Dr. Stephen Shore to Discuss His Life with Autism

Charles River Center, Needham, MA, May 10th, 2019. Dr. Stephen Shore, an autistic professor of special education at Adelphi University and author of Understanding Autism for Dummies, will discuss his autobiographical journey from the nonverbal days as he relates his life to the many challenges facing people on the autism spectrum. * Some of the areas he will discuss include:

• classroom accommodation
• teaching of musical instruments
• issues faced by adults, such as relationships, self-advocacy, higher education, and employment

The session ends with a short audience activity demonstrating what it feels like have autism and to struggle through some of the challenges surrounding communication and socialization. * Diagnosed with “Atypical Development and strong autistic tendencies” and “too sick” for outpatient treatment Dr. Shore was recommended for institutionalization. Nonverbal until four, and with much support from his parents, teachers, wife, and others, Stephen is now a professor at Adelphi University where his research focuses on matching best practice to the needs of people with autism. A current board member of Autism Speaks, president emeritus of the Asperger’s Association of New England, and advisory board member of the Autism Society, Dr. Shore serves on the boards of the Asperger Syndrome and High Functioning Autism Association, The US Autism and Asperger Association, the Scientific Counsel of OAR, and other autism related organizations. To register visit www.eventbrite.com/e/life-on-or-slightly-to-the-right-of-the-autism-spectrum-an-inside-view-towards-success-tickets-60278420378 or