In recognition of Autism Awareness Month, join us to learn about barriers to medical care for individuals with autism spectrum disorder and other developmental disabilities. Practical strategies for decreasing anxiety and improving care for these individuals will be provided. The use of systematic desensitization, an evidence-based strategy for decreasing anxiety around medical procedures, will be reviewed and highlighted through case examples.
This online program is free and open to Mass General staff, patients, and the general public. No registration needed.
Time: April 8, 2024 at 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM EST
Speaker: Jill Pineda, PhD
Dr. Pineda is a licensed clinical psychologist at the Lurie Center and a clinical instructor at Harvard Medical School. She provides neuropsychological evaluations and therapeutic services for children, adolescents, and adults with autism spectrum disorder and other neurodevelopmental disorders. Dr. Pineda has developed expertise in providing desensitization for medical procedures for individuals with developmental disabilities in the hopes to improve access to medical care for this underserved community.
Have Questions About the Topic? Please submit your questions before the program, so that the speaker may address them during the session.