On Time Autism Diagnosis: A Collaborative and Supportive Process WA2

Wednesday, May 8, 9:30 am–11:00 am

This session will provide an overview of autism diagnostic criteria and what an evaluation looks like. We will discuss the importance of enrollment in ESIT services and universal screening practices. The presentation will also cover strategies for having difficult conversations with families about autism diagnosis referrals.

Presented by

Jessica Greenson
Research Scientist
U of Washington

Dr. Greenson is the Director of Clinical Services at the UW Autism Center and has worked in research and clinical settings with very young children with ASD and their parents for 20+ years. She and colleagues at UW have developed the On Time Autism Intervention (OTAI) Project and a framework for diagnostic evaluations, navigation, and intervention in coordination with ESIT providers.

Ami Kang, MEd
Ms.
University of Washington Autism Center

Amie is a psychology PhD student at Boston College and a trainee working with Dr. Greenson at the University of Washington Autism Center. She received her bachelor's degree in psychology at UC Berkeley and her master’s in education at the Harvard Graduate School of Education. She enjoys working with families and has a strong interest in understanding the influence of culture and context on human development.

Adriana Luna
Postdoctoral Scholar
University of Washington

Ashley Penney
Research Scientist
University of Washington Autism Center

Taniyah Roach, MS.
Doctoral Student
UWAC

Yevgeniya Veverka
Research Scientist
University of Washington

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project website

https://depts.washington.edu/uwautism/resources/on-time-autism-intervention/

On-Time Autism Intervention (OTAI) / Early Recognition - UW Autism

The primary focus of our work is to increase access to on-time autism intervention for all children affected by autism, with an emphasis on addressing health equity disparities by developing a framework for reaching traditionally underserved populations. Our work is guided by four pillars: (1) collaboration, (2) on-time autism diagnosis, (3) on-time and ongoing parent navigation and support, and (4) on-time child-focused autism intervention.

depts.washington.edu/uwautism/resources/on-time-autism-intervention/

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Age Group Addressed:
Birth to Age 3

Audience:
Teachers, Administrators, Therapists, Social Worker, Mental Health Professional, Home Visitors, Family Resources Coordinators, Interested Professionals, Students

Core Competency Area:
Families and Community Partnerships

Skill Level:
Fundamental

Presentation Outcomes:
Autism impacts all groups across the spectrum of diversity. This presentation will allow referral and access to diagnosis earlier for all children.

Learning Objectives:

Understand the diagnostic criteria for Autism Spectrum Disorder
Explain the evaluative process of diagnosing ASD
Develop a plan for having difficult conversations with parents about referral for autism diagnosis

On Time Autism Diagnosis: A Collaborative and Supportive Process WA2

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