According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), one in six children in the United States has a developmental disability or developmental delay, and one in 31 has an autism spectrum disorder (ASD). As the American Academy of Pediatrics highlights, there is a shortage of developmental and behavioral specialists, limiting access to specialty care for many children with developmental or behavioral health conditions. This conference will address some of the leading developmental and behavioral health concerns that pediatricians and primary care providers deal with daily:

• Obesity in neurodiverse patients
• Behavioral and psychopharmacologic interventions for aggression/self-injury
• Behavioral health in young children
• Gender identity and neurodiversity
• Complementary and alternative treatments for autism
• Wellness for providers and caregivers  

Each lecture will include evidence-based treatments, support management and resource suggestions.