Discuss the importance of correct ASD diagnosis for adults and impact of missed diagnosis or misdiagnosis. We will discuss common misdiagnoses, including personality disorders and anxiety/mood/etc disorders. We will also discuss resources for adults who are wanting to get assessed for ASD.
After attending this presentation, participants will be able to:
1) Recognize the potential signs of autism in adults and which may have been missed or misdiagnosed, along with the impact it has, and can have, on the lives of these individuals; and,
2) Assist these individuals and their caregivers to access appropriate resources for testing, diagnosis and interventions.