Navigating Lifespan Transitions for Autistic Older Adults: Aging, Independence, and Dignity

• By: Richard Anemone, MPS, LMHC Behavioral Mental Health Counseling PLLC
• January 5th, 2026
• adaptive functioning, adults, aging, aging and health, executive functioning, identity development, late diagnosis, lifelong support systems, lifespan services, older adulthood, person-centered care, transitions, Winter 2026 Issue
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Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a lifelong neurodevelopmental condition characterized by persistent challenges in social communication and restricted, repetitive patterns of behavior (American Psychiatric Association, 2013). Many autistic adults, like Michael, a 61-year-old man diagnosed later in...

Autism and Gambling: Understanding Risks and Interventions

• By: Richard Anemone, MPS, LMHC Behavioral Mental Health Counseling PLLC
• March 3rd, 2025
• addiction, emotional regulation, gambling, interventions, mental health, online gambling, social isolation, Spring 2025 Issue
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Gambling Disorder can pose unique challenges for individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Their traits and challenges associated with ASD can increase susceptibility to developing a gambling problem. These include difficulty with impulse control, repetitive behaviors, obsessive interests,...

Creating Sensory-Friendly Health Care Environments for Autistic Patients

• By: Richard Anemone, MPS, LMHC Institute of Community Living (ICL)
• April 12th, 2024
• anxiety, communication, flexibility, healthcare, inclusive environments, resources, sensory issues, sensory-friendly healthcare, Spring 2024 Issue, visual support
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Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a multifaceted neurodevelopmental condition characterized by challenges in social interaction, communication, and limited or repetitive behaviors. Individuals with ASD might also experience sensory sensitivities, such as heightened responses to lights, sounds,...