programs and their content.
Instructors for Columbia Psychology Healing Center LLC certify that they have no affiliations with or involvement in any organization or entity with any financial interest or nonfinancial interest in the subject matter that would present any conflicts of interest.
Columbia Psychology Healing Center LLC and its instructors do not receive any commercial support for CE programs.
About the Instructor
Emily Crawford-Thompson, Ph.D. is a Licensed Psychologist who specializes in psychological evaluations with adults, including those who wish to be evaluated for possible Autism Spectrum Disorder.
She is trained as a clinical psychologist and has specialized experience in psychological evaluations since 2009. She is well known in Columbia, Missouri as a trusted and compassionate psychologist with impeccable work that both providers and clients respect.
She is trained in the ADOS-2 (Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule), MIGDAS-2, and other evidence-based measures to assess Autism Spectrum Disorder.
