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In this episode, let’s talk about why depression is unrecognisable in autistic individuals, how to recognise the signs of depression and how to support autistic individuals experiencing depression and low mood.
References:
https://www.beyondblue.org.au/the-facts/depression/treatments-for-depression
Hudson, C. C., Hall, L., & Harkness, K. L. (2018). Prevalence of depressive disorders in individuals with autism spectrum disorder: A meta-analysis. Journal of Abnormal Child Psychology, 10.1007/s10802-018-0402-1 [doi]
Matson, J.L., & Williams, L.W. (2014). Depression and mood disorders among persons with autism spectrum disorders. Research in Developmental Disabilities, 35(9), 2003-2007. doi: 10.1016/j.ridd.2014.04.020.
Menezes, M., Robinson, L., Sanchez, M.J., & Cook, B. (2018). Depression in youth with autism spectrum disorders: A systematic review of studies published between 2012 and 2016. Review Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders, 5, 370-389. doi: 10.1007/s40489-018-0146-4.
Services that can help;
https://findtreatment.samhsa.gov/
https://nationalautismassociation.org/family-support/find-a-support-group/
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For more information, head over to Aspect Australia - www.autismspectrum.org.au.
Disclaimer: I'm not a professional, just a student with a passion for autism.
I acknowledge the Cadigal people who are the traditional custodians of the land I walk and learn on. I pay respects to the elders past, present and emerging.
