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POEMs Research Summaries
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USPSTF: No recommendation for autism spectrum disorder screening in children aged 18-30 months
Clinical Question
Should we screen for autism spectrum disorder in children aged 18 to 30 months?
Bottom Line
The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) concludes that there is insufficient evidence to determine whether the benefits outweigh the risks of screening for autism spectrum disorder (ASD) in children aged 18 months to 30 months (I statement) for whom no concerns of ASD have been raised by their parents or care providers. (LOE = 2a-)
Reference
Study Design: Practice guidelineFunding: Government Setting: Outpatient (any) Allocation: Unknown
Synopsis
The USPSTF found evidence that currently available screening tests can detect ASD among children aged 18 to 30 months. However, citing a lack of direct evidence on the benefits of screening for ASD in toddlers and preschool-aged children for whom no concerns of ASD have been raised by family members, other caregivers, or health care professionals, the USPSTF concludes there is insufficient evidence to recommend screening for this population. The task force also found that the harms of screening for ASD and subsequent interventions are likely to be small; thus the I statement (the balance of benefits and harms cannot be determined and patients should understand the uncertainty). The American Academy of Pediatrics continues to recommend universal screening for ASD in all children at ages 18 and 24 months along with developmental surveillance and monitoring. The American Academy of Family Physicians concludes that the current evidence is insufficient to assess the balance of benefits and harms of screening for ASD in children for whom no concerns of ASD have been raised.
David Slawson, MD
Director of Information Sciences University of Virginia Health System | ||
Thursday, April 21, 2016
POEMs Research Summaries Update: ASD Screening
aaidd 2016 Annual Meeting
The Meaning of "Professional" in an Era of Change
AAIDD's 140th Annual Meeting, The Meaning of "Professional" in an Era of Change, June 6-9 in Atlanta, Georgia, offers five blocks of concurrent sessions featuring information on the outcomes of more than 130 projects, programs, and research studies!
The deadline to regster at the early bird rate is May 9, 2016.
The deadline to make hotel reservations at the preferred rate is May 13, 2016.
Come early or stay late! Participate in a host pre- and post- conference meetings that concentrate on special topics. CEUs available!
Awards Breakfast
Wednesday, June 8, 2016 from 8:00 - 8:45 am
Join us over breakfast to recognize our members and others for their service to the field with awards. Open to all conference attendees at no additional cost!
Join us over breakfast to recognize our members and others for their service to the field with awards. Open to all conference attendees at no additional cost!
Pre-Conference SessionsMonday, June 6, 2016 from 1:00-4:00pm
A host of in depth sessions are held the Monday afternoon before the conference, most approved for CEUs.
Corrected link:
See the complete list of pre-conference sessions here.
See the complete list of pre-conference sessions here.
Post-Conference SessionsThursday, June 9, 2016 from 9:00am-12:00pm
Additional in depth sessions are held the Thursday morning after the conference, most approved for CEUs.
CEUs
Psychologists: The University of Tennessee Health Science Center Boling Center for Developmental Disabilities is a co-sponsor of continuing education and has certified the pre and post conference offerings for up to eight (8) hours of continuing professional education for psychologists.
Social Workers: This program's pre and post conference offerings are approved by the National Association of Social Workers for up to 8 Social Work continuing education contact hours.
Thursday, April 14, 2016
Wednesday, April 13, 2016
Register Now for Spectrum Family Camps
Spectrum Family Camps
MAY 6 - 8, 2016 & OCTOBER 28 - 30, 2016
Ridgetop Cabin - $310.00 for a cabin, up to 4 people Additional person $80.00
Spectrum Family Camp offers families with children on the autism spectrum a fun and safe environment, with well-trained staff that truly understand kids on the spectrum.
We'll take care of the details like sensory friendly activities, picture charts for easier transitions, and menus designed to accommodate diets (GF/CF? Covered!) upon advanced request.
What is there to do at Family Camp?
Click here to see a sample schedule.
We provide fun activities for campers of all ages.
· Crafts
· Archery
· Riflery
· Hikes to places like Rainbow Falls
· Animal Center
· Zip Line
· Evening Programs: Campfire & Carnival
Special Activities provided on certain weekends:
· Canoeing (May & October)
· Horseback Riding (October)
The activities listed above are all optional...it's OK just to head to the waterfront and sunbathe, visit "Pretty Place" for a little quiet inspiration or enjoy a leisurely hike around Camp. Your schedule is up to you!
