ABCT Autism SIG
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Autism SIG (Special Interest Group) promoting neuroaffirming autism research, supports, and professional development.
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This will be a great seminar. Join the ABCT Autism SIG to learn more about these topics, which autistic self-advocates have highlighted as high priorities for autism research!
Join us for a virtual seminar led by Dr. T.A. McDonald, titled “The Connection between Neurodivergent Physical and Mental Health: Crucial Considerations for Therapeutic Practice.” The seminar is on Friday, February 27, 2026 12:00-1:30 pm EST. Registration link is in the comments!
February 3, 2026 at 10:48 PM
This will be a great seminar. Join the ABCT Autism SIG to learn more about these topics, which autistic self-advocates have highlighted as high priorities for autism research!
Join us for a virtual seminar led by Dr. T.A. McDonald, titled “The Connection between Neurodivergent Physical and Mental Health: Crucial Considerations for Therapeutic Practice.” The seminar is on Friday, February 27, 2026 12:00-1:30 pm EST. Registration link is in the comments!
February 3, 2026 at 10:45 PM
Join us for a virtual seminar led by Dr. T.A. McDonald, titled “The Connection between Neurodivergent Physical and Mental Health: Crucial Considerations for Therapeutic Practice.” The seminar is on Friday, February 27, 2026 12:00-1:30 pm EST. Registration link is in the comments!
Such a great resource! Definitely check this out for tips for AAC users and allies to do policy advocacy!
#PublicPolicy refers to how our government turns our requests into rules & laws. In our Policy Advocacy 101 Webinar for AAC Users & Allies, #PolicyChange advocates, like Samuel Habib & Angelica Vega, share tips for advocating at all levels of #government. lnk.to/adv101
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January 21, 2026 at 10:51 PM
Such a great resource! Definitely check this out for tips for AAC users and allies to do policy advocacy!
🗓️ Save the Date: Our First Virtual Seminar of 2026!
We are thrilled to welcome Dr. T.A. McDonald on February 27th (12:00-1:30 PM EST).
🧠 "The Connection between Neurodivergent Physical and Mental Health: Crucial Considerations for Therapeutic Practice."
🔗 Register: zoom.us/webinar/regi...
We are thrilled to welcome Dr. T.A. McDonald on February 27th (12:00-1:30 PM EST).
🧠 "The Connection between Neurodivergent Physical and Mental Health: Crucial Considerations for Therapeutic Practice."
🔗 Register: zoom.us/webinar/regi...
January 18, 2026 at 7:29 PM
🗓️ Save the Date: Our First Virtual Seminar of 2026!
We are thrilled to welcome Dr. T.A. McDonald on February 27th (12:00-1:30 PM EST).
🧠 "The Connection between Neurodivergent Physical and Mental Health: Crucial Considerations for Therapeutic Practice."
🔗 Register: zoom.us/webinar/regi...
We are thrilled to welcome Dr. T.A. McDonald on February 27th (12:00-1:30 PM EST).
🧠 "The Connection between Neurodivergent Physical and Mental Health: Crucial Considerations for Therapeutic Practice."
🔗 Register: zoom.us/webinar/regi...
The Autism SIG is constantly reflecting on how we can better #advocate for the intersectional policy changes in this article.
We’d love to hear from #Autism SIG Members:
How have you tried to move the focus away from "fixing" the individual and toward changing the environment or policy? 💬👇
We’d love to hear from #Autism SIG Members:
How have you tried to move the focus away from "fixing" the individual and toward changing the environment or policy? 💬👇
⬇️ New Research Spotlight ⬇️
"Neurodiversity-Affirming Intersectional Approaches That Target Public Policy"
Calling for a field-wide shift toward structural reform and "just research" that centers multiply marginalized Autistic voices.
doi.org/10.1111/josi...
#AcademicBluesky #Neurodiversity
"Neurodiversity-Affirming Intersectional Approaches That Target Public Policy"
Calling for a field-wide shift toward structural reform and "just research" that centers multiply marginalized Autistic voices.
doi.org/10.1111/josi...
#AcademicBluesky #Neurodiversity
SPSSI Journals
The neurodiversity movement challenges traditional deficit-oriented models of autism. However, inclusion efforts often prioritize individual attitudinal change over structural reform (e.g., policies ...
doi.org
January 16, 2026 at 10:31 PM
⬇️ New Research Spotlight ⬇️
"Neurodiversity-Affirming Intersectional Approaches That Target Public Policy"
Calling for a field-wide shift toward structural reform and "just research" that centers multiply marginalized Autistic voices.
doi.org/10.1111/josi...
