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Dealing with a child's anxiety (Under 10's) associated with children with autism and related disorders

PEAT (Parents Education as Autism Therapists)

PEAT (Parents Education as Autism Therapists)

Cost: 50.00

Anxiety and autism can go hand in hand. Causes are numerous, but there are ways in which you can reduce anxiety for your child with autism.

Dealing with your child's anxiety (Under 10)

Facilitation by:

  • Dr Nichola Booth, Board Certified Behaviour Analyst

Everyone suffers from anxiety however some children on the autism spectrum experience such high levels of anxiety that it restricts their access to everyday activities such as school, birthday parties, and outings with their families. This workshop will help with identifying potential causes of anxiety that manifest in children under the age of 10. Strategies that can help parents and professionals working with those on the ASD spectrum to alleviate anxiety will be discussed.

Who should attend?

  • Parents and carers of children with a confirmed diagnosis of Autism or related disorder.
  • Parents and carers of children referred for or under assessment for Autism or related disorder.
  • Individuals involved with families of children with Autism e.g. health visitors, family support workers, social workers, etc.
  • Individuals directly supporting children and young people with Autism e.g. teachers, teaching assistants, education welfare officers, youth workers, etc.
  • Individuals working with or supporting young children with Autism/suspected autism e.g. early years, childcare workers, etc.
  • Those in community and voluntary settings where projects involve working with children and young people with Autism/suspected autism.

Refreshments and light lunch included.

Places are limited and will be allocated on a first come first serve basis.

BOOKING ONLINE THROUGH THE PEAT WEBSITE. SEE URL LINK.

Date and Time

Location

385 Springfield Road
Belfast
BT12 7DG
United Kingdom

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