Autism Clinic Upcoming Live Events

Virtual training opportunities

Children’s Mercy is currently offering virtual educational opportunities for families, health care professionals and community professionals in place of our in-person educational trainings. All virtual sessions are free and you must register to attend.

If you are interested in a topic, please reserve a spot by sending an email to autism@cmh.edu. Thank you for helping us all keep safe.

Upcoming events

Autism Family (VIRTUAL) Training Series Presents:

A Developmental Approach to Managing Problem Behaviors

Common problem behaviors associated with autism and developmental disabilities (including tantrums, non-compliance, aggression) can interfere with day-to-day activities at home, in school and in public. A variety of strategies based on the basic concepts of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) will be shared that can help children and families prevent and reduce these daily problems. Dr. Olsen will also highlight tips for sibling behaviors toward their brother or sister with autism, how to involve them with each other, and provide parents/caregivers with ideas on how to prioritize the typical sibling too.

Training is FREE and registration is REQUIRED

When: Tuesday, August 6, 2024

Time: 6:00 p.m. to 7:15 p.m.

Location: Virtual

Presenter: Darren Olsen, PhD

Medication Use in Kids with Autism

There is no specific medicine to treat/cure autism. However, there are medications that may target certain behaviors or conditions associated with autism to help allow the child with autism to focus on other things – like learning and communication. Join us as Dr. Hanein Edrees talks about:

What medications might help with treating symptoms / behaviors associated with autism
What to consider when making the decision to begin a medication
What about side effects?

When: Tuesday, September 10, 2024

Time: 6:00 to 7:15 p.m.

Location: Virtual

Presenters:

Hanein Edrees, MD

Training is free and registration is required.