- Jamie Freed, M.S.W., LICSW, is the director of adult services at the Asperger Autism Network, which recently changed its name.
- The presentation discusses various aspects of Asperger’s and related autism spectrum profiles.
- Asperger’s syndrome was officially recognized in the US in 1994 as part of the DSM-4.
- The prevalence of autism is noted as one in 68, with a gender breakdown of four to one males to females, though it is believed to be underreported in women.
- The presentation covers topics such as sensory sensitivities, motor skills, strengths (average to above-average intelligence and deep interests), and strategies for self-advocacy and managing anxiety.