Free Assistive Technology Workshop
Behavior Supports
Date:
April 20, 2016
Time:
9:30am – 11:30am
Location:
Presenter:
Madalina Tudora
Are you constantly looking for new or better ways to address undesirable student behavior in your classroom? Assistive Technology can help! This workshop is designed to provide teachers with the necessary tools to intervene in the classroom in a meaningful way that will meet the behavioral and emotional needs of students. We will discuss how you can incorporate assistive technology supports in planning and instruction as a way to prevent unwanted behavior and encourage positive behaviors. We will explore behavioral support strategies benefits and simple methods for implementing them in the classroom. Free and low cost resources will be provided.
Madalina Tudora is an Assistive Technology Specialist for the SC Department of Education. She supports school districts in building capacity for assistive technology by providing guidance, resources and training for local assistive technology teams in SC. She also conducts workshops for teachers, therapists, administrators, and parents on various assistive technology topics. Her undergraduate degree is in Special Education, and her graduate degree is in Psychology. She is nationally certified as an Assistive Technology Professional through RESNA.
Tuesday, April 12, 2016
Strides for Autism
You've got just 6 days to register online to get through check-in quicker, start your Team, and ask your friends and family for their support! Click here and register now! Midlands friends, you’re coming up in just 20 days, so get a head-start now!
Latest Upstate Announcements!
· Photographer Needed! If you’re good with a camera, please emailSusanL@scautism.org about being our event photographer!
· Marty The Magician is coming! You’ve seen him at Strides events in the past, and you’ll love his tricks this year too!
· Jay Dee the Balloon Guy is coming! You name it, he can make it!
Latest Midlands Announcements!
· Seniors to Kick Off Event! SCAS would love to have transitioning and graduating high school seniors help us kick off the walk. Emailchristie@scautism.org to participate!
· Decorate Your Wheels! Again this year, decorate your wagon, wheelchair or stroller to enter in our contest!
Strides for Autism 2016 is coming up fast! Strides for Autism is the South Carolina Autism Society’s signature fund-raising and awareness walk. Sign up to Participate in an event, Create a Team, and ask your friends, family, and coworkers to Donate to your team! Click here for a quick tutorial on the newregistration process! Click here for a Sample Strides Team Fundraising letter.
Sign up today and start your team at
http://www.scautism.org/strides/
WHEN AND WHERE!
Upstate
Saturday, April 16, 2016
Heritage Park, Simpsonville
Honorary Chairs:
City of Simpsonville Police City of Greenville Police
Emcee: Jenna Kochenauer, WORD Radio
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Saturday, April 30, 2016Saluda Shoals Park, Irmo
Honorary Chair: TBA
Emcee: TBA
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WHAT TO EXPECT!
• Fun-walk
• Family-fun activities
• Resource fair
Current Upstate Exhibitors Include: BMW Manufacturing, Brain Balance, Carolina Center for Counseling & Behavioral Interventions, Carolina Family Services, Early Autism Project, Easter Seals, Greenville Health System, Palmetto Autism Interventions, Peace and Comfort Care, Pee Dee Kids, Shape of Behavior, Springbrook Behavioral Health
Current Midlands Exhibitors Include: Autism Academy of South Carolina, Camp T.A.L.K., Caring, Inc., Carolina ABA Solutions, LLC, Davis Orthodontics, Early Autism Project, Easter Seals, Lexington Medical Center, Palmetto Autism Interventions, Shape of Behavior, Springbrook Behavioral Health, TALK Services, Team Therapy
OUR GOALS ARE SIMPLE.
• Raise the awareness of autism spectrum disorders. The better understanding our society has about autism, the better the quality of life for those on the spectrum will be.
• Raise funds for the South Carolina Autism Society.
FUNDS RAISED GO TOWARDS SEVERAL SERVICES.
Case Management
Our Case Managers work to ensure that the individuals on their caseloads receive the best services to which they are entitled. |
Parent School Partnership
Our Parent Mentors work to assist children with autism in reaching their maximum potential in the classroom through appropriate services and accommodations. |
Information & Referral
We aim to help provide accurate and timely information to families and professionals about autism spectrum disorders and services available throughout the state. |
Training
We regularly provide training to families and professionals about various strategies and supports. Your support will help us expand this training statewide! |
Advocacy
We work with policy makers throughout the state to help improve the services available to individuals with autism spectrum disorders. |
Events
In addition to our Strides for Autism events, we regularly partner with other community organizations to provide respite and family activities statewide. |
SPONSORSHIP & EXHIBITOR OPPORTUNITIES
Corporate Sponsorships opportunities are available, as are spaces at the Resource Fair. For more information, visit: https://scautism.org/sponsor/
SCOUT FLAG CEREMONY
If you are interested in participating in Strides Scouts Flag Ceremony, please register here. Registration is necessary so that we can ensure enough patches are available to award to all the participating scouts. We are also seeking adult scout leaders to lead the flag ceremony on the event day for both events.
