Don’t miss out on this compelling panel discussion that will thoroughly explore the distinct perspectives of several autistic women as they share their experiences across various stages of life. The confident panellists will elucidate the strengths and challenges of diagnosis, co-occurring conditions, social and sensory experiences, education, parenting, family life, careers, and community. The exceptionally well-moderated discussion will be led by Jacquelyn Fede, PhD, Assistant Research Professor at the University of Rhode Island, Department of Psychology and Co-founder/Co-director at Autism Level UP!, and Nicole Sparapani, PhD, CCC-SLP, Assistant Professor at the School of Education at UC Davis and the UC Davis MIND Institute. The esteemed panellists include Kristen Godfrey, an assertive autistic advocate and Graduate student in Developmental Psychology; Lisa Malins, a determined bioinformatician and autistic neurodiversity advocate; Erica Mineo, a passionate musician and undergraduate pre-veterinary student, and Chloe Rankin, a powerful Motivational Speaker on Autism and Graduate Student at the University of California, Davis. This event promises to be both enlightening and impactful.
Autism
What Triggers an Autistic Meltdown?
“What Triggers an Autistic Meltdown?”
The Lives Of Autistic People – Shocking Findings!
Autistic Meltdowns 101: What Loved Ones Should Know
What is an autistic meltdown, and how can I support the autistic people in my life? This video is designed to be shared with friends and family of autistic individuals and includes the following info:
Autism as a difference vs. disability
What is a meltdown, and why does it happen?
Signs that someone is in meltdown mode
How to offer support
Society Gaslighting Autistic People
“We could discuss the phenomenon of society gaslighting autistic individuals. This concept is closely linked to the misunderstanding that even “mild” autism is still autism.”