The
National Autistic Society
Novotel London West Hotel
Friday 19 – Saturday 20 September 2008
Taking the theme of 'Research into Practice',
the NAS 2008 International Conference provides a comprehensive
programme combining a wide range of guest speakers including Simon
Baron Cohen, Rita Jordan, V S Ramachandran and Dr Stephen Shore.
Seminar sessions will examine such themes as:
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self injury in autism
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family
support
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equinex/ social eyes
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communication in autism: do we speak
the same language?
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the effectiveness of PECS Study
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the Eclipse Model
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managing challenging behaviour
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sleep disorders
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challenges faced by families
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puberty/ sexuality
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Recent advances in neuro-psychopharmacology
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the use of video in the education
of people with autism
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Gluten free diets
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sensory issues
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aging
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recent advances in research on repetitive
behaviour
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brain donation & the Autism Tissue
Programme
The event promises to provoke interesting debate,
provide opportunities to hear of the latest developments and learn
more about best practice in the care and education of people with
autism spectrum disorders. Most importantly, there will be the
chance to network with others; professionals, families, carers
and people living with autism. The conference will also be promoting
the work of Research Autism.
Full programme details
and online booking are now available at
www.nas2008.org.uk
Contact:
NAS 2008 Conference Office
3rd Floor, 192 Vauxhall Bridge
Road
London SW1V 1DX
Tel: +44 (0) 870 143 6984
Fax: +44 (0) 20 7808 5620
nas2008@meeting-point.co.uk
www.nas2008.org.uk
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