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Welcome to PsychEd, the psychiatry podcast for medical learners, by medical learners. This episode covers Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) with not one, not two but THREE experts in the field: Dr. Melanie Penner (Developmental Pediatrician at Holland-Bloorview), Dr. Mitesh Patel (Forensic and Child Psychiatrist at CAMH) and Dr. Yona Lunsky (Psychologist at CAMH)   The learning objectives for this episode are as follows:   By the end of this episode, you should be able to…  Have an understanding of the neurobiology and epidemiology of autism Tailor their diagnostic interview for autism in a way that improves accuracy and is empathic Have familiarity with the impact of autism on people and their families and the interdisciplinary and biopsychosocial approaches involved in caring for people with autism    Host(s): Dr. Alex Raben (PGY5), Dr. Sabrina Agnihotri (PGY1)    Produced by: Dr. Alex Raben (PGY5), Dr. Sabrina Agnihotri (PGY1), Weam Sieffien (CC3) and Dr. Gurnaam Kasbia   Guest experts: Dr. Melanie Penner, Dr. Mitesh Patel and Dr. Yona Lunsky   Episode infographic by Weam Sieffien (CC3) and Dr. Nikhita Singhal (PGY1)   Resources:     https://cpa.ca/docs/File/Psynopsis/2020-Vol42-1/index.html https://autismcanada.org/#home-row-1  Clinical guide for front line staff to support the management of patients with a learning disability, autism or both during the coronavirus pandemic  Magnetoencephalographic (MEG) Brain Activity During a Mental Flexibility Task Suggests Some Shared Neurobiology in Children With Neurodevelopmental Disorders Books:    Look Me in the Eye: My Life with Asperger's  Neurotribes      References   American Academy of Pediatrics. Management of Children With Autism Spectrum Disorder. Pediatrics. 2007 Nov;120(5):1183-1215. Bartlo P, Klein PJ. Physical activity benefits and needs in adults with intellectual disabilities: systematic review of the literature. Am J Intellect Dev Disabil. 2011 May. 116(3):220-32. Bazzano AT, Zeldin AS, Diab IR, Garro NM, Allevato NA, Lehrer D. The Healthy Lifestyle Change Program: a pilot of a community-based health promotion intervention for adults with developmental disabilities. Am J Prev Med. 2009 Dec. 37(6 Suppl 1):S201-8. Lyall, K., Croen, L., Daniels, J., Fallin, M. D., Ladd-Acosta, C., Lee, B. K., ... &amp; Windham, G. C.  (2017). The changing epidemiology of autism spectrum disorders. Annual review of public health, 38, 81-102. Maulik, P. K., Mascarenhas, M. N., Mathers, C. D., Dua, T., &amp; Saxena, S. (2011). Prevalence of intellectual disability: a meta-analysis of population-based studies. Research in developmental disabilities, 32(2), 419-436. McPheeters ML, Warren Z, Sathe N, Bruzek JL, Krishnaswami S, Jerome RN, et al. A systematic review of medical treatments for children with autism spectrum disorders. Pediatrics. 2011 May. 127(5):e1312-21. Rubin IL, Crocker AC. Medical care for children and adults with developmental disabilities. Second edition. Baltimore, MD: Paul H Brookes Publishing Co, Inc; 2006. Rueda JR, Ballesteros J, Tejada MI. Systematic review of pharmacological treatments in fragile X syndrome. BMC Neurol. 2009 Oct 13. 9:53. Taylor, L. E., Swerdfeger, A. L., &amp; Eslick, G. D. (2014). Vaccines are not associated with autism: an evidence-based meta-analysis of case-control and cohort studies. Vaccine, 32(29), 3623-3629. Taylor, L. E., Swerdfeger, A. L., &amp; Eslick, G. D. (2014). Vaccines are not associated with autism: an evidence-based meta-analysis of case-control and cohort studies. Vaccine, 32(29), 3623-3629. Thapar, A., Cooper, M., &amp; Rutter, M. (2017). Neurodevelopmental disorders. The Lancet Psychiatry, 4(4), 339-346    CPA Note: The views expressed in this podcast do not necessarily reflect those of the Canadian Psychiatric Association.  For more PsychEd, follow us on Twitter (@psychedpodcast) and Facebook. You can provide feedback by email at psychedpodcast@gmail.com.  For more information visit our website: psychedpodcast.org.

