RDI Conference in Indianapolis

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Sincerely,Barbara C. YavorcikPresidentAutism Society of Ohio701 S. Main St.Akron, OH 44311(330) 376-0211fax: (330) 376-1226email: askASO@...home: byavorcik@...web: www.autismohio.org Please note: This is provided for information purposes only. The ASO does not endorse or recommend any providers, methodologies or services. Providing this information should not be construed as an endorsement by the ASO, either explicit or impiled.---------------------------------------“Going to the Heart of Autismâ€: Relationship Development Intervention Therapy for AutismDR. STEVEN GUTSTEINMAY 3 & 4, 2006RADISSON HOTEL INDIANAPOLIS AIRPORT INDIANAPOLIS INDIANAPRESENTED BY THE INDIANA RESOURCE CENTER FOR AUTISMINDIANA INSTITUTE ON DISABILITY AND COMMUNITY INDIANA’S UNIVERSITY CENTER FOR EXCELLENCE ON DISABILITYOVERVIEWResearch & the Core Deficits of AutismSome of the latest scientific research, including results on the quality of life for people on the autism spectrum.The developmental path unique to people on the spectrum, including the concepts of dynamic mental engagement, absolute vs. relative thinking, imperative vs. Declarative communication, etc.Principles of the RDI ProgramBasic principles. Determining developmental readiness, choosing simple settings, creating an experience-sharing communication environment, guiding and pacing, capturing episodic memories, developing competence, modifying and evolving frameworks , and teaching functions before skills.RDI with teenagersRDI Program implementation in school settingsDramatic video clips showing “RDI†in actionâ€..How-To Strategies & Activities:Changing the communication environment to bring about dramatic changes in relating.Developing a new type of memory to create motivation for genuine relationships.Adapting everyday activities to use RDI program concepts as a regular part of daily life.Identifying obstacles to RDI implementation, and much more.WHO SHOULD ATTENDThis workshop is geared for general and special education teachers, administrators, early intervention providers, family members, and those interested in learning more about educating students on the autism spectrum.TRAINING FUNDSFor information on training funds for family members or individuals with disabilities in Indiana, contact the Indiana Governor’s Planning Council for Person’s with Disabilities at (317) 232-7770 or IN *SOURCE at (800) 332-4433.ABOUT THE SPEAKERDr. GutsteinDr. Gutstein serves as the Director of The Connections Center and the Relationship Development Research Institute (RDRI), both located in Houston, Texas. He is internationally recognized as the developer of Relationship Development Intervention (RDI), an innovative new program designed to improve the quality of life for individuals with from Autism Spectrum Disorders. RDI has grown at an incredible rate since its formal inception in 2001, with more than 2,000 families participating in RDI around the world. Currently, 33 professionals in the U.S., Canada, and Australia are Certified Consultants in RDI, having completed an intensive training process, additionally: over 100 professionals currently are in certification training. Dr, Gutstein has conducted clinical research and published papers in such diverse areas as women’s adaptive coping with the crisis of breast cancer; effective preparation programs for children undergoing surgery; nursing-led programs to orient parents to Pediatric Intensive Care Units; and outpatient, family network-based alternatives to serious adolescent suicide attempts. For the last 16 years, he has worked to develop a research-based intervention program addressing the core deflects shared by all people on the autism spectrum. The program is called Relationship Development Intervention (RDI). He and his partner and wife Dr. le Sheely, have published three books and numerous articles related to RDI. They travel internationally conducting workshops and training programs. Dr. Gutstein preliminary evaluation study of RDI recently was accepted for publication by the Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders (JADD). Dr. Gutstein, received his Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from Case Western Reserve University, interned and did post-doctoral work at Rutgers Medical School. From 1979-1987, Dr. Gutstein was Assistant Profession of Psychology and Pediatrics at Baylor Medical School and the University of Texas Medical School. During this period, he also was Director of Psychology at Texas Children’s Hospital and Director of Research at the Houston Child Guidance Center CRUS & CERTIFICATESCertificates of attendance will be provided. Upon approval by the Indiana Professional Standards Board, Certification Renewal Units (CRU’s) will be available. Additional InformationThe conference is scheduled from 8:30 A.M. – 3:30 P.M. with registration and coffee beginning at 7:30 A.M.The registration fee for this conference is $275.00Registration fee includes morning coffee, Danishes, and presentation materials. Lunch will be providedAll registrations are final. No money will be refunded.Make checks or purchase orders payable to Indiana University and return registration form with payment to Stille, IIDC, 2853 East Tenth Street, Bloomington, IN 47408-2696.If you are paying with a purchase order or credit card, you can fax your completed registration form and payment information to the Indiana Resource Center for Autism at (812) 855-9630.Once your completed registration form is received by the Indiana Resource Center for Autism, a confirmation packet will be mailed to participants that includes a confirmation letter, receipt of payment, map to conference location, and lodging information.If you still have questions...If you have questions about the seminar content, please contact Pratt (prattc@ indiana.edu), at (812) 855- 6508.Registration questions should be directed to Stille (dstille@ indiana.edu) or Donna Beasley (dbeasley@ indiana.edu) at (812) 855- 6508.