Moving From Traditional to Neurodiversity-Affirming Therapy

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The Evolution of Assessment: It's More Than Just a Score

As public understanding of neurodiversity continues to grow, evaluators face a shifting landscape when assessing clients whose traits don't match traditional, less nuanced pictures of autism. Many individuals—especially women and girls—learn to navigate daily social interactions ...  Show more

Autistic Girls Are Going Undiagnosed or Misdiagnosed

Often, autistic girls are called shy, introverted, perfectionistic, confused, anything BUT autistic. There is a pervasive impression, even in the medical community, that autism occurs in boys vastly more often than girls. The result is, autistic girls are missing out on services ...  Show more

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