The Complexities of Aging: Addressing the Unique Needs of Autistic Elders

• By: Mary P. Donahue, PhD Mindful Paths Psychological Services
• October 4th, 2024
• aging, aging adults, communication, Fall 2024 Issue
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Although there is little known about autism and aging, elders nonetheless need appropriate care now. Through learning about appropriate and intentional assessment and treatment, providers and allies can make a big difference, even in small ways. Although autistic traits are seen far back in...

Challenges in the Diagnosis and Treatment of Older Autistic Women

• By: Mary P. Donahue, PhD Mindful Paths Psychological Services, LLC
• April 11th, 2023
• adult diagnosis, camouflaging, communication, diagnosis, gender bias, girls and women, masking, older adults, research, Spring 2023 Issue, supporting sensory needs, treatment
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Autism has a unique neurological structure with a wide variety of expressions. This diversity of strengths, challenges, and experiences is why autism is considered a spectrum disorder. It’s also what makes it challenging to diagnose and treat because the myriad of symptoms manifested in any given...