<p>Professionals in the early childhood field are faced with the difficult tasks of identifying early signs of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) in infants and young children and of sharing their concerns with parents sensitively and effectively. In this Master Class, Dr. Carter will discuss research that helps us understand early symptom presentation and the varied course of onset of autism spectrum disorders. Specific strategies to assist in identifying early symptom presentation, including the use of behavioral checklists and structured observations, will be discussed. The importance of learning about parents’ concerns and beliefs about their children’s red flag behaviors will be emphasized as well as potential approaches for discussing ASD when you suspect that a child may be on the spectrum.</p>
<p>Participate virtually through a live webinar! Select the “Virtual Participation” ticket when registering.</p>
<p><strong>About the Speaker<br />
</strong>Alice Carter is a professor in the psychology department at the University of Massachusetts Boston. Trained as a clinical psychologist, Dr. Carter’s work focuses on young children’s development in the context of family relationships, with an emphasis on the early identification of psychopathology and factors that place children at risk for difficulties in social and emotional development. Dr. Carter is an author or co-author of more than 200 articles and chapters, the co-editor of the Handbook of Infant, Toddler, and Preschool Mental Health Assessment with Rebecca Del Carmen, PhD, and the co-author of the Infant-Toddler Social and Emotional Assessment (ITSEA) and the Brief Infant-Toddler Social and Emotional Assessment (BITSEA) with Margaret Briggs-Gowan, PhD. She is a member of the Zero to Three DC: 0-5 Task Force, and a DC: 0-5 trainer.</p>
<p><strong>When: </strong>Friday, March 24<br />
Check-In & Coffee: 8:30 – 9:00 a.m.<br />
Program: 9:00 – 11:30 a.m.</p>
<p><strong>Where:</strong> JF&CS Headquarters<br />
1430 Main Street, Waltham</p>
<p><strong>Cost:</strong> $50</p>
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<p>Registration is required before the session. Space is limited. For more information, email <a href="mailto:IPTI@jfcsboston.org">IPTI@jfcsboston.org</a> or call 781-693-5652.</p>
<p>Applications for continuing education credits have been submitted.</p>
