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| Addressing Ethical Concerns: Focus on Young Children with Autism |
| Sunday, May 30, 2004 |
| 3:00 PM–3:50 PM |
| Back Bay B |
| Area: AUT/CSE; Domain: Applied Research |
| Chair: Suzanne Letso (Connecticut Center for Child Development) |
| ERICA ROEST (Connecticut Center for Child Development) |
| SHAHLA S. ALA'I-ROSALES (University of North Texas) |
| KATHLEEN MANNION (Nassau Suffolk Services for Autism) |
| Abstract: The ethical responsibilities and role of behavior analysts in the process of identification and treatment of young children with autism will be discussed. Erica Roest will discuss the role and responsibilities of psychologists through the evaluation and advocacy process. Shahla Ala'i-Rosales will discuss the obligations and responsibilities of Early Intervention Service Providers. Kathy Mannion will discuss the ethical considerations of behavior analysts working with parents and provide insight into a parent's perspective and vulnerabilities. |
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