Neuro-Crash Panel Discussion

Oct 15

Return to US Autism Summit: Meltdowns and Neuro-Crashes

This panel discussion offers perspectives on the topic of neuro-crashes and meltdowns from Raun K. Kaufman, who, with his colleague Kate C. Wilde, coined the term neuro-crash; from the psychiatric and neurology perspectives of Dr. Theodore Henderson; from the sensory arousal and modulation aspects from US Autism Association President, Dr. Marlo Payne Thurman; and with the insights of Dr. Jeanne Eichler, an occupational therapist.

Articles and Further Information

Your Child is Having a Neuro-Crash: What It Is, How to Spot It, and Ways to Prevent It

Featured

Raun K. Kaufman

An international lecturer and graduate of the Ivy League’s Brown University with a degree in Biomedical Ethics, Raun K. Kaufman is the author of the book Autism Breakthrough and the co-creator of the ACT (Autism Crisis Turnaround) protocol, which pioneered the concept of the Neuro-Crash.

Jeanne Eichler, Ed.D., MOT, OTR/L, MT

Jeanne Eichler, Ed.D., MOT, OTR/L, MT is a Music Therapist (BMT), Occupational Therapist (MOT), and Educator (Ed.D.) Her private practice TEMPEAUX, LLC/OT on Campus offers customized home, school, and workplace programs and services for adolescents, young adults, and their caregivers.

Theodore Henderson, M.D., Ph.D.

Dr. Henderson brings a unique blend of expertise in psychopharmacology, neurobiology, and an understanding of human nature to the practice of psychiatry.

Marlo Payne Thurman, Ph.D.

Holding doctoral level degrees in both School Psychology and Special Education, Dr. Marlo Payne Thurman currently sits on numerous advisory boards and is the President and Chairwoman of the US Autism Association.

View All Videos

NeurodiversityRaun K. KaufmanTheodore HendersonMarlo Payne ThurmanJeanne Eichler