Understanding Autism
🧩 Thriving Through the Medical and Social Perspectives ♾
Thriving with a Holistic Understanding of Autism
Support and advocate for your child with confidence. Gain an understanding of autism through diverse perspectives in this informative workshop.
Parenting a child with autism is a journey of love, resilience, and discovery. If you’ve felt overwhelmed by the different advice and perspectives, this workshop will help you find clarity and feel empowered to confidently support your child.
If you’ve never been exposed to the concept of a medical or social model for autism this session will provide an eye-opening look into how autism is viewed and help you understand it better.
Why attend?
Empower yourself with practical strategies grounded in both the medical and social models of autism. By learning how to navigate these perspectives, you’ll be better equipped to:
Advocate for your child’s needs with confidence.
Build an inclusive environment where your child can thrive.
Feel hopeful and optimistic about your parenting journey.
💰 Cost: It’s FREE for OAP families
🧑🏫 Led by ABA-trained facilitators with oversight by an RBA
Who Should Attend?
👨👩👦 Parents who want to understand their child’s autism more holistically.
Eligibility
✅ Must be a parent, caregiver of a child or teen with autism.
🔹 The individual must be registered with the Ontario Autism Program (OAP) and have a valid OAP registration number.
💻 Access to an internet connection and a device with a camera/microphone for virtual meetings.
🏡 A private space for participating in virtual sessions (if possible).
What you’ll learn:
✅ The Social Model: Autism as a social construct influenced by societal and environmental factors.
✅ The Medical Model: Autism as a neurological condition with biological roots.
✅ Strengths & Limitations: Critically evaluate the benefits and drawbacks of each model
✅ Practical Applications: Integrate insights from both models to support individuals with autism and foster inclusion.