Understanding and working with autism in young people
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Understanding and working with autism in young people

Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) may predispose a young person to experience mental ill-health and treatment often requires modification to meet the young person’s needs, such as engagement, CBT skills and social interventions. This two-day workshop will explore the features of ASD in young people and discuss common comorbid mental health conditions and the associated complexity in working with this group.  

At the completion of this workshop, you will be able to:

  • identify the features of autism in young people, including gender differences and understand the role of screening tools and pathways for formal assessment;
  • identify interpersonal and social challenges common in ASD; 
  • formulate how ASD might predispose a young person to experience mental ill-health and specific suicide risk factors; and
  • adapt therapeutic engagement, case formulation, and treatment planning to be autism-friendly, including involving families, modifying risk management and intervention skills. 

Day 1: Wednesday 15 March, 9.30am to 4.30pm 
Day 2: Thursday 16 March, 9.30am to 4.30pm

online

Participants will need a computer, laptop or tablet with internet access and a working camera and microphone to take part in the workshop.

If you are unable to access any of the required equipment or are unable to attend any part of the workshop, please let us know as soon as possible.

Pre-reading, handouts and the Zoom meeting link will be sent to participants via email prior to the workshop.
 

 

Registration