Taking the Pain Away from Painful Procedures
Recorded June 29, 2026
Medical and dental procedures can be challenging experiences for autistic children and for the caregivers who support them. These moments can become overwhelming and even traumatic. And we also know there are effective strategies we can use to make it better in the future!
This session shares what we are learning from research and practical strategies you can use right away that can make a meaningful difference.
Hosted by Dr. Melanie Noel, Clinical Psychologist and Professor and Dr. Nicole George, Post-doctoral Fellow, both from the University of Calgary.
Please note: The information given in this video was correct at the time of recording. If you are watching it at a later date, details could be outdated, and resources given may no longer be available.

