Masking: Deconstructing the Myths
Introduction Dr. Gassner shares her unique journey with autism as a late-diagnosed adult and contrasts it with her son’s experience of growing up with a diagnosis. She explains how the
Wellbeing Wins: Integrating Positive Psychology into the Autism Community
Background Patricia Wright, PhD, MPH, Executive Director at Proof Positive, introduces The Autism Well-Being Alliance, a nonprofit dedicated to improving the well-being of autistic people and their families, providers, and
Transition to Adulthood in Autism: Challenges and Opportunities in the Aim of Thriving
Introduction Nicholas defines the presentation objectives and summarizes current literature on the transition experiences of autistic individuals (5:30). Specifically, he notes that support needs are not well understood across care and
The Complexities of Establishing Evidence-Based Interventions for Autism
Introduction More research on autism early interventions has been published in the last three years than over the previous four decades combined (2:50). Vivanti explains that while the quality of early
Parents and Caregivers: The Importance of Self-Care
Self-care for parents and caregivers Tami introduces the presentation agenda (0:40) and summarizes the current face of mental health in the US (1:30). Since the pandemic, she explains, the number of people seeking
Sensory Processing and Autism
What is sensory processing Sensory processing (SP) is “the neurological process of how we use the things we sense to make sense of the world around us.” (2:50). Human beings have
Cognitive Enhancement Therapy for Adults
Autism and Wellbeing Eack discusses the lack of support and interventions for adults with autism (1:20). He highlights the excessive healthcare costs associated with autism in adulthood (6:23) and emphasizes
