Skip to main content

Unseen and Misunderstood: Autism, Masking, and the Legal System

Unseen and Misunderstood: Autism, Masking, and the Legal System

Autism in Teens and Adults Who Mask or Are Undiagnosed may be misunderstood in legal settings, resulting in confusion, mishandling, and unnecessary suffering and harm. Watch Dr. Feder's 30 minute video, originally produced for public defenders. 

 

Author
Joshua Feder, M.D. Dr. Feder's Blog

You Might Also Enjoy...

How the New Autism Policy Helps Families

For years, autism care has centered on one model, but that’s changing. The American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry just redefined what evidence-based care really means. This shift could transform how we support children and families.

Grief, Parenting, and Recovery After a Disaster

How do families respond emotionally to disaster? How do children process the death of a parent? I hope this conversation helps our listeners make informed choices and do the things they need to do to care for themselves and their communities.