Dr. Lovaas to speak at LA FEAT Sept 13

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Please join us at our next LA FEAT Meeting September 13. This month,

we have a very special speaker, Dr. Ivar Lovaas.

" The pioneering work of O. Ivar Lovaas has helped to revolutionize

the treatment of autism in children. Lovaas developed an early,

intensive behavior-therapy approach that emphasizes the power of

positive reinforcement to develop life skills in autistic children,

and in some cases, has practically eradicated the debilitating

symptoms of autism. The majority of the children in his later studies

maintained their gains into adolescence and were indistinguishable

from children with no history of autism. His methods are now used at

treatment centers and clinics throughout the country. Lovaas' work is

fueled by his strong, passionate belief in the potential of the

individual to grow, learn and heal. Now professor emeritus at the

University of California at Los Angeles, Lovaas has published more

than 120 papers on his research and has received numerous awards. "

Copyright 2002 Gale Group

Meeting time and location:

Monday, September 13

7:00-9:00 p.m.

First Lutheran Church

Fellowship Hall

1100 N. Poinsettia Ave

Manhattan Beach, CA 90266

Please note: Although our meetings are geared toward the needs of

parents and families, we welcome professionals. However, due to space

limitations, no more than 2 professionals per agency may attend this

event. There are no tickets or reservations available for this

event. Seating will be on a first come, first served basis, with

preference given to parents and families. Please arrive early (20

minutes is recommended) to ensure that you get a seat.

Meeting will begin promptly at 7:00pm.

If you have a suggestion for a meeting topic, or would like more

information, please email lafeat@... or call toll free 1-866-

4LAFEAT.

LA FEAT was founded by parents of autistic children. We are a non-

profit 501©3 organization dedicated to helping families obtain

quality, effective autism therapies. LA FEAT emphasizes the

importance of research based, data driven treatment for Autism

Spectrum Disorders. We endorse Applied Behavioral Analysis as the

most effective treatment available. Current clinical research shows

that nearly half of all young children with autism treated by an in-

home intensive behavioral program achieve normal intellectual and

educational functioning by the first grade. Even if they do not

achieve normal functioning, nearly all children with autism benefit

from intensive, one-on-one training programs. LA FEAT recommends that

families carefully research treatment options and providers. We are

here to support families in this journey. Join us!