#AcademicBluesky #Neurodiversity
"Neurodiversity-Affirming Intersectional Approaches That Target Public Policy"
Calling for a field-wide shift toward structural reform and "just research" that centers multiply marginalized Autistic voices.
doi.org/10.1111/josi...
#AcademicBluesky #Neurodiversity
SPSSI Journals
The neurodiversity movement challenges traditional deficit-oriented models of autism. However, inclusion efforts often prioritize individual attitudinal change over structural reform (e.g., policies ...
doi.org
January 16, 2026 at 10:25 PM
⬇️ New Research Spotlight ⬇️
"Neurodiversity-Affirming Intersectional Approaches That Target Public Policy"
Calling for a field-wide shift toward structural reform and "just research" that centers multiply marginalized Autistic voices.
doi.org/10.1111/josi...
#AcademicBluesky #Neurodiversity
"Neurodiversity-Affirming Intersectional Approaches That Target Public Policy"
Calling for a field-wide shift toward structural reform and "just research" that centers multiply marginalized Autistic voices.
doi.org/10.1111/josi...
#AcademicBluesky #Neurodiversity
Such an important review paper! We love how the Caregiver Skills Training program uses non-specialists and can help improve access to autism services. This review is especially exciting because it describes cultural adaptations too. What are your thoughts about caregiver-mediated interventions? 🤔
Scoping review: Facilitators, barriers, and cultural adaptations in the caregiver skills training program for children with developmental concerns
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January 7, 2026 at 5:18 PM
Such an important review paper! We love how the Caregiver Skills Training program uses non-specialists and can help improve access to autism services. This review is especially exciting because it describes cultural adaptations too. What are your thoughts about caregiver-mediated interventions? 🤔
Let us know what you think about this study from our colleagues @lbrookman.bsky.social & @aubynstahmer.bsky.social & colleagues!
#AutismResearch highlight!📚Brookman-Frazee et al., 2025: This hybrid type 3 implementation-effectiveness trial of 2 autism interventions found that a leader-level implementation strategy improved provider fidelity & child outcomes, while a provider-level strategy had no sig. effect on outcomes
January 6, 2026 at 2:02 AM
Let us know what you think about this study from our colleagues @lbrookman.bsky.social & @aubynstahmer.bsky.social & colleagues!
#AutismResearch highlight!📚Brookman-Frazee et al., 2025: This hybrid type 3 implementation-effectiveness trial of 2 autism interventions found that a leader-level implementation strategy improved provider fidelity & child outcomes, while a provider-level strategy had no sig. effect on outcomes
January 6, 2026 at 1:57 AM
#AutismResearch highlight!📚Brookman-Frazee et al., 2025: This hybrid type 3 implementation-effectiveness trial of 2 autism interventions found that a leader-level implementation strategy improved provider fidelity & child outcomes, while a provider-level strategy had no sig. effect on outcomes
What an incredible ABCT! 🎉 A huge thank you to everyone who attended the Precon, SIG Meeting, and all the talks. We are so grateful for the high-quality research and insights shared by our trainees and presenters! See you next year! #ABCT2025 #ABCTAutism2025
November 23, 2025 at 11:30 PM
What an incredible ABCT! 🎉 A huge thank you to everyone who attended the Precon, SIG Meeting, and all the talks. We are so grateful for the high-quality research and insights shared by our trainees and presenters! See you next year! #ABCT2025 #ABCTAutism2025
Today is the final day of #ABCT2025 and we’re rounding out with a clinical round table titled, “Promoting CBT Access for Autistic Clients - Successful Collaboration Across Professional Domains & Multiple Settings.” Join us from 12:15-1:45 PM in Empire C, Level 2. #ABCTAutism2025
November 23, 2025 at 2:00 PM
Today is the final day of #ABCT2025 and we’re rounding out with a clinical round table titled, “Promoting CBT Access for Autistic Clients - Successful Collaboration Across Professional Domains & Multiple Settings.” Join us from 12:15-1:45 PM in Empire C, Level 2. #ABCTAutism2025
Last night’s SIG Expo was a hit! Shout-out to our 12 wonderful presenters from various career stages who did a great job covering a range of topics.
