Autism and Female Diagnosis

With several high-profile women speaking out in the media about their diagnosis of autism in the last few months, it has become increasingly clear that more conversations need to be had about what it means to be an autistic woman. From the way autism presents in women compared with men, to the diagnosis process, through to how autism affects women in their daily lives, there are a great many issues that should be discussed to help pave the way for improvements in the future.

Our Guests in This Episode:

· Helen Ellis - Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Co-ordinator at the National Autistic Society

· Carly Jones, MBE – British Autism Advocate

· Rachel Rowe - CEO and Founder of Autism Camp Australia