Presenter:
Noe Lopez, Behavior Specialist - Morgan Autism Center
Presented in English with live simultaneous Spanish interpretation
Children with autism may engage in aggression, self-injurious behavior (SIB), and / or elopement as a way to communicate unmet needs, feelings, or sensory overwhelm. This webinar will help attendees understand how to identify why these behaviors occur, how to prevent escalation when possible, and respond safely using evidence based-practices when challenging behaviors happen. Attendees will also learn the components of a clear, compassionate crisis plan to support both the child and the adults caring for them.
In this webinar, you will learn how to:
●Understand the main triggers for aggression, self-injury, and elopement,
●Identify early warning signs and prevent situations from escalating,
●Safely de-escalate behaviors while protecting the child and those around them,
●Access tools that can prevent / reduce incidents, and how to create a crisis plan
Register here: https://www.php.com/event/managing-aggression-elopement-and-self-injurious-behavior-in-autism/