Sign up today and start your team at
http://www.scautism.org/strides/
Additional information for Strides for Autism, along with information about autism and SCAS is available online at http://scautism.org or by calling the Columbia SCAS office at 1-800-438-4790.
Advocacy Day for Access and Independence
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Wednesday, April 06, 2016
Disability Benefits & Employment
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Tuesday, April 05, 2016
Assistive Technology Coalition Free Webinars
Free Webinars - Post-Secondary, Adults & General
Introducing TalentWorks (Accessible Recruiting & Hiring) from PEAT & ODEP
Tuesday, April 5, 2016 at 10am Pacific, 1pm Eastern
Building a Digital Accessibility Program from Mid-Atlantic ADA Ctr & SSB BART
Wednesday, April 6, 2016 at 11am Pacific, 2pm Eastern (90 min.)
Thursday, April 7, 2016 at 10am Pacific, 1pm Eastern
Creating Accessible Youtube Media from EASI
Tuesday, April 12 at 11am Pacific, 2pm Eastern
Standard, Practical and FREE AT! from GA Tools for Life
Thursday, April 14, at 12pm Pacific, 3pm Eastern
The Digital Accessibility Maturity Model: Enabling Accessibility Operations from Mid-Atlantic ADA Ctr & SSB BART
Wednesday, April 20, 2016 at 11am Pacific, 2pm Eastern (90 min.)
Thursday, April 21, 2016 at 2pm Pacific, 5 pm Eastern (90 min.)
Building Accessible Online Recruiting and Hiring Systems from PEAT & ODEP
Thursday, April 21, 2016 at 11am Pacific, 2pm Eastern (30 min.)
Tuesday April 28, 2016 at at 11am Pacific, 2pm Eastern
Free Webinars - Mainly K-12 Educators & Parents
Managing Conflict and AT, Part 3: Using Dialogue Skills to Find Common Ground from AbleNet on April 7, 2016 at 9am Pacific, 12pm Eastern
Wearable Technology as AT from AbleNet
April 12, 2016 at 9am Pacific, 12pm Eastern
from AbleNet on April 28, 2016 at 9am Pacific, 12pm Eastern
Five from iCATER: No pre-registration, but log onto the webinar platform at 1pm Pacific, 4pm Eastern. (Download required for first time use, so start 10 minutes early.) Sessions may be 20 minutes.
- April 6 – iPrompts Pro
- April 13 – iReadWrite
- April 20 – SpeakIt! (Chrome)
- April 27 – Touch Chat HD
- May 4 – Virtual Manipulatives
All sessions start at 3:30PM Pacific, 6:30PM Eastern unless noted.
- April 11 - Proloquo2Go: Basic Customization and Tips (1pm Pacific, 3pm Eastern)
- April 12 - N2Y & SETBC: Free and Awesome Visual Supports
- April 12 - Low Tech Tools to Engage Students throughout the Classroom
- April 18 - Determining Reading and Writing Accommodations
- April 19 - Bookshare.org
- April 20 - AAC In High School and Transition (5pm Pacific, 8pm Eastern)
- April 25 - AC Considerations for Students with Multiple Disabilities
- April 26 - iPad Configuration for LD Students
- April 27 - Low Tech Literacy Tools
- April 28 - Apps for School Based OTs
- May 2 - Strategies for Communicating with Students using AAC
- May 3 - Speech Recognition
- May 4 - Intro to IntelliKeys & Overlay Maker
Lexington Sertoma Club Free Community Education Program!
Free community education program on hearing health sponsored by the Lexington Sertoma Club!
Title:
"Can Living and Aging with Hearing Loss Occur Gracefully!?"
Presenter:
Dr. Marcia Hay-McCutcheon, The University of Alabama
When:
Tuesday, May 3, 2016
Where:
Lexington Chamber of Commerce
311 West Main St.
Lexington, SC
Times:
Attend either 2 1/2 hour session: 9 am or 1:15 pm
Registration:
FREE, but pre-registration is required by April 28
A hearing loop will be available for those with hearing aids and cochlear implants.
For more information: www.lexingtonsertomaclub.org
Friday, April 01, 2016
AbleNet, Inc. Free Webinars
AbleNet, Inc. is offering many free webinars for a wide range of assistive technology interests and needs:
Check them out by clicking here!
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