We love our vibrant #autism research community!
#ABCTAutism2025
We love our vibrant #autism research community!
#ABCTAutism2025
November 22, 2025 at 5:12 PM
Last night’s SIG Expo was a hit! Shout-out to our 12 wonderful presenters from various career stages who did a great job covering a range of topics.
We love our vibrant #autism research community!
#ABCTAutism2025
We love our vibrant #autism research community!
#ABCTAutism2025
Check out Saturday’s second poster session highlights focused on enhancing ERP for autistic individuals with OCD (PS7-11) and emotion dysregulation and anxiety in Autistic youth. Check these out in Elite Hall A, Level 1 from 3:00-4:00 pm! #ABCT2025 #ABCTAutism2025
November 22, 2025 at 4:00 PM
Check out Saturday’s second poster session highlights focused on enhancing ERP for autistic individuals with OCD (PS7-11) and emotion dysregulation and anxiety in Autistic youth. Check these out in Elite Hall A, Level 1 from 3:00-4:00 pm! #ABCT2025 #ABCTAutism2025
There are several oral presentations focused on topics relevant to #autistic youth and adolescents in Celestin B, Level 3 from 3:00-5:00 pm! Check out SIG Co-Chair - Sadaf Khawar's presentation titled, "Assessment of Needs and Models of
Support for Autistic Adults" and more! #ABCTAutism2025
Support for Autistic Adults" and more! #ABCTAutism2025
November 22, 2025 at 3:30 PM
There are several oral presentations focused on topics relevant to #autistic youth and adolescents in Celestin B, Level 3 from 3:00-5:00 pm! Check out SIG Co-Chair - Sadaf Khawar's presentation titled, "Assessment of Needs and Models of
Support for Autistic Adults" and more! #ABCTAutism2025
Support for Autistic Adults" and more! #ABCTAutism2025
Don't miss the live demonstration, Adapting Exposure Therapy with Autistic Clients with High Support Needs, today from 11:45 AM-1:15 PM in Bolden 2, Level 2. #ABCT2025 #ABCTAutism2025
November 22, 2025 at 3:01 PM
Don't miss the live demonstration, Adapting Exposure Therapy with Autistic Clients with High Support Needs, today from 11:45 AM-1:15 PM in Bolden 2, Level 2. #ABCT2025 #ABCTAutism2025
Saturday’s first poster session highlights focused on Autism, Anorexia Nervosa, and the mediating role of emotion dysfunction (PS5-72). Interested? Head to Elite Hall A, Level 1 from 3:00-4:00 pm! #ABCT2025 #ABCTAutism2025
November 22, 2025 at 2:30 PM
Saturday’s first poster session highlights focused on Autism, Anorexia Nervosa, and the mediating role of emotion dysfunction (PS5-72). Interested? Head to Elite Hall A, Level 1 from 3:00-4:00 pm! #ABCT2025 #ABCTAutism2025
Welcome back to Day 2 of #ABCT2025! We're starting our day at the panel discussion titled, "Don't Go at It Alone—How Researchers Can Engage Provider, Caregiver, and Autistic Partners to Enhance Inclusive Mental Health Services" Join us from 10:00-11:30 AM in Empire B, Level 2. #ABCTAutism2025
November 22, 2025 at 2:01 PM
Welcome back to Day 2 of #ABCT2025! We're starting our day at the panel discussion titled, "Don't Go at It Alone—How Researchers Can Engage Provider, Caregiver, and Autistic Partners to Enhance Inclusive Mental Health Services" Join us from 10:00-11:30 AM in Empire B, Level 2. #ABCTAutism2025
Our SIG Meeting concluded with an insightful Keynote provided by Dr. Laura Klinger and Lindsey Nebeker about the practical, ethical, and scientific benefits of authenticity in community partnered #autism research.
#ABCTAutism2025
#ABCTAutism2025
November 21, 2025 at 8:12 PM
Our SIG Meeting concluded with an insightful Keynote provided by Dr. Laura Klinger and Lindsey Nebeker about the practical, ethical, and scientific benefits of authenticity in community partnered #autism research.
#ABCTAutism2025
#ABCTAutism2025
Last (but certainly not least) we recognized Dr. Erin Kang, recipient of our 2025 Outstanding Mentor Award and Dr. Kelsey Dickson, recipient of the 2025 Early Career Award.
