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This presentation will look at autism and the mental health issues that most commonly occur with autism. We will look at what these issues look like using diagnostic criteria as well as real case examples. Participants will learn about evidence based approaches to treating individuals with co-occurring autism and mental health issues. Participants will also learn about resources and techniques that they can incorporate in any setting to support clients who are neuro-diverse. |
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Define the diagnostic criteria of autism
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Define the diagnostic criteria of mental health issues that commonly co-occur with autism
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Understand ways to support clients who have co-occurring issues in the community and in an inpatient setting
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Understand evidence based treatment approaches for treating mental health issues that co-occur with autism
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