Presenter: Matt Edelstein, PsyD, BCBA-D
All NOTS live Q&A events are held via Zoom from 1:00-2:00 ET / 12:00-1:00 CT / 11:00-12:00 MT / 10:00-11:00 PT.
Description:
This session focuses on understanding repetitive, compulsive, and otherwise idiosyncratic behavior common to people with neurodevelopmental disabilities. The medical model of understanding this phenotype is contrasted with a biopsychosocial model to emphasize the role of the environment in the development and maintenance of these behaviors. Also included are topics related to the way that intervention can both promote individual autonomy and reduce socially significant behavior that can interfere with daily functioning.
Objectives:
- Describe differences between medical and biopsychosocial models of understanding repetitive behavior in NDDs
- Analyze key factors that influence and maintain different types of idiosyncratic behavior
- Identify intervention options for people with NDDS to support bodily autonomy while improving quality of life
Matt Edelstein, PsyD, BCBA-D
Matt Edelstein, PsyD, BCBA-D- Director, Brief Treatment Clinic, Department of Behavioral Psychology at Kennedy Krieger Institute; Assistant Professor, Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences, Johns Hopkins Medicine nbsp;
Dr. Matt Edelstein is a dually licensed clinical psychologist and doctoral level Behavior Analyst. In his professional role, he serves as the director of the Brief Treatment Clinic at Kennedy Krieger Institute and holds an appointment as Assistant Professor in Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. He received his bachelor’s degree from Boston University, his master’s degree in clinical psychology from Columbia University, and his doctorate in Clinical Psychology from Rutgers University. Dr. Edelstein's current clinical and research interests include the behavioral assessment and treatment of severe challenging behavior in children and adolescents, caregiver and staff training, and high dosage behavioral treatment models.
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