Center for Autism and Related Disabilities at USF


Department of Child and Family Studies :: Florida Mental Health Institute :: University of South Florida

	Autism and Co-Existing Mental Health Disorders (May 4th, 2007) Autism is a complex neurological disorder that impacts 1 in 150 children today. It has gained much attention in the media recently. Awareness of early warning signs, early interventions based on evidence based research, and comprehensive educational strategies in school and home are keys to improved outcomes. Autism spectrum disorders can also occur with mental health concerns such as depression, anxiety, ADHD and Bipolar disorder. This conference will help the audience to understand the nature of these co-existing conditions and how they present in an individual with an autism spectrum disorder. This conference will assist professionals determine how to distinguish characteristics that are autism related versus those associated with a co-existing mental health disorders and provide information on appropriate treatment options. Conference Documents: Conference Agenda Conference Flyer and Registration Form Continuing Education Credits: (You can print the Attendance Verficiation form and bring it with you or forms will be available at the event.) Objectives and Accreditation Attendance Verification Conference Presentations (*New 6/29): ADHD and Autism Autism and Depression Autism and Sleep Bipolar Disorder and Autism Spectrum Disorders OCD and Autism Keynote Presentation