Description:
OPD Points: 5
Learn more about the presentation of Women and Girls on the Autism Spectrum
Key Learning Objectives / Outcomes:
Much of the way we frame 'typical' autistic features is based on case studies of predominantly male participants. 'Atypical' autism, or the phenotype present in many women on the spectrum, differs in presentation with key implications for clinical practice and support. Historically, women and girls with ASD have been under diagnosed and under-represented in literature owing to this bias.
Presenter / Provider:
Ben Truter
Presenter Qualifications:
Founder and Clinical Lead – Neurodiversity Centre. Currently, the MDT consists of a clinical team of approximately 30 Psychologists, Psychiatrists, Developmental Paediatrics, Paediatric Neurology, Occupational Therapy, Speech and Language Therapy, Social Work and Education Professions; as well as an additional support and administration team. Research Fellow, Ukwanda Centre for Rural Health, Stellenbosch University, and currently completing a PhD through Gothenburg University, Sweden. License-holder and primary trainer for training clinicians in the use of the Diagnostic Interview in Social and Communication Disorders (DISCO) for Sub-Saharan Africa under license from Dr Judith Gould. Part-time lecturer, Clinical Psychology programme, University of Cape Town Board Member: Neurodiversity Foundation; and CPD trainer to other clinicians
