Helping Individuals with Autism Navigate the Complexities of Puberty and Relationships
Social and sexual relationships can be challenging for individuals on the autism spectrum. Understanding the changes that come with puberty can also be challenging. The goal of this course is to assist behavior analysis professionals in clinical practice in designing strategies for helping individuals with autism spectrum disorders navigate the complexities of puberty and relationships.
Social and sexual relationships can be challenging for individuals on the autism spectrum. Understanding the changes that come with puberty can also be challenging. The goal of this course is to assist behavior analysis professionals in clinical practice in designing strategies for helping individuals with autism spectrum disorders navigate the complexities of puberty and relationships.
Behavioral Intervention Certification Council
Relias Learning, LLC is a BICC Approved CE Provider.
This course aligns with A-1, A-3, A-9, A-11, A-12, C-29 on the BCAT Task List.
Behavior Analyst Certification Board
This course is designed to meet CE requirements as outlined by the BACB.
CEU Type: Learning
Identify issues associated with puberty and individuals with autism.
Describe strategies for assisting individuals with autism in developing healthy relationships with peers.
Describe strategies for teaching individuals with autism how to engage in safe sexual relationships
Outline:
Section 1: Puberty and Autism Spectrum Disorders
Puberty Brings Change
The Impact of Puberty on Children with Autism
Strategies for Addressing Body Changes
Addressing Menstruation
Review
Key Takeaways
Section 3: Healthy Peer Relationships and Autism
Relationship Changes
Targeting Relationship Skills
Sexual and Gender Identity
Review
Key Takeaways
Section 4: Supporting Safe Sexual Relationships and Autism
Knowledge is Important
What Behavior Analysts Need to Know
Key Takeaways
Review
Key Takeaways
Section 4: Conclusion
Course Summary
Dr. Rhonda Davin is a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst with over 25 years of experience in the fields of developmental disabilities and autism. She has served the field as a teacher, college professor, consultant, and expert witness. She started Behavior Consulting Services which provided direct behavior analytic services to children with autism and their families. She has supervised and mentored several behavior analysts and service providers currently practicing in the field today. Dr. Davin has also provided technical assistance for large-scale organizational change efforts in the area of Positive Behavior Supports.
The target audience for this course is: Behavioral Analyst; in the following settings: Intellectual Developmental Disabilities.
Asynchronous/Online Distance Learning; please see certificate details for specifics on delivery format.
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