In this episode of the , host Cindy Hovington is joined by Dr. Julie Scorah, a licensed neuropsychologist at 海角社区. Julie practices as a clinician and is involved in research about how to make autism resources more accessible to the families that need them.
Topics discussed include the barriers families face, the symptoms parents should look for, and the appropriate age for diagnosis. The discussion also touches on the differences in autism between boys and girls, the diagnostic process, potential correlations with birthing conditions, and how research can be better applied in society. Additionally, it covers sensory sensitivities in autistic individuals, the possibility of DNA testing, and the future outlook for autistic children.