Welcome to PsychEd, the psychiatry podcast for medical learners, by medical learners. This episode covers Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) with not one, not two but THREE experts in the field: Dr. Melanie Penner (Developmental Pediatrician at Holland-Bloorview), Dr. Mitesh Patel (Forensic and Child Psychiatrist at CAMH) and Dr. Yona Lunsky (Psychologist at CAMH) The learning objectives for this episode are as follows: By the end of this episode, you should be able to… <ol> <li>Have an understanding of the neurobiology and epidemiology of autism</li> <li>Tailor their diagnostic interview for autism in a way that improves accuracy and is empathic</li> <li>Have familiarity with the impact of autism on people and their families and the interdisciplinary and biopsychosocial approaches involved in caring for people with autism</li> </ol> Host(s): Dr. Alex Raben (PGY5), Dr. Sabrina Agnihotri (PGY1)  Produced by: Dr. Alex Raben (PGY5), Dr. Sabrina Agnihotri (PGY1), Weam Sieffien (CC3) and Dr. Gurnaam Kasbia Guest experts: Dr. Melanie Penner, Dr. Mitesh Patel and Dr. Yona Lunsky Episode infographic by Weam Sieffien (CC3) and Dr. Nikhita Singhal (PGY1) Resources: <ul> <li><a href="https://cpa.ca/docs/File/Psynopsis/2020-Vol42-1/index.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> https://cpa.ca/docs/File/Psynopsis/2020-Vol42-1/index.html</a></li> <li><a href="https://autismcanada.org/#home-row-1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://autismcanada.org/#home-row-1</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.england.nhs.uk/coronavirus/wp-content/uploads/sites/52/2020/03/C0031_Specialty-guide_LD-and-coronavirus-v1_-24-March.pdf?fbclid=IwAR3-CdnJ2W0tk2n66zIe_0uOSecZI-sgerUmvSei-zuqNr-NPZ5tqWCXneo" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Clinical guide for front line staff to support the management of patients with a learning disability, autism or both during the coronavirus pandemic</a></li> <li><a href="https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31426750/?from_term=Evdokia%20Agnostau%20Autism%20&amp;from_pos=3&amp;fbclid=IwAR38y3CdLBHOgYMdP_H6DFZTSXYQQIhYTysY_tOXak0C0vIAisV3Twfi1p0" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Magnetoencephalographic (MEG) Brain Activity During a Mental Flexibility Task Suggests Some Shared Neurobiology in Children With Neurodevelopmental Disorders</a></li> <li>Books:</li> <li> <ul> <li><a href="https://play.google.com/store/books/details?id=pw7uD-qC6NQC&amp;gl=ca&amp;hl=en-CA&amp;source=productsearch&amp;utm_source=HA_Desktop_US&amp;utm_medium=SEM&amp;utm_campaign=PLA&amp;pcampaignid=MKTAD0930BO1&amp;gclid=CjwKCAjw4KD0BRBUEiwA7MFNTUwc7F-LhcuFnIQ44pMkqLxHtLUhaP6m1axULHDsbpJm7aSlHlLX5BoCPRkQAvD_BwE&amp;gclsrc=aw.ds" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Look Me in the Eye: My Life with Asperger's</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.amazon.ca/Neurotribes-Legacy-Autism-Future-Neurodiversity/dp/0399185615" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Neurotribes</a></li> <li> </li> </ul> </li> </ul> References  <ul> <li>American Academy of Pediatrics. Management of Children With Autism Spectrum Disorder. Pediatrics. 2007 Nov;120(5):1183-1215.</li> <li>Bartlo P, Klein PJ. Physical activity benefits and needs in adults with intellectual disabilities: systematic review of the literature. Am J Intellect Dev Disabil. 2011 May. 116(3):220-32.</li> <li>Bazzano AT, Zeldin AS, Diab IR, Garro NM, Allevato NA, Lehrer D. The Healthy Lifestyle Change Program: a pilot of a community-based health promotion intervention for adults with developmental disabilities. Am J Prev Med. 2009 Dec. 37(6 Suppl 1):S201-8.</li> <li>Lyall, K., Croen, L., Daniels, J., Fallin, M. D., Ladd-Acosta, C., Lee, B. K., ... &amp; Windham, G. C.  (2017). The changing epidemiology of autism spectrum disorders. Annual review of public health, 38, 81-102.</li> <li>Maulik, P. K., Mascarenhas, M. N., Mathers, C. D., Dua, T., &amp; Saxena, S. (2011). Prevalence of intellectual disability: a meta-analysis of population-based studies. Research in developmental disabilities, 32(2), 419-436.</li> <li>McPheeters ML, Warren Z, Sathe N, Bruzek JL, Krishnaswami S, Jerome RN, et al. A systematic review of medical treatments for children with autism spectrum disorders. Pediatrics. 2011 May. 127(5):e1312-21.</li> <li>Rubin IL, Crocker AC. Medical care for children and adults with developmental disabilities. Second edition. Baltimore, MD: Paul H Brookes Publishing Co, Inc; 2006.</li> <li>Rueda JR, Ballesteros J, Tejada MI. Systematic review of pharmacological treatments in fragile X syndrome. BMC Neurol. 2009 Oct 13. 9:53.</li> <li>Taylor, L. E., Swerdfeger, A. L., &amp; Eslick, G. D. (2014). Vaccines are not associated with autism: an evidence-based meta-analysis of case-control and cohort studies. Vaccine, 32(29), 3623-3629.</li> <li>Taylor, L. E., Swerdfeger, A. L., &amp; Eslick, G. D. (2014). Vaccines are not associated with autism: an evidence-based meta-analysis of case-control and cohort studies. Vaccine, 32(29), 3623-3629.</li> <li>Thapar, A., Cooper, M., &amp; Rutter, M. (2017). Neurodevelopmental disorders. The Lancet Psychiatry, 4(4), 339-346</li> </ul> CPA Note: The views expressed in this podcast do not necessarily reflect those of the Canadian Psychiatric Association. For more PsychEd, follow us on Twitter (@psychedpodcast) and Facebook. You can provide feedback by email at <a href="mailto:psychedpodcast@gmail.com">psychedpodcast@gmail.com</a>.  For more information visit our website: <a href="http://psychedpodcast.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">psychedpodcast.org</a>.

