Media Release

1st October 2009

Aspire to host international conference on Asperger Syndrome

Aspire - The Asperger Syndrome Association of Ireland will be hosting an International Conference on Asperger Syndrome to be held on the 17 October 2009 in the National College of Ireland, Dublin. The theme of this year's event focuses on intervention strategies and coping skills.

Asperger Syndrome (AS) is a form of high functioning autism and people with this syndrome can experience great difficulties with communication/social interaction and flexible thinking.

In keeping with Aspire's tradition of helping families, children and adults with AS, this conference will provide training, avenues and ideas as to the possible ways to ensure positive outcomes for people with the syndrome. With a series of insightful speeches and thought-provoking workshops, this conference will be of interest to a wide audience including parents, professionals working in the area of education and individuals with the condition.

EVENT DETAILS:

The Aspire International Conference will be held in the National College of Ireland, Lower Mayor Street, IFSC, Dublin 1.

Date: Saturday, 17^th October 2009

Duration: 9:30 - 16:15

Workshops, Topics and Presentations include:

Social Skills Education Through Drama - A Practical Workshop
Dr. Carmel O'Sullivan, Trinity College Dublin.

Soundscapes in Action - Sound practice and Practical Sound
Patrick James Cosgrove, Senior Music Therapist.

The Role of Nutrition in Autism Spectrum Conditions
Dr. Paul Shattock, University of Sunderland, UK.

Keeping Calm - Ways of Enabling People with AS to Manage Anxiety
Siobhan O'Rourke, Behaviour Therapist.

Booking forms and travel information to the event may be downloaded from the Aspire website or by contacting Aspire directly.

Website
www.aspire-irl.org/events.htm

Direct Contact Details:
Shane O'Halloran, Development Coordinator,
Aspire - The Asperger Syndrome Association of Ireland,
Coleraine House, Carmichael Centre,
Coleraine Street, Dublin 7.

Email: development@aspire-irl.org

Tel: +353 (0)1 8780029

Please note that spaces are limited. Aspire is a registered Charity - Charity Number CHY 11438.

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