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Feb 2024
1h 7m

Preparing Autistic People for the Lives ...

Meg Ferrell
About this episode
As professionals, we are always working towards something with our Autistic clients. But are we working on the things that will truly help them lead the lives they want to live? In this episode, Autistic researcher Dr. Monique Botha helps us dive into the nuance, meaning, and impact of this question. They also help us identify what research should guide our ... Show More
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