Knowledge is power, and nothing is more resourceful for a parent raising a child with autism than having a deep understanding of the essential social skills that their child may struggle with.
It even becomes more helpful when an expert in the field offers to deconstruct these skills for parents into manageable, teachable components that can later be reinforced by both parents and the community to promote better social interactions for ASD-impacted children.
Bierman Autism Centers, a leading autism support facility
This is why we are glad to announce that Bierman Autism Centers, a leading autism support facility, will conduct an online seminar for caregivers and parents, including those who are new to the journey of helping their autistic child. Zoom Link https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/3517225415889/WN_tkkmzCKIQlakpxIOJNm-Ng
The webinar, titled “A Beginner’s Guide to Social Skills,” will delve into the fundamental social skills that children with autism often struggle with and provide practical strategies to help reinforce these skills in day-to-day life, both at home and in the community.
Who is the speaker?
The chief speaker is Sydney Bardelli, a highly accomplished professional in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) with over six years of experience. After completing her undergraduate studies in Behavioral Science and Social Psychology at Western Michigan University, she earned a Master’s Degree in ABA.
It’s worth noting that Sydney has accumulated a wealth of knowledge and expertise working in diverse settings such as schools, homes, communities, and centre-based environments. Her dedication to delivering exceptional care with empathy and compassion makes her a perfect fit.
As you probably already know, Autism is a developmental condition that affects communication, behavior, and social interaction. Children with ASD often face challenges in understanding non-verbal cues, initiating and maintaining conversations, and grasping the concept of perspective-taking. The rate of
Autism is on the rise, with approximately 1 in 36 children being diagnosed each year in the U.S. Globally, the prevalence of Autism is estimated to be 1 in 100 children. The cause is not yet pinpointed, but research has shown that pollutants, genetics, and other environmental factors play a role in the development of Autism.
