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Posts Tagged ‘healthcare disparities’

ECHO Autism for Mental Health Clinicians: Creating Access to Specialized Care in Local Communities

The growing population of individuals on the autism spectrum who have co-occurring mental health conditions necessitates a workforce of mental health professionals who are competent and confident in working with these individuals. Unfortunately, the current research depicts a large gap between that...

Inclusivity and Equality in Treatment: Transforming Health Care, One Step at a Time

Access to health care is a fundamental human right. Creating an equitable health care system requires that all aspects of an individual’s health – physical, mental, and emotional well-being – be addressed holistically. Individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and intellectual and...