Navigating Autistic Perspectives & Leveraging Special Interests for Everyday Enrichment

Learning Objectives: 1. Learn about autistic interests and what can make them different. 2. Learn strategies for engaging with your child's special interests. 3. Understand how to connect special interests to activities of daily living, self-care, work, and school. Access additional resources created for this presentation here: https://bit.ly/427wwVt In this webinar, we will discuss a strength-based approach that recognizes how special interests can facilitate, instead of hamper, participation in work, school, volunteering, connecting with others, and more. We will share and discuss real-world examples and successes of leveraging special interests from Naomi's clinical practice. We will also have an opportunity to hear from Alex Breton, an autistic adult who leveraged his special interest in Dungeons and Dragons to find job opportunities. This webinar is designed with parents and caregivers of autistic children and youth in mind. Professionals are welcome to join. Speakers: Naomi Hazlett, BSc., MScOT, erg. featuring Alex Breton, Self Advocate This presentation will also be offered in French see Learning Resources for more information: https://www.autismontario.com/fr/prog... #autism #autismontario _____________________________________________________________ Disclaimer: Opinions reflected in this webinar are those of the speakers, and do not necessarily reflect Autism Ontario’s views. Please note Autism Ontario does not endorse any specific therapy, product, treatment, strategy, opinions, service, or individual. We do, however, endorse your right to information. Autism Ontario strongly believes that it is important to do your own research and make your own informed decisions.