For more information on the services I provide for individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and Aspergers please visit my web page at http://www.relatedminds.com
Click here: http://www.autismoutreach.ca/elearning/environmental-issues/relaxation-strategies
This is an excellent video by Jacquie Bezo, an Educational and Behavioural Consultant with POPARD. in the video she discusses some of the challenges individuals with ASD may face in the area of stress & coping. She provides both concrete and abstract methods of relaxation to deal with stress and anxiety with children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) or Aspergers. For parents with children with autism (ASD) or Aspergers in the school system will find this a valuable video as it presents several skills that should be part of any child's IEP (Individual Education Plan). It a nice, simple and show learning lesson.
Dr. Jim Roche
Registered Psychologist
Saturday, August 13, 2011
Thursday, August 11, 2011
Raising awareness of adult autism | BPS
Raising awareness of adult autism | BPS
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and Asperger's Disorder are lifelong conditions that in the UK alone affects over 500,000 people. In the UK there are a number of current government sponsored initiatives to raise awareness of adult autism and Asperger's. Often ASD is overlooked when adults are seen in mental health facilities, and many medical practitioners are unaware and untrained to administer tests and measures that effectively diagnose these conditions. While most professionals know something about autism, they do not necessarily understand how autism affects people, and these effects are what really matter in day to day living.
The British Psychological Society has developed a series of e-learning modules to raise awareness of adult autism. These are delivered through their BPS Learning Centre, the modules appeal to a range of learners, including members of the public. The modules concentrate on raising awareness, delivering knowledge and understanding from introductory to specialist levels. These are excellent training programs to start with, especially when it comes to adult autism, as there are so few good recourses out there. The link to the British Psychological Society site is above.
The three e-learning modules are:
• Building awareness of adult autism
• Supporting adults with autism (coming soon)
• Working with adults with autism (suitable for Practitioner Psychologists and other professionals) (coming soon)
If you are in need of assessment, diagnosis and treatment for autism and its effects on adults in the home, in relationships or in the work place, please feel free to contact me.
Dr. Jim Roche, Registered Psychologist
RelatedMinds Educational Services
www.relatedminds.com
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and Asperger's Disorder are lifelong conditions that in the UK alone affects over 500,000 people. In the UK there are a number of current government sponsored initiatives to raise awareness of adult autism and Asperger's. Often ASD is overlooked when adults are seen in mental health facilities, and many medical practitioners are unaware and untrained to administer tests and measures that effectively diagnose these conditions. While most professionals know something about autism, they do not necessarily understand how autism affects people, and these effects are what really matter in day to day living.
The British Psychological Society has developed a series of e-learning modules to raise awareness of adult autism. These are delivered through their BPS Learning Centre, the modules appeal to a range of learners, including members of the public. The modules concentrate on raising awareness, delivering knowledge and understanding from introductory to specialist levels. These are excellent training programs to start with, especially when it comes to adult autism, as there are so few good recourses out there. The link to the British Psychological Society site is above.
The three e-learning modules are:
• Building awareness of adult autism
• Supporting adults with autism (coming soon)
• Working with adults with autism (suitable for Practitioner Psychologists and other professionals) (coming soon)
If you are in need of assessment, diagnosis and treatment for autism and its effects on adults in the home, in relationships or in the work place, please feel free to contact me.
Dr. Jim Roche, Registered Psychologist
RelatedMinds Educational Services
www.relatedminds.com
Wednesday, August 10, 2011
Study finds new ADHD genes, links susceptibility with autism and other neuropsychiatric conditions
Study finds new ADHD genes, links susceptibility with autism and other neuropsychiatric conditions
New research led by The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids) and the University of Toronto has identified more genes in attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and shows that there is an overlap between some of these genes and those found in other neuropsychiatric conditions such as autism spectrum disorder (ASD). The scientists used microarrays (gene-chip technology) to study the DNA of 248 unrelated patients with ADHD. They specifically searched for copy number variants (CNVs), which are insertions or deletions affecting the genes. In three of 173 children for whom the DNA of both parents was available, they found spontaneous CNVs, which occur when the parents are not affected and mutations are new to the child. Rare CNVs that were inherited from affected parents were found in 19 of 248 patients.
Within the group of inherited CNVs, the researchers found some of the genes that had previously been identified in other neuropsychiatric conditions including ASD. To explore this overlap, they tested a different group for CNVs. They found that nine of the 349 children in the study, all of whom had previously been diagnosed with ASD, carried CNVs that are related to ADHD and other disorders. The findings suggest that some CNVs, which play a causal role in ADHD, demonstrate common susceptibility genes in ADHD, ASD and other neuropsychiatric disorders.
"For the first time, we've tested these genetic alterations in ADHD and have a pretty good handle on a couple of decent ADHD candidate genes," says Scherer, who is also Professor in the Department of Molecular Genetics at the University of Toronto and GlaxoSmithKline Chair in Genome Sciences at SickKids. "This is critical, as it gives us confidence in interpreting our results."
ADHD is a common neuropsychiatric disorder that affects four per cent of school-age children worldwide. It is associated with inattention, hyperactivity and impulsiveness that often results in learning difficulties, social problems and underachievement. ASDs are diagnosed in roughly one in 100 children in North America and cause deficits in communication, social understanding and behaviour.
For more information on this study visit the above webpage. For information on services for children, adolescents and adults with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) please visit my website at http://www.relatedminds.com
New research led by The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids) and the University of Toronto has identified more genes in attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and shows that there is an overlap between some of these genes and those found in other neuropsychiatric conditions such as autism spectrum disorder (ASD). The scientists used microarrays (gene-chip technology) to study the DNA of 248 unrelated patients with ADHD. They specifically searched for copy number variants (CNVs), which are insertions or deletions affecting the genes. In three of 173 children for whom the DNA of both parents was available, they found spontaneous CNVs, which occur when the parents are not affected and mutations are new to the child. Rare CNVs that were inherited from affected parents were found in 19 of 248 patients.
Within the group of inherited CNVs, the researchers found some of the genes that had previously been identified in other neuropsychiatric conditions including ASD. To explore this overlap, they tested a different group for CNVs. They found that nine of the 349 children in the study, all of whom had previously been diagnosed with ASD, carried CNVs that are related to ADHD and other disorders. The findings suggest that some CNVs, which play a causal role in ADHD, demonstrate common susceptibility genes in ADHD, ASD and other neuropsychiatric disorders.
"For the first time, we've tested these genetic alterations in ADHD and have a pretty good handle on a couple of decent ADHD candidate genes," says Scherer, who is also Professor in the Department of Molecular Genetics at the University of Toronto and GlaxoSmithKline Chair in Genome Sciences at SickKids. "This is critical, as it gives us confidence in interpreting our results."
ADHD is a common neuropsychiatric disorder that affects four per cent of school-age children worldwide. It is associated with inattention, hyperactivity and impulsiveness that often results in learning difficulties, social problems and underachievement. ASDs are diagnosed in roughly one in 100 children in North America and cause deficits in communication, social understanding and behaviour.
For more information on this study visit the above webpage. For information on services for children, adolescents and adults with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) please visit my website at http://www.relatedminds.com
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