July 17, 2025
9:00am-12:00pm ET
Virtual webinar
Presenters:
Yavuz Ince, M.D.
Hannah Reynard, D.O.
Session description:
This webinar presentation will provide an overview of best practices for addressing aggression and other behavioral concerns in autism and developmental disabilities for transitional-aged youth and adults.
Session objectives:
At the conclusion of this activity, participants will be able to:
Understand the prevalence and types of aggression observed in individuals with autism spectrum disorder (e.g., physical aggression, verbal outbursts, self-injurious behaviors).
Identify behavioral interventions and strategies to manage aggression in individuals with autism
Recognize the role of medications in managing aggressive behaviors in autism, and the importance of medical monitoring and follow up.
The University of Michigan Medical School is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
AMA PRA Category 1
The University of Michigan Medical School designates this Live Activity for a maximum of 2.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
Psychologist CE
The University of Michigan Medical School has been designated by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. The University of Michigan Medical School maintains responsibility for this program and its content.
August 5, 2025
9:00am-12:00pm ET
Virtual webinar
Presenters:
Sarah Mohiuddin, M.D.
Kara Brooklier, Ph.D.
Session description:
This webinar presentation will provide an overview of the best practice methods and tools for assessing and managing autism for transitional-aged youth and adults, including discussing common comorbidities, reviewing diagnostic and management challenges, and presenting methods for guiding individuals and families through the transition to adulthood.
Session objectives:
At the conclusion of this activity, participants will be able to:
Understand the diagnostic criteria for autism spectrum disorder (ASD) in adults, as outlined in the DSM-5
Recognize the challenges in diagnosing autism in adulthood, including co-occurring mental health conditions, and misdiagnosis.
Identify appropriate diagnostic tools for assessing autism in adults.
The University of Michigan Medical School is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
AMA PRA Category 1
The University of Michigan Medical School designates this Live Activity for a maximum of 2.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
Psychologist CE
The University of Michigan Medical School has been designated by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. The University of Michigan Medical School maintains responsibility for this program and its content.
September 12, 2025
9:00am-12:00pm ET
Virtual webinar
Presenters:
Susan Ernst, M.D.
Monica Rosen, M.D.
Session description:
This webinar presentation will provide an overview of best practices for supporting sexual health in autism and developmental disabilities for transitional-aged youth and adults.
Session objectives:
At the conclusion of this activity, participants will be able to:
Identify the unique challenges individuals with autism face in understanding and navigating sexual health
Examine strategies for promoting sexual health and safety in individuals with autism
Address strategies in emphasizing body awareness, sexual boundaries, and the formation of healthy relationships in individuals with ASD
Address various aspects of reproductive health, including STI prevention and treatment, dealing with premenstrual syndrome (PMS) and related behavioral changes, providing contraceptive counseling, understanding the interaction between seizure disorders and menstruation, and exploring options for menstrual suppression
The University of Michigan Medical School is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
AMA PRA Category 1
The University of Michigan Medical School designates this Live Activity for a maximum of 2.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
Psychologist CE
The University of Michigan Medical School has been designated by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. The University of Michigan Medical School maintains responsibility for this program and its content.
September 26, 2025
9:00am-12:00pm ET
Virtual webinar
Presenters:
Jane Harness, D.O.
Gino Anthony Mortillaro, M.D.
Session description:
This webinar presentation will provide an overview of best practices for social media use and its impacts on transitional-aged youth and adults who are autistic or developmentally disabled.
Session objectives:
At the conclusion of this activity, participants will be able to:
Understand the impact of media use (e.g., screen time, social media, gaming) on individuals with autism
Discuss the challenges and risks associated with media use in autism, including difficulties with moderation, social isolation, and exposure to inappropriate content.
Identify healthy media habits for individuals with autism and how media use can be managed
The University of Michigan Medical School is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
AMA PRA Category 1
The University of Michigan Medical School designates this Live Activity for a maximum of 2.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
Psychologist CE
The University of Michigan Medical School has been designated by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. The University of Michigan Medical School maintains responsibility for this program and its content.