Autism Trauma and PTSD (Post Traumatic Stress Disorder) – What’s The Overlap?

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The symptoms of autism trauma and PTSD (post traumatic stress disorder) can look very similar. So what’s the overlap? And how are they different? Can childhood trauma cause autism? (Hint: No, there’s a very important distinction) In this video we’ll explore complex trauma and how the polyvagal theory and principles of trauma informed care can help improve autistic mental health.