370: Re-air 141: Understanding Autism in Girls with Dr. Donna Henderson Part 1 (Professionals Series)

22/07/2025 38 min
370: Re-air 141: Understanding Autism in Girls with Dr. Donna Henderson Part 1 (Professionals Series)

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In this re-air of episode 141, Rachel Kapp, M.Ed., BCET, and Stephanie Pitts, M.Ed., BCET sit down with clinical psychologist Dr. Donna Henderson to explore how our understanding of autism has evolved over time. Dr. Henderson shares the benefits of receiving a diagnosis, when it can be most useful, and why autism is often misunderstood—especially in girls. She offers expert insight into the nuanced ways autism presents differently across genders, helping listeners better understand why so many girls are underdiagnosed or misdiagnosed.
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Ep 142: Understanding Autism in Girls with Dr. Donna Henderson Part 2 (Professionals Series)

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