Practical Interventions for Improving Behavior and Social Skills

According to research by the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH), as many as 1 in 7 (15%) children are labeled with emotional or behavior disorders, disorders that interfere with relationships, participation in daily activities, and learning. Emerging research in cognition and neuropsychology calls for a different kind of therapeutic approach to promote self- regulation and social-emotional problem-solving, and improving academic achievement. Having many different sources and causes for both sensory and behavior issues it is imperative that therapist and educators a equipped with practical solutions to improve long-term outcomes of a child's development.

Participants will learn evidence-based techniques that help children develop through these issues which are critical for the development of thinking and behavior in children. Participants will also learn practical strategies to addressemotional behavior disorders, teach social Interaction skills, and help these individuals' development independent problem-solving skills they can apply in their clinical practice and classroom settings. Gaining these important solutions will equip you will the correct tools to implement tomorrow.

Highlights

• Applying the latest research and neurology to understand the root cause of difficult behavior issues across environments
• Evidence-based, proven strategies to replace stress and anxiety-related behaviors with appropriate language.
• Practically approach interventions from the perspective of an individual with autism spectrum disorder for immediatesuccess
• Develop a new framework for understanding the communicative function of challenging and disruptive behaviors
• Case studies and hands-on activities that help you succeed in the home, school, and clinical setting

Target Audience: Physical Therapists, Physical Therapist Assistants, Occupational Therapists, Occupational Therapy Assistants, Speech-Language Pathologists