Is This Autism?A Shifting Paradigm with Donna Henderson

A Deep Dive into Autism with Dr. Donna Henderson: Unmasking the Unseen In this episode, we welcome Dr. Donna Henderson, a clinical psychologist specializing in neuropsychological evaluations, to discuss her comprehensive work on autism. Dr. Henderson shares her journey from limited autism training in her early career to becoming a leading voice in the field. She sheds light on the importance of understanding the internal experiences of autistic individuals, the challenges of traditional diagnostic criteria, and the need for broader clinician awareness. Together with her co-authors, Drs. Sarah Wayland and Jamel White, Dr. Henderson has provided invaluable resources with her books 'Is This Autism?: A Clinician's Guide to Evaluation,' aiming to bridge the gap in autism understanding and support. Tune in to explore the evolving landscape of autism diagnosis and care. 00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome 00:38 Guest Background and Book Overview 01:53 Journey to Understanding Autism 04:08 The Importance of Diagnosis 08:37 Challenges in Recognizing Autism 15:10 Social Interest vs. Social Energy 19:39 Autism in Girls and Adolescents 23:35 State of Autism and Future Directions