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Autism & Women: Discussing how Diagnosis & Differences Make us Distinctive

February 23, 2023, 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Exploration session, women's group, women & autism

We are pleased to offer our first Exploration Session designed especially for women! Autism & Women: Discussing how Diagnosis & Differences Make us Distinctive.

We know that historically and still today, autistic women continue to be under- and mis-diagnosed. While it was originally thought the ratio of autistic males to females was 4:1, research now tells us that number is actually closer to 2:1. Many women do not receive a diagnosis well into adulthood because the stereotypes associated with autism simply don’t fit females.

In this session, we will discuss the differences, stereotypes, presentation of characteristics and difficulties many women experience in receiving a diagnosis. The event will include a short presentation, information sharing and discussion in a safe and welcoming small group environment.

This one-hour exploration session is free and registration in advance is not necessary.

Join us Thursday, February 23, 2023

4:00 – 5:00 p.m.

at The Ability Hub (300, 3820 24th Avenue NW Calgary, AB)

If  you would like to attend this session, but getting to the Ability Hub in person is a barrier for you, attending via Zoom is also an option. Please email info@sinneavefoundation.org for the link.

*Please note: All are welcome no matter how you identify, however, please be aware that information and resources provided are based on female assigned at birth. All gender expressions are welcome.

If you have any questions about this session, please contact us by emailing info@sinneavefoundation.org or calling 403 210-5000.

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Date:
February 23, 2023
Time:
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
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Venue

The Ability Hub
Suite #300, 3820 - 24th Avenue NW
Calgary, Alberta T3B-2X9 Canada
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Phone
(403) 210-5000
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