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Updated on Wednesday, June 04, 2008

By UM NSU Center for Autism & Related Disabilities (CARD)

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“Important elements of intervention programs for preschool children with autism include a focus on the development of pragmatic and functional communication skills (whether verbal or non-verbal), joint engagement and joint social activities, promotion of emotional engagement and regulation, and helping parents to manage behavioral tantrums and maladaptive routines.” (Charman, T., Autism & Its Impact on Child Development, Institute of Child Health, UK. Published online Sept. 16, 2005)  

What:              Interactive program for 2 year olds  

Focus:                     Modeling strategies for increasing social engagement & joint attention between parents and toddlers  

Time:               10:00 –11:00 a.m.  

When:                   8 sessions total, 2 sessions per week                                        

Tuesday           July 15                                                            
Thursday          July 17                                                            
Tuesday           July 22                                                            
Thursday          July 24                                                            
Tuesday           July 29                                                            
Thursday          July 31                                                            
Tuesday           August 5                                                            
Thursday          August 7  

Location:           NSU CARD Office  

Facilitator:             Lori Wise  

Cost:                FREE  

To Register:       Call (954) 262-7111

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