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Talking to Your Child About Their Autism Diagnosis

April is Autism Acceptance Month

2025-04-21 18:30:00 2025-04-21 20:30:00 America/New_York Talking to Your Child About Their Autism Diagnosis Designed to support parents and caregivers in discussing an autism diagnosis with their child. For caregivers with a child of any age with autism and have not yet disclosed his/her diagnosis. White Plains Public Library - Auditorium

Monday, April 21
6:30pm - 8:30pm

Add to Calendar 2025-04-21 18:30:00 2025-04-21 20:30:00 America/New_York Talking to Your Child About Their Autism Diagnosis Designed to support parents and caregivers in discussing an autism diagnosis with their child. For caregivers with a child of any age with autism and have not yet disclosed his/her diagnosis. White Plains Public Library - Auditorium

Designed to support parents and caregivers in discussing an autism diagnosis with their child. For caregivers with a child of any age with autism and have not yet disclosed his/her diagnosis.

NewYork-Presbyterian Westchester Behavioral Health Center for Autism and the Developing Brain, in collaboration with the White Plains Library, will host a program
designed to support parents and caregivers in discussing an autism diagnosis with their child. Michelle Gorenstein-Holtzman PsyD. will provide age-appropriate, evidence-based strategies and expert guidance to navigate these discussions with sensitivity and confidence. Resources and advice from a panel of parents and self-advocates will support the discussion.

This program is for those with a child of any age with autism and have not yet disclosed his/her diagnosis.

Topics covered will include:

  • Evidence-based strategies for discussing a child’s autism diagnosis.
  • Essential tips and resources for caregivers.
  • Advice from a panel of parents and self-advocates.

Pre-registration is encouraged, but walk-ins are welcome.  Email community@nyp.org to register.

AGE GROUP: | Parents | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Educational Presentations |

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