While the manifestation and exhibited characteristics associated with autism spectrum disorder in females often appear different than for males, females with autism are often misdiagnosed and overlooked altogether-- requiring them to navigate a world predicated on social interaction without a proper diagnosis and relevant services. This course discusses how autism manifests for females and clinical considerations for practitioners.
On Demand
Course Type: Video, Audio
CEUs/Hours Offered: ASHA/0.1 Intermediate, Professional; Calif SLPAB/1.0; IACET/0.1; IBCCES/1.0; Kansas LTS-S1370/1.0; SAC/1.0
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Learning Outcomes
- After this course, participants will be able to discuss common differences in the characteristics and manifestation of autism among females versus males.
- After this course, participants will be able to explain the reasons for misdiagnosis and underdiagnosis for females with autism.
- After this course, participants will be able to describe common co-occurring conditions that females with autism often experience.
Course created on August 6, 2024
Agenda
| 0-5 Minutes | Introduction |
| 5-20 Minutes | Description of characteristics, signs, and manifestation of autism in females |
| 20-30 Minutes | Multi-faceted nature and common co-occurring conditions |
| 30-40 Minutes | Misdiagnosis and underdiagnosis in females |
| 40-50 Minutes | Clinical considerations and strategies to work with this population |
| 50-55 Minutes | Resources available for girls/women with autism and their families |
| 55-60 Minutes | Summary; Q&A |
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Christina Marsack-Topolewski
PhD, MSW LMSW
Dr. Christina Marsack-Topolewski is an associate professor of Social Work at Eastern Michigan University. Her research focuses on autism and other neurodevelopmental disabilities, family caregiving, quality of life, caregiver burden, and the service delivery system. Dr. Marsack-Topolewski has over 70 published peer-reviewed journal articles and encyclopedia entries. She has worked as both a Special Education teacher and Social Worker, providing support for individuals with developmental disabilities and mental health challenges.
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American Speech-Language-Hearing Assn.
Intermediate Level
0.1 ASHA CEUs
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