Monday, May 31, 2010

Autism Portage group

The Autism Portage Support Group will be held on Monday, May 31st, 7pm. Christine Longford, with Child and Adolescent Mental Health, Central RHA will be presenting her session on "Depression and Anxiety in Adolescents with ASD".

Do symptoms of depression and anxiety look different in adolescents with autism spectrum disorders, compared to other teens? What are the main causes of depression and anxiety? What are some of the strategies that can be used to help ease the symptoms? What are the unique challenges and complications?

All parents, caregivers, educators and professionals are welcome to attend this session, at 20 Tupper Street North in Portage

This will be our last Autism Portage support meeting of the season.

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