Wednesday, February 1, 2023
About this video
Presented by Abigail Brandt, MA, CCC-SLP, Children’s National Hospital
This two-part series will provide an overview of the development of executive functioning (EF) skills in early childhood (ages 3-6 years), as well as an introduction to strategies to support the early development of EF skills in young children with EF challenges. After attending this webinar participants will be able to:
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Describe the role of executive functioning (EF) in early childhood development, particularly in developmental disabilities and autism spectrum disorder (ASD)
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Identify potential signs of EF challenges in young children with DD/ASD
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Understand the research evidence for how EF relates to long-term functional outcomes in DD/ASD
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Explain the transdiagnostic role of EF in common childhood mental health issues