Abstract
This is a short talk introducing the topic of autism and mental health. Covering how autistic persons spikey profile often includes co-occurring difficulties, which are frequently caused by how poor practice by broader society towards autistic persons. Suggesting suitable approaches working with autistic persons, including viewing them as being fully human. Briefly outlining the speaker’s own spikey profile of strengths and difficulties, and the approach others should adopt when working with them. Concluding with calling for people to empathise with struggles many autistic persons experience.
| Original language | English |
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| Publication status | Published - 31 Mar 2022 |
| Externally published | Yes |
| Event | Inclusion for all? Working with autistic people - Duration: 31 Mar 2022 → … |
Conference
| Conference | Inclusion for all? Working with autistic people |
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| Period | 31/03/22 → … |
Keywords
- Autism; Autism Spectrum Disorder; Mental Health; Trauma; Spikey Profiles; Co-occurring difficulties.
