Diagnoses of autism are on the rise in the United States. Portrayals of autism are increasingly visible in the media and television. But what is most important to know in understanding people with autism? We invite autism expert and author of “Uniquely Human: A Different Way of Seeing Autism,” Dr. Barry Prizant, to share his perspective. We discuss using music and theater as a way for the autism community to connect with others, develop important skills, and actively engage.
Hosts: Eyrn, Toshia
Guest: Barry Prizant, PhD, CCC-SLP
 
References:
SCERTS model: <a href="https://scerts.com/">https://scerts.com/</a>
The Miracle Project: <a href="https://themiracleproject.org/">https://themiracleproject.org/</a>
The Spectrum Theatre Ensemble: <a href="https://www.stensemble.org/">https://www.stensemble.org/</a>
Uniquely Human the Podcast: <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/uniquely-human-the-podcast/id1532460901">https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/uniquely-human-the-podcast/id1532460901</a>

#133 - Ongoing Mental Health Care Challenges Faced by the Autism Community

We address the challenging and controversial issues facing our society from a psychological and psychiatric perspective, and the implications for clinical practice. Hosted by psychologist Eyrn Parks, PhD, with co-hosts: child and adolescent psychiatrists Toshia Yamaguchi, MD and Alan Atkins, MD and psychiatry resident Yasmine Dakhama, MD.

Let's Get Psyched is produced by Elliot Fong in the studios of KUCR 88.3FM, on the campus of University of California, Riverside. Production associate: River Evans. Logo: Nathan Rogers, MD.