Extend your congrats for their meaningful and impressive contributions to #mentorship and #autism research!
#ABCTAutism2025
Extend your congrats for their meaningful and impressive contributions to #mentorship and #autism research!
#ABCTAutism2025
November 21, 2025 at 8:01 PM
Last (but certainly not least) we recognized Dr. Erin Kang, recipient of our 2025 Outstanding Mentor Award and Dr. Kelsey Dickson, recipient of the 2025 Early Career Award.
Extend your congrats for their meaningful and impressive contributions to #mentorship and #autism research!
#ABCTAutism2025
Extend your congrats for their meaningful and impressive contributions to #mentorship and #autism research!
#ABCTAutism2025
Next on the agenda was recognizing our awardees - Join us in congratulating Justine Brennan (Best Student Clinician-Researcher Award Recipient), Sienna Halterman, Samantha Martin, & Lindsey Nebeker (Travel Award Recipients)! 👏🎉
November 21, 2025 at 7:57 PM
Next on the agenda was recognizing our awardees - Join us in congratulating Justine Brennan (Best Student Clinician-Researcher Award Recipient), Sienna Halterman, Samantha Martin, & Lindsey Nebeker (Travel Award Recipients)! 👏🎉
We kicked off our #ABCTAutism2025 SIG Meeting with a welcome and update on annual accomplishments from our wonderful SIG Co-Chairs! This was followed by the announcement of our new co-chair, @jordanalbright.bsky.social! Join us in welcoming her to this new role!
November 21, 2025 at 7:45 PM
We kicked off our #ABCTAutism2025 SIG Meeting with a welcome and update on annual accomplishments from our wonderful SIG Co-Chairs! This was followed by the announcement of our new co-chair, @jordanalbright.bsky.social! Join us in welcoming her to this new role!
Interested in doing community-partnered research with the autistic community? Check out the panel titled, Community-Engaged Research 101—How to Build and Maintain Meaningful Community Partnerships, this evening from 5:00-6:30 PM in Bolden 6, Level 2. #CommunityEngagement #ABCT2025 #ABCTAutism2025
November 21, 2025 at 4:01 PM
Interested in doing community-partnered research with the autistic community? Check out the panel titled, Community-Engaged Research 101—How to Build and Maintain Meaningful Community Partnerships, this evening from 5:00-6:30 PM in Bolden 6, Level 2. #CommunityEngagement #ABCT2025 #ABCTAutism2025
There's still time to get tickets to the following offerings at #ABCT2025! 🎟️ Check out "Neuroaffirming CBT for Autistic Individuals" from 3:00-5:00 PM in Strand 8 or "RUBI Parent Training for Autistic Youth with Challenging Behaviors" 3:00-6:00 PM in Strand 7! #ABCTAutism2025
November 21, 2025 at 3:30 PM
There's still time to get tickets to the following offerings at #ABCT2025! 🎟️ Check out "Neuroaffirming CBT for Autistic Individuals" from 3:00-5:00 PM in Strand 8 or "RUBI Parent Training for Autistic Youth with Challenging Behaviors" 3:00-6:00 PM in Strand 7! #ABCTAutism2025
Tonight there are several #Autism focused symposia to choose from! Symposium 20, titled, "Navigating the Transition to Adulthood: Behavioral Interventions and Contextual Supports for ADHD and Autism" will also be from 5:00-6:30 PM in Celestin F, Level 3. #ABCTAutism2025 #ABCT2025
November 21, 2025 at 3:02 PM
Tonight there are several #Autism focused symposia to choose from! Symposium 20, titled, "Navigating the Transition to Adulthood: Behavioral Interventions and Contextual Supports for ADHD and Autism" will also be from 5:00-6:30 PM in Celestin F, Level 3. #ABCTAutism2025 #ABCT2025
Interested in building meaningful employment for Autistic adults or adapting community-based interventions for minoritized Autistic youth? Check out Symposium 22 TODAY from 5:00-6:30 PM in Empire B, Level 2. #ABCT2025 #ABCTAutism2025
November 21, 2025 at 2:30 PM
Interested in building meaningful employment for Autistic adults or adapting community-based interventions for minoritized Autistic youth? Check out Symposium 22 TODAY from 5:00-6:30 PM in Empire B, Level 2. #ABCT2025 #ABCTAutism2025