July 7 - 9, 2021
Join Kim at the 2021 Dup15q International Family Conference in the US. Dup15q Alliance International Family Conferences are held every other year to provide families with an opportunity to meet and learn. They connect families and professionals, from the US and internationally, to provide pertinent information regarding Dup15q Syndrome advances and treatments. Tailored to benefit the entire family, the conferences include scientific, genetic and clinical discussions, respite care, sibling sessions and group activities. Sessions will be held on the latest research, treatment and therapies with views from clinicians, providers and parents. Break-out sessions have also been organized for Moms and Dads that offer a wonderful opportunity to gather with other parents and share the challenges, fears, hopes and successes of raising a family with Dup15q in the mix. These honest exchanges bring both tears and laughter, and most of all, the healing of knowing that you are not alone in your experience parenting a child with Dup15q.
Session with Kim:
“Becoming a Behavioral Detective”
There is always a reason for the behavior! This powerful one-hour presentation will provide an introductory overview of what sits behind the scenes of complex behaviour, and how we can support people in being their best selves. Regardless of the diagnosis, differently wired brains commonly struggle with processing sensations, developing self-regulation, and social communication. A mindset of curiosity and compassion will be the focus, in supporting a wide-range of strategies that are relevant at home, at school and in all level of relationships.
Learning objectives:
Gain a deeper understanding of the function of challenging behavior
Differentiate between sensory cognitive, sensory and emotional contributions to complex behavior
Be introduced to strategies and skills to support people in a wide variety of contexts
This conference is open to the public.
