The board of INSAR and several committee chairs met this week in Washington DC to review progress on INSAR’s strategic initiatives to support INSAR’s mission: to promote the highest quality autism research in order to improve the lives of individuals affected by Autism Spectrum Disorder. We are proud of Dr. Bernier for his involvement with INSAR!
Autism 210: Benefits of Mindfulness
October 20, 2016
Instructor: Felice Orlich, PhD
Mindfulness involves “paying attention in a particular way: on purpose, in the present moment, and non-judgmentally” (Kabat-Zinn, 1994). It is practiced by focusing on the present moment and being aware of one’s feelings, thoughts, and sensations. Mindfulness has been shown to have benefits in reducing stress and improving people’s quality of life. Dr. Felice Orlich will discuss the benefits of mindfulness for children with ASD and their families. Her presentation will include “mindful moment” exercises that are: 1) easy to do, 2) have practical application, and 3) promote self-care.
Classes are open to the general public. There is no need to register in advance to attend. Lectures are held the third Thursday of the month, 7 to 8:30 p.m., at Seattle Children’s Hospital’s main campus in Wright Auditorium. Park free in Lot 1. Enter the hospital through the River entrance, located straight across from the parking garage. Get an entrance badge from the Greeter Desk (bring photo ID). Lectures are available through Seattle Children’s video and teleconferencing outreach program and can be viewed at various locations throughout Washington, Alaska and Oregon. View Seattle Children’s video teleconferencing site information (PDF). Lectures are also recorded. View past lectures.
Join us this weekend, Saturday September 24, 2016, 9:00-12:00, at the Autism Speaks Walk in Seattle! The walk raises funds to support vital research and top-quality programs that are changing the future for those who struggle with autism.
Stop by the Bernier Lab and the Seattle Children’s Autism Center’s booth at the Walk to learn more about research opportunities! You can Donate to a walker from our team by following this link!
Autism Speaks Walk, Saturday September 24, 2016, 9:00-12:00, Seattle Center Next 50 Plaza.
Autism 209: Multicultural Issues and Autism Spectrum Disorder
September 15, 2016
Instructors: Robin Tatsuda, MSW, ARC of King County, and Sayaka Omori, MEd, Open Doors for Multi-Cultural Families
Research has indicated that autism impacts individuals equally across cultures. However, families from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds often face obstacles to accessing information, support and treatment across systems (e.g., educational, medical, state agencies). Tatsuda and Omori will identify and discuss the structural and cultural barriers for families of linguistically and culturally diverse backgrounds. This includes barriers for the family to access information and services and barriers for professionals to effectively support families. Real family stories and tips/strategies will be integrated throughout the presentation.
Classes are open to the general public. There is no need to register in advance to attend. Lectures are held the third Thursday of the month, 7 to 8:30 p.m., at Seattle Children’s Hospital’s main campus in Wright Auditorium. Park free in Lot 1. Enter the hospital through the River entrance, located straight across from the parking garage. Get an entrance badge from the Greeter Desk (bring photo ID). Lectures are available through Seattle Children’s video and teleconferencing outreach program and can be viewed at various locations throughout Washington, Alaska and Oregon. View Seattle Children’s video teleconferencing site information (PDF). Lectures are also recorded. View past lectures.