Understanding autism and mental health: Assessment and support needs in youth presenting to mental health services.

This is the first of two seminars hosted by CESPHN for our mental health commissioned service providers.

There is growing recognition of the unique needs of autistic people attending mental health services. This talk will provide foundational skills for the mental health workforce to better support the unique needs of autistic people attending mental health services.

Speaker:

Professor Adam Guastella

Michael Crouch Chair in Child and Youth Mental Health

Brain and Mind Centre

Children's Hospital Westmead Clinical School

Learning Outcomes

Understanding the history and current-day controversies in the diagnosis of autism
Understanding current-day diagnostic procedures and criteria associated with DSM-5.
Discussion of common support pathways, as well as recognition of the challenges and barriers to care.
Knowledge of some of the unique mental health challenges that autistic people experience and their relevance to current mental health practices.

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When:

9:30 AM – 12 PM, Wednesday 18 June 2025

Where:

This is a hybrid event.

Join Online or at the CESPHN Mascot Office, Tower A, Level 5, 201 Coward St, Mascot NSW 2020

Registration closes Monday, 16 June 2025.

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Register at: https://events.humanitix.com/understanding-autism-and-mental-health-assessment-and-support-needs-in-youth-presenting-to-mental-health-services