Understanding Behavioral Changes in People with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD)

Behavior changes such as aggression, self-injury, withdrawal, or agitation may be more than challenging behaviors—they may be a form of communication. In this educational webinar, Dr. Craig Escudé explores how changes in behavior among people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) can often signal underlying medical, mental health, or environmental concerns. Through real-life examples and practical guidance, participants learn how to recognize potential causes and support individuals more effectively. In This Webinar You’ll Learn: • Why behavior is often a form of communication • The importance of establishing a personal baseline • Common health conditions that can contribute to behavioral changes, including constipation, dental issues, reflux (GERD), urinary tract infections (UTIs), seizures, and other medical concerns • Why medication should not always be the first response • Practical strategies for identifying underlying causes before treating behaviors Resources Mentioned: • IntellectAbility • ID Health Matters Podcast This webinar is designed for family members, caregivers, direct support professionals, clinicians, and anyone supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. About LIFEPlan CCO and ACANY 👇 LIFEPlan CCO and Advance Care Alliance New York (ACANY) support people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) across New York State by helping them find, coordinate, and access services that support health, independence, and community living. Through care management, education, advocacy, and community partnerships, we help individuals and families navigate the disability service system and connect to the supports they need. 👉Subscribe to our YouTube channel- / @ccanycommunity 💡Learn More & Get Support 👉LIFEPlan CCO- https://lifeplanccony.com/ 👉Advance Care Alliance New York (ACANY)-https://acany.org/ 👉Knowledge Center- https://knowledgecenterny.com/ 👉Disability Services NY (DSNY)- https://www.disabilityservicesny.org/ 👉My Choice Supplemental Needs Trust- https://mychoicetrust.org/ 👉Community Networking Events- https://acany.org/community-networkin... Connect With Us - LIFEPlan CCO 👉Facebook- / lifeplanccony 👉Instagram- / lifeplanccony 👉LinkedIn- / lifeplanccony Connect With Us – Advance Care Alliance New York (ACANY) 👉Facebook- / advancecareallianceny 👉Instagram- / aca__ny 👉LinkedIn- / advance-care-alliance