Attwood & Garnett – Trauma and Autistic Adults (Online)
Live Webcast
Friday, 25 October 2024
1:30pm – 4:45pm AEST (Brisbane)
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Autistic individuals are both more likely to experience trauma and to develop Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) after experiencing trauma. In this half-day event, we describe current research on the association of autism with trauma for autistic adults, the recognition of the types of traumas they have experienced and the impact of trauma on the autistic person’s daily life, family, friendships, relationships and mental health. We will also provide strategies for support and therapy. Our presentation is based on recent relevant research and our combined 80 years of experience in autism.
Whilst the themes and content description for this event and our Trauma and Autistic Children and Teens events are similar, please note that we have divided the content by age because the research, case examples, impacts, types of support and strategies for each age group differ. As a result, the events are quite different from each other.
Who will benefit
- Autistic adults, their family, friends and their partner.
- Health professionals, including psychologists, psychiatrists, Counsellors, GPs, social workers, mental health nurses, and nurse practitioners – mental health.