Tips for Tackling the Firsts
Transitioning to Adulthood: Tips for Tackling the Firsts
In our first, US Autism Full Feature Release on YouTube Dr. Stephen Shore and Attorney Carol Weinman tackle the tough topic of helping young autistic adults as they venture towards "leaving the nest" and becoming independent adults. With a discussion that includes: self-advocacy and self-disclosure, living away from home for the first time, attending college or joining the workforce, and managing the "soft skills" of becoming an autistic adult in friendships, dating, and romantic relationships, attending college, and living independently this video offers useful information and guidance for both individuals across the spectrum and those who support them. The session is moderated by Dr. Marlo Payne Thurman, President of the US Autism Association.
Co-Existing Medical and Psychiatric Conditions
In a session originally recorded for our 2024 Neurodiversity Conference: Adults Across the Autism Spectrum, yet never before released to the general public, this @USAutism Feature Video covers a topic that is especially relevant in today's world for individuals of all ages across the autism spectrum. Having seen over 20,000 patients in his years of Biomedical Practice, Dr. Phillip C. Demio, advisory board member for US Autism discusses autism from the perspective of its all-to-often, co-occurring medical and psychiatric conditions. While this session is not in any way intended to serve as medical advice, the topics covered in this session can serve as a good starting place for individuals and family members of those who are affected to initiate conversations with their doctors and/or mental health practitioners whenever mind-body wellness isn't what it should be.