Parent stress; opportunity

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City University
London

Support for Mothers September 2008

My name is Lisa Greenspan and I am offering an opportunity to all mothers with a child with special educational needs to attend two one-hour sessions aimed at helping you to cope with the stresses of everyday challenges that may arise with your child. In the past, support has often been directed mainly at the child, and the parents’ feelings and thoughts can sometimes be overlooked.

This is part of my DPsych in Counselling Psychology research into the support needs of parents of children with special educational needs. Taking part in the research is completely voluntary, meaning that you do not have to take part. Also, if you agree to take part you can withdraw at any time. Any information that you give will be treated as highly confidential and anonymous. No one could ever link you personally with this research.

You will be invited to attend two groups or individual sessions and I will travel to a location suitable to you. I will also send you a short form before hand, asking you a few questions about your child’s behaviour.
If you are interested in finding out more information, please contact lisa.greenspan@gmail.com

Using Applied Behavioural Analysis with Children and Young People with Autistic Spectrum Condition

11th November, 2008 7.30-9.30pm
Spring Common School, American Lane, Huntingdon
£3.00 on the door

Dr Anderson is an expert in ABA which involves breaking skills down into small components. ABA teaches people with autism how to learn and develop relationships as well as making learning fun. She has 30 years of experience in health, special education, and social services with both children and adults with cognitive differences. This talk will be of interest to parents, carers, and professionals.

If you would like to attend please e mail huntspcf@ntlworld.com, or phone
01480 420617/8 .

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