Research
Summer Institute on Neurodevelopmental Disorders
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The Many Faces of Autism: From Behavior to Biology
Presenter: Robin Hansen, M.D.
Affiliation: UC Davis M.I.N.D. Institute
Date: August 7, 2009
Length: 50:48
Summary: Current research on the heterogeneity of autism spectrum disorders in terms of both behavior and biology, and advances in our knowledge of etiology and application for treatments.
Assessment and Educational Planning for Children with ASD: Using "Gold Standard" Methods and Tools
Presenters: Patricia Schetter, M.A. & Kristine Strong, Ph.D.
Affiliation: UC Davis M.I.N.D. Institute & Folsom Cordova Unified School District
Date: August 7, 2009
Length: 59:45
Summary: Standardized as well as non-standardized methods to plan for the educational achievement of students with ASD with a special focus on using assessment to help design goals and provide rationale for placement and educational recommendations.
Complimentary and Alternative Medicine in Autism: Evaluating Efficacy and Safety
Presenters: R. Scott Akins, D.O.
Affiliation: UC Davis M.I.N.D. Institute
Date: August 7, 2009
Length: 59:37
Summary: Evidence-based paradigm to evaluate complimentary and alternative medicine treatments for safety and efficacy, i.e. gluten- and casein-free diets, supplements, chelation and antifungal treatments.
Strategies for People Who Fall Through the Cracks
Presenters: Kathryn W. Page, Ph.D.
Affiliation: Fetal Alcohol Teamwork, Consultation, and Training
Date: August 7, 2009
Length: 26:18
Summary: Strategies for working with individuals with underserved disabilities to improve identification, intervention, employment, legal advocacy, and social inclusion, paying particular attention to those with fetal alcohol spectrum disorders.
Assistive Technology for Adolescents and Young Adults
Presenter: Cathy Bodine, Ph.D., CCC-SLP
Affiliation: Assistive Technology Partners, University of Colorado
Date: August 7, 2009
Length: 59:40
Summary: Using assistive technology for education and transition to employment or post-secondary education.
Managing Neurodevelopmental Disabilties Within the Medical Home
Presenter: Paul S. Carbone, M.D., FAAP
Affiliation: University of Utah
Date: August 7, 2009
Length: 59:18
Summary: Family-centered medical home model including features that support the needs of children with neurodevelopmental disorders, such as autism, and their families.
Social Skills Training in Adolescence: Important Issues and Future Directions
Presenter: Marjorie Solomon, Ph.D.
Affiliation: UC Davis M.I.N.D. Institute
Date: August 7, 2009
Length: 58:57
Summary: Models for social skills training with focus on issues encountered when working with adolescents and implications for future research.
Students with Intellectual Disabilities go to College: Opportunities for Higher Education in California
Presenter: Olivia Raynor, Ph.D.
Affiliation: University of California, Los Angeles
Date: August 7, 2009
Length: 53:22
Summary: Trends, common challenges and program options in higher education for students with intellectual disabilities as a pathway to independent living, meaningful employment and community participation.
A New Age of Treatment for Fragile X Syndrome
Presenter: Randi Hagerman, M.D.
Affiliation: UC Davis M.I.N.D. Institute
Date: August 7, 2009
Length: 58:05
Summary: Neurobiological abnormalities in Fragile X Syndrome, review of targeted treatments available and the mechanisms by which they work, with preliminary data regarding minocycline, fenobam, and R-baclofen.
Update in Pharmacologic Treatments of ASDs
Presenter: Robert Hendren, D.O.
Affiliation: UC San Francisco
Date: August 7, 2009
Length: 55:18
Summary: Symptoms, co-morbidities and monitoring guidelines to inform decisions regarding benefits/risks associated with use of pharmacologic agents to treat behavioral symptoms of autism spectrum disorders.
Best Practices for Developmental Screening and Referral: Early Identification Makes a Difference
Presenters: Robin Hansen, M.D. & Gina Guarneri, M.A.
Affiliation: UC Davis M.I.N.D. Institute Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities
Date: August 7, 2009
Length: 51:11
Summary: Guidelines for implementing developmental surveillance and screening, using parent report and developmental screen measures.
From Research to Culturally Responsive Practice: Addressing the Needs of Dual Language Learners
Presenters: EunMi Cho, Ed.D. & Vera F. Gutierrez-Clellan, Ph.D.
Affiliation: Sacramento State University & San Diego State University
Date: August 7, 2009
Length: 59:13
Summary: Patterns of typical/atypical bilingual acquisition in Latino and Korean English language learners that inform development of culturally responsive interventions.
Becoming an Effective Wellness Advocate
Presenters: Sharon Fallis, B.S. & Robert Taylor
Affiliation: UC Davis M.I.N.D. Institute Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities & California Department of Developmental Services
Date: August 7, 2009
Length: 48:42
Summary: Assisting people with disabilities to establish successful partnerships with health-care professionals and to maintain their own wellness plans.
Personal Stories of Successful Transition to Self Sufficiency and Employment
Presenters: Laurie Hoirup, M.S., Rachel Stewart, B.A., & Tammy Eudy
Affiliation: California State Council on Developmental Disabilities & California Health Incentives Improvement Project
Date: August 7, 2009
Length: 30:42
Summary: Assisting people with disabilities to obtain employment and self-sufficiency, i.e. benefits planning, Social Security work incentive programs, personal assistance services, assistive technology, independent living, and employment services.
The Evaluation and Treatment of Behavioral Feeding Disorders in Young Children
Presenters: Mary Beth Steinfeld, M.D., Becky Penrod, Ph.D., & Ann Tompkins, M.S., CCC-SLP
Affiliation: UC Davis M.I.N.D. Institute & Sacramento State University
Date: August 7, 2009
Length: 1:06:02
Summary: Developmental pathways from common infant feeding issues to more serious feeding problems and a multidisciplinary approach to evaluation and treatment of sensorimotor, nutritional and behavioral aspects of these complex disorders.
Understanding and Educating Higher Functioning Individuals with Autism
Presenter: Peter Mundy, Ph.D.
Affiliation: UC Davis M.I.N.D. Institute
Date: August 7, 2009
Length: 59:32
Summary: Social behavioral, emotional and learning characteristics of higher functioning children with autism with emphasis on challenges in school.
