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Black and Brown Children with Autism or ASD is climbing. How come?
Manage episode 362373285 series 2649065
CHILDREN OF COLOR AND AUTISM
April is Autism Awareness Month.
A recent report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention saw an increase in the number of children of color diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder or ASD. Experts suggest the rise of children of color with autism stem from increased awareness, more screenings, and less stigma around ASD. Historically children of color have been diagnosed in later years than white children which delays their development. Our panelist discusses the issues around ASD, the impact on children and the family.
Panelists:
Dr. Karen Spencer MD, MS, MPH, Assistant, Department of Neurology at Boston Children’s Hospital**,** Instructor of Neurology, Harvard Medical School
Cynthia Laine, Founder, Black Autism Coalition
Jay Wilson, Doctoral Student, Clinical Psychology, Boston University
Joy James, Developmental Specialist, The Dimock Center
Crystal Haines hosts.
179 episoder
Manage episode 362373285 series 2649065
CHILDREN OF COLOR AND AUTISM
April is Autism Awareness Month.
A recent report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention saw an increase in the number of children of color diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder or ASD. Experts suggest the rise of children of color with autism stem from increased awareness, more screenings, and less stigma around ASD. Historically children of color have been diagnosed in later years than white children which delays their development. Our panelist discusses the issues around ASD, the impact on children and the family.
Panelists:
Dr. Karen Spencer MD, MS, MPH, Assistant, Department of Neurology at Boston Children’s Hospital**,** Instructor of Neurology, Harvard Medical School
Cynthia Laine, Founder, Black Autism Coalition
Jay Wilson, Doctoral Student, Clinical Psychology, Boston University
Joy James, Developmental Specialist, The Dimock Center
Crystal Haines hosts.
179 episoder
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