
Autism Spectrum Disorder in Females
INSTRUCTORS:
Andrea Fourie
Speech & Language PathologistAutism Spectrum Disorder in Females : Part 1
Points: 3 CPD POINTS
Price: R360 incl VAT
Course Description
This presentation will look at the following:
- Autism Spectrum Disorders
- Prevalence and Incidence
- DSM-V diagnostic criteria
- Core Deficits
- Neurobiological differences
- Autism Spectrum Disorders and Co-morbidities
- Research on ASD in females
- Core deficit differences
- Profile and presentation
- Diagnostic concerns
- Influence of IQ
- Repetitive and restrictive behaviours and interests
- Gender bias in diagnostic criteria
- Recommendations for research and practice