Asperger Syndrome
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Asperger Syndrome Parent Support Group
Meetings monthly in either York or Simcoe, facilitated by Kerry's Place Autism Services, Aurora. (905) 713-6808
www.kerrysplace.com
Adults with Aspergers Online Messaging Board
a forum for adults learning to cope with Aspergers
www.meetup.com/WindsorAspies-com
Asperger Syndrome and Giftedness Website
developed by Kathryn Everest, Autism Ontario York Region's SEAC Rep. to the York Region District School Board
http://ca.geocities.com/everest3732@rogers.com/giftedasperger.htm
Asperger Syndrome Clinic Days in York Region
with Dr. Kevin Stoddart
Clinic hosted by Autism Ontario York Region Chapter
Appointment: Please contact Dr. Stoddart directly by email (preferred) at kevin.stoddart@aspergers.net or by phone at (416) 920-4999.
The first consultation lasts an hour an a half and follow-up appointments are an hour.
The fee for first appointments is $180.00 and $120.00 thereafter, which is payable at the end of the appointment. Many major medical plans partially cover this cost.
Indicate your son/daughter’s name, date of birth and the issues which you are interested in discussing.
Possible topics for the consultations include:
>Managing difficult behaviours
>Dealing with mental health issues
>Developing a comprehensive treatment plan
>School-related problems
>Discussing the diagnosis with affected youth
>Fostering social skills
>Preparing for adulthood
>Family members/spouses with Asperger traits
Dr. Kevin Stoddart has had extensive experience in the field of Autism Spectrum Disorders, Asperger Syndrome and mental health issues. For the last fifteen years Dr. Stoddart’s clinical focus has been children, teens and adults with mild ASDs and, in particular, Asperger Syndrome.
His research and publications focus on understanding the clinical and psychosocial needs of individuals with developmental disabilities, ASDs, and their families.
He has carried out research and published numerous book chapters and articles in the areas of ASDs and developmental disabilities.
He is a Lecturer in Social Work at the University of Toronto, a speaker on Asperger Syndrome and consultant to families and agencies including Autism Society Canada. He serves as Chair of the Board of the Aspergers Society of Ontario and is a board member of Kerry’s Place Autism Services.
Dr. Stoddart recently edited the first Canadian multidisciplinary book on Asperger Syndrome entitled: “Children, Youth and Adults with Asperger Syndrome: Integrating Multiple Perspectives” (Jessica Kingsley Publishers, London UK, 2005).
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