• Autism and aging

  • Mar 5 2025
  • Length: 51 mins
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Autism and aging

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  • Host Madeleine Jaine Lobsey, explores with Dr. Wenn

    Lawson and Prof. Sandra Thom-Jones why so many older Autistic people have gone undiagnosed, the lasting impact of late recognition and the critical need for autism-friendly accommodations in healthcare and aged care. A conversation that sheds light on an often-overlooked generation and the changes needed to create a more inclusive future.

    Dr. Wenn Lawson is an Autistic researcher, author, speaker and poet with expertise in autism across generations. His work focuses on improving autism understanding and support, particularly in areas of mental health and ageing. He is the author of many acclaimed books, including ‘Autism and Being Monotropic: What Medical and Other Practitioners Need to Know’

    ProfessorSandra Thom-Jones is an

    Honorary Professor at the University of Wollongong, an Autistic author, artisan, academic and advocate. She provides consultancy services to education, employment and healthcare providers, and supports for Autistic people, through her consultancy Autistic Professor.

    She is the author of 'Growing into Autism' and has dedicated her career to ensuring Autistic voices are central in research and policy discussions.

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