Description
Autism spectrum disorder is now commonly diagnosed in childhood, but this was not the case for the generation who are now adults. Changes in diagnostic practices and a growing awareness about how Autism presents in adulthood brings new opportunities to provide a diagnosis to those who were missed. Therefore, there is an increasing need for psychiatrists and other mental health clinicians to be able to recognise autism in the context of comorbid psychiatric disorders such as psychosis, personality disorder, depression and anxiety.This event will cover:
- Recognising ASD in psychiatric clients presenting with other mental health disorders
- Engagement strategies to support Autistic adults in mental health care
- Lived experience perspectives
Eligibility criteria
Categories:
Capability 9 - Delivering holistic and collaborative assessment and care planning,
Working with infants, children, and younger persons
Disciplines:
Allied Health,
Medical
Levels:
Introductory,
Intermediate
Lifespans:
Adult
09:30 to 16:00 Add to calendar
Online
Registration is free for clinicians employed by a Victorian AMHS.
Subsidised rate of $99 is available for Victorian CYMHS/CAMHS clinicians, Headspace staff, Orygen staff, Take Two staff.
