Meltdowns: Why Do They Happen & What Can You Do About Them?
Dr. Travis Thompson
July 28, 2008
7:00 - 9:00 pm
Sponsored by the Autism Society of Minnesota and PACER
Location
PACER Center
8161 Normandalel Blvd.
Minneapolis, MN 55437
Registration
Registration is free.
To register, please download the registration brochure below or contact PACER at 952-838-9000.
Workshop Description
Dr. Travis Thompson, Ph.D., defines meltdowns as emotional or behavioral outbursts triggered by something in the environment. He will share specific ways to help children overcome everyday challenges and develop critical skills. This workshop is for parents of children with autism or related developmental disorders from toddler to middle-school age.
Presenter
Dr. Thompson is supervising psychologist for the Minnesota Early Autism Project and a professor of pediatrics at the University of Minnesota. He is a grandparent of a child with autism. His new book, "Straight Talk on Autism," will be available for sale and signing by the author.
download Meltdowns brochure and registration form (PDF) 