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Autism Through the Life Span II

Cosponsored by the Center for Discovery’s Environment and Health Institute

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The number of children diagnosed with autism every year is increasing at an alarming rate—this troubling disorder now affects 1 in every 150 children—and only now are medical professionals beginning to figure out why and what to do about it.

Last year, Omega Institute presented a rare gathering with some of the nation’s most innovative voices in the autism community to explore the latest approaches to treating and living with autism spectrum disorders (ASDs). This year, Omega is hosting this extraordinary program again to offer updates on the latest research and developments in the field.

The program gives illuminating, forward-thinking perspectives on how we perceive autism in our culture and how we face important questions and decisions in supporting individuals with autism.



Professional Training:
Tuition $350 Tuition discounts are not available. CE, SS

For conference participants who work in the medical, nutrition, therapeutic, and mental health fields, the professional track offers the latest information on diagnosis, alternative approaches to treatment and therapy, and insights into working productively with families.

Learning Objectives
After attending Track I of the conference, participants will be better able to:
  • discuss differences between traditional, medical views of autism and more recent alternative approaches;
  • demonstrate an understanding of environmental, sensory, and cognitive differences that define autism spectrum disorders;
  • describe ways to help persons with autism spectrum disorders live more meaningful, productive lives; and
  • utilize the most effective approaches to diagnosing and treating autism spectrum disorders.
Faculty

Sally Pederson served as lieutenant governor of Iowa from 1999 to 2007. Before her years in public office, Pederson spearheaded the creation of The Homestead, an agency providing innovative solutions to the challenges facing children and adults with autism.

Martha Herbert, MD, is assistant professor in neurology at Harvard Medical School, a pediatric neurologist at Massachusetts General Hospital, and a brain development researcher specializing in neuron-development disabilities, particularly autism. marthaherbert.com

Sidney Baker, MD, received the prestigious 1999 Functional Medicine Linus Pauling Award at the Sixth International Symposium on Functional Medicine. The author of several scientific papers and books, he is a practicing physician with an interest in nutritional, biochemical, and environmental aspects of chronic illness.

Mark Hyman, MD, is editor in chief of Alternative Therapies in Health and Medicine, the most prestigious journal in the field of integrative medicine. He also is the coauthor of several books, including the New York Times best-selling book, Ultraprevention: The Six Week Plan That Will Make You Healthy for Life. His latest book is The UltraMetabolism Cookbook. drhyman.com

Theresa Hamlin, EdD, is chief of staff for the Center for Discovery, and oversees its program operations, management, curriculum design, and program evaluation. For the past 24 years, she has been developing and directing programs for the promotion of development and health for children and adults with developmental disabilities, including those with autism spectrum disorders and severe multiple disabilities.

Valerie Paradiz, PhD, is a writer and cofounder of the Open Center for Autism and the ASPIE School Program. Her work developing pioneering educational programs for children with ASDs has been featured in the New York Times, Redbook, The Guardian, and Autism Spectrum Quarterly. She is the author of Elijah’s Cup: A Family’s Journey Into the Community and Culture of High-Functioning Autism and Asperger’s Syndrome. valerieparadiz.com

The Center for Discovery is a residential center in upstate New York dedicated to serving children and adults with severe disabilities, including autism spectrum disorders. Based on the premise that given the right environment everyone can succeed, the center provides innovative clinical, medical, and educational opportunities to enrich the lives of individuals and their families. For more information on the Center for Discovery, visit thecenterfordiscovery.org





details
Course: SM08-3702-381
August 15 - 17, 2008
Rhinebeck Campus
 
accommodations and commuter fee
continuing education credits
tuition discounts are available.
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    faculty
    Sidney Baker
    Theresa Hamlin
    Martha Herbert
    Mark A. Hyman
    Valerie Paradiz
    Sally Pederson
    For more information: Call 877.944.2002 or email us at registration@eomega.org

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