The presentation will present a mixed methods study aimed at understanding the mental health and well-being of Latinx autistic young adults in the US. It will focus on results and implications indicating the need to use culturally responsive and autism-affirming inclusive strategies to better engage and support Latinx autistic adults.
Learning Objectives:
At the end of this session, attendees should be able to:
Identify 2 ways that health disparities impact Latinx autistic adults in the US
Recognize two ways that systemic racism and ableism impact the health of our Latinx and autistic communities
Name 2 ways to increase inclusive practices for Latinx and racially diverse autistic community members