PsychEd Episode 23: Autism Spectrum Disorder with Dr. Melanie Penner, Dr. Yona Lunsky and Dr. Mitesh Patel

Melanie Penner, MD FRCP(C), joins us to discuss imposter syndrome, the importance of good mentorship, her research and policy work to improve access to Autism services, the value of having hobbies, and so much more!Dr. Melanie Penner is a developmental paediatrician at Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital and a clinician investigator at the autism research centre in the Bloorview Research Institute. She is the Bloorview Children’s Hospital Foundation Chair in Developmental Paediatrics. Dr. Penner works as a developmental paediatrician performing developmental assessments, diagnosing Autism Spectrum Disorder, and managing psychopharmacological treatment in children with complex behavioural challenges. Her research interests are in expanding and enhancing the care provided to children with Autism Spectrum Disorder and their families in the community.Follow Dr. Melanie Penner on Twitter. Find out more about ECHO Autism at Holland Bloorview and read more about Dr. Penner's policy work here. This episode of Accidental Intellectual is produced by Bronwyn Lamond, Rachael Lyon, Harrison McNaughtan, Stephanie Morris, Lee Propp, and Ariana Simone. Our theme music is by Alexandra Willet and our branding by Maxwell McNaughtan.To learn more about the Accidental Intellectual podcast and get full show notes and a transcript of this episode, visit our website at www.accidentalintellectual.com.

Melanie Penner, MD FRCP(C), joins us to discuss imposter syndrome, the importance of good mentorship, her research and policy work to improve access to Autism services, the value of having hobbies, and so much more! Dr. Melanie Penner is a developmental paediatrician at Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital and a clinician investigator at the autism research centre in the Bloorview Research Institute. She is the Bloorview Children’s Hospital Foundation Chair in Developmental Paediatrics. Dr. Penner works as a developmental paediatrician performing developmental assessments, diagnosing Autism Spectrum Disorder, and managing psychopharmacological treatment in children with complex behavioural challenges. Her research interests are in expanding and enhancing the care provided to children with Autism Spectrum Disorder and their families in the community. Follow Dr. Melanie Penner on <a href="https://twitter.com/drmelpenner" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a>. Find out more about <a href="https://www.hollandbloorview.ca/services/programs-services/echo-autism" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">ECHO Autism</a> at Holland Bloorview and read more about Dr. Penner's policy work <a href="https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/27842183" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a>.  This episode of Accidental Intellectual is produced by Bronwyn Lamond, Rachael Lyon, Harrison McNaughtan, Stephanie Morris, Lee Propp, and Ariana Simone. Our theme music is by <a href="https://www.alexandrawillettartist.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Alexandra Willet</a> and our branding by <a href="https://mcnaughtandesign.wordpress.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Maxwell McNaughtan</a>. To learn more about the Accidental Intellectual podcast and get full show notes and a transcript of this episode, visit <a href="https://www.accidentalintellectual.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">our website</a> at <a href="http://www.accidentalintellectual.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.accidentalintellectual.com</a>.

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