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Teenage, Tantrums, Transitions
Conference Report.
2nd May 2008
Folk travelled from as far as Aberdeen and London to hear an international panel of speakers share their knowledge of autism and the challenge of getting through teenage years at the Imperial, in Blackpool on Friday, May 2nd. The event was organised by My Town Tiggers. It included the findings of a recent research project into provision for young adults with Autistic Spectrum Disorders on the Fylde. Local MP Gordon Marsden, who has a particular interest in autism and aspergers provision, detailed current government initiatives. A partnership between the parent led company My Town Tiggers, and the Complex Difficulties Team at Blackpool Council resulted in an excellent event (which was sold out!) and places Blackpool on the map as a growing source of expertise in autism beyond Education. Planning has already started on next year's conference.
Prof Rita Jordan is Emeritus Professor of Autism Centre for Education & Research University of Birmingham.
Dr Olga Bagdashina is a parent and Consultant Psychologist and Lecturer in Sensory Issues.
Geoff Evans is a former Senior Lecturer on Autism and is currently an adviser and Trainer with The Options Group.
Photo to follow.
Phil Bannister undertook a research project into Aspergers provision on the Fylde.
David Lund is Executive Director of Children's Services for Blackpool Council
Gordon Marsden MP for Blackpool
Ros Blackburn is an adult with severe autism and a savant ability with language.
See our news report on Ros. Click here
Mick Connelly
Sensory Graph
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