All are welcome! Join us to learn about recent
advances in developmental disabilities. FREE!
Time: 7:00PM – 8:30PM
CIDD Conference Room 101 101 Renee Lynne Court, Carrboro, NC 27510
www.cidd.unc.edu
Wednesday,January 9th
Joseph Piven, M.D.
Director, Carolina Institute for Developmental Disabilities
Sarah Graham Kenan Professor of Psychiatry, Pediatrics and Psychology UNC-CH
Early Brain and Behavior Development in Autism
Learn about new research findings on the early development of autistic symptoms in infants and toddlers between 6 and 24 months of age.
Wednesday, February 13th
Robert B. Christian, M.D.
Assistant Professor
Departments of Pediatrics and Child & Adolescent Psychiatry
Carolina Institute for Developmental Disabilities, UNC-CH
Benefits and Risks of Psychiatric Medication Usage in the Context of Developmental Disabilities
Discuss various classes of medication used to aid the treatment of severe behavioral and emotional challenges in the context of developmental disabilities.
Wednesday, March 13th
Stephen R. Hooper, Ph.D..
Associate Director of Research Psychologist/
Child and Adolescent Neuropsychologist
Professor of Psychiatry, Psychology, Pediatrics and Education
Carolina Institute for Developmental Disabilities, UNC-CH
Pediatric Traumatic Brain Injury in North Carolina: State of the State
Review findings about pediatric traumatic brain injuries with respect to definition, targeted neurodevelopmental outcomes, and the importance of family factors with respect to post-injury recovery and functioning.
Wednesday, April 10th
Deborah Zuver, M.A., LMFT
Co-Director, Project STIR (Steps Toward Independence and Responsibility)
Carolina Institute for Developmental Disabilities, UNC-CH
Raising Expectations: Supporting Successful Transition into Adulthood for Individuals with Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities
Explore a snapshot of emerging opportunities and resources along with an overview of necessary skills and tools for building a successful future.
Wednesday, May 8th
Donna Carlson Yerby, M.Ed.
Assistant Director, Program Development and Evaluation
Education Section Head
Learning Specialist/Educational Diagnostician
Carolina Institute for Developmental Disabilities, UNC-CH
Students with Learning Disabilities: Strategies for Success
Address considerations in determining if a student has a learning disability, the importance of a meaningful IEP, and collaboration with teachers to ensure support.
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Debbie B. Reinhartsen, Ph.D., CCC-SLP
Debbie.Reinhartsen@cidd.unc.edu
966-4138
Dissemination
Speech-Language Pathology Section Head
Associate Professor, Division of Speech and Hearing Sciences
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2013 CIDD Community Talk Series
Carolina Institute for Developmental Disabilities
Light refreshments will be provided.
Respite care is not available.
Convenient parking located next to building.
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