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Libby discusses the upcoming conference on autism research and clinical practice with Lucy Sanctuary and Ruth Fine.

Libby discusses the upcoming conference on 7th September in London with Lucy Sanctuary and Ruth Fine: 'International Developments and Perspectives in Autism Research and Clinical Practice.' Understanding of Autism has changed considerably since it was included in the DSM-3 as “Infantile Autism.” However, research highlights what we don’t know, as much as what we do. Even though there is a diagnostic criteria, we still cannot answer the question, “What is autism?” Attempts to answer this, have raised even more questions, e.g., are there gender-based differences? Are there different genetic groups within the umbrella of autism? Global perceptions, cultural beliefs and practices are equally varied, which is reflected in research, assessment, intervention, equality, diversity and inclusion across the world. The conference brings together renowned speakers from different backgrounds and parts of the world to share international perspectives on research and clinical practice in Autism. Book here https://lucysanctuary.com/autism-conference-2026 Lucy Sanctuary is a neurodivergent Highly Specialist Speech & Language Therapist, an internationally certified ADOS-2 Trainer, a cognitive…

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