2021 Jeju Island Autism Spectrum Disorder International Symposium 'Successfully Completed'

21-07-02

The '2021 Jeju Island Autism Spectrum Disorder International Symposium', hosted by Jeju Special Self-Governing Province and organized by the Jeju Special Self-Governing Province Developmental Support Center for the Disabled, was held on the 1st and 2nd at Halla University Halla Convention Center, a face-to-face and ZOOM online video conference platform. was held through

The Ministry of Health and Welfare, the Korea Institute for the Disabled, the Jeju Special Self-Governing Province Health and Medical Center for the Disabled, the Jeju Branch of the Korea Autism Love Association, and the Central Support Center for Children with Disabilities and People with Developmental Disabilities participated as cooperative organizations in this international symposium. , 550 people with autism spectrum disorder and their parents participated.

Participants shared the latest research results and trends in autism spectrum disorder under the theme of “Finding a way to support and treat autism spectrum disorder,” and discussed effective approaches and treatment plans.

Professor Anthony Baily of the University of British Columbia in Canada, a world-renowned authority on autism spectrum disorders, Seoul National University Professor Yoo Hee-jeong, Konkuk University Professor Shin Chan-young, Seoul National University Professor Hong Hwa-jeong, Seoul National University Eunpyeong Hospital specialist Kwak Young-sook, Seoul Metropolitan Government Eunpyeong Hospital specialist Moon Deok-su, Jeju National University Hospital specialist Lee Kyung-sook, Hanshin University Professor was invited to give a special lecture.

In addition, autism spectrum disorder participants and guardians, education and policy experts participated as a panel to discuss the present and future of autism spectrum disorder.

Jeongok Kim, director of the Jeju Center, said, "I hope that this international symposium will serve as an opportunity for many local residents, including those involved, their families, and related workers, to share their concerns about the difficulties and support measures for people with autism spectrum disorders, and to find solutions." expressed his feelings.