Greenwich Hospital, FAP to Host Autism Treatment Presentation

From Friends of Autistic People:

On April 18th, 6:30 PM, Noble Room: Greenwich Hospital will host co-host with FAP (Friends of Autistic People) a presentation by Dr. Roger J. Jou, Medical Director at the Center for Translational Developmental Neuroscience, Yale Child Study Center on Medication, Mental Health, and Autism.Dr. Jou will present on new treatment applications of psychotropic medications and potential side effects.

Individuals living with autism are at increased risk for mental health conditions. Given the shortage of prescribers and other professionals specialized in treating mental health conditions in individuals living with autism, the aforementioned process is at risk for breakdown. This presentation addresses these various challenges by providing an overview on psychotropic medications followed by principles and practices for use in this special population. New treatment strategies are also presented, including experimental approaches targeting core social and communication vulnerabilities.