Description
This online presentation aims to provide an overview of challenges autistic young people may face throughout their sexual development. Sexual behaviours are discussed and understood through an autism lens. Strategies to support sexual education and to promote a positive approach to sexuality is also discussed.This event will cover:
- Impact of Adolescence and Puberty
- Sexual Development in Autism
- Inappropriate Sexual Behaviours
- Supporting autistic individuals with healthy sexual development
- Sex Education for autistic individuals
- Specific interventions and programs
Trainers
- Belinda Gargaro (Clinical Neuropsychologist) — Monash Early in Life Mental Health Service
Eligibility criteria
Categories:
Capability 9 - Delivering holistic and collaborative assessment and care planning
Disciplines:
Allied Health,
Medical,
Nursing,
Other
Levels:
Introductory
Lifespans:
Child,
Adolescent
09:00 to 12:30 Add to calendar
Online
Subsidised rate of $65 for Victorian CYMHS/CAMHS/ICYMHS, Orygen clinicians, Take Two, Headspace, ACCHO/ACCHS, PMAACC Partner (with email approval), Public Assessment Teams (with email approval) and Childrens' Health & Wellbeing Local (Brimbank-Melton/Loddon-Bendigo/Southern-Monash)
