Autism Across the Lifespan: Later Adulthood Online
Autism research remains predominantly focused on genetic causes, parental needs, and childhood experiences. As an underserved population, it is no surprise that life becomes more difficult as Autistics report their experiences of later adulthood. Declining health and increased medical symptoms are concerns among Autistics, who are more likely to have chronic concerns (Mason, 2022). However, Autistic adults do not appear to diminish in their cognitive abilities any more than the general population would (Torenvliet, 2023). Some research suggests Autistics find relief and self-acceptance through diagnosis in adulthood, and that this discovery can improve morale in later adulthood (Francis, 2025). In this session, participants will walk away understanding how to apply knowledge of sensory processing sensitivities to identify suitable accommodations for older adults. They’ll be able to describe interview techniques to invite older adults to be forthcoming about loneliness, and will compare methods for encouraging older adults to maintain physical activity.
Presented by Kate McNulty, LCSW and Matt Lowry, LPP
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This program, when attended in its entirety, offers 2.0 CEs for Psychologists, 2.0 IL CEUs for Counselors and Social Workers, 2.0 BBS California CEUs for LPCCs, LPSWs, and LMFTs, or 2.0 NBCC Clock Hours.
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PROGRAM PRICING:
- General Admission: $50
- The Chicago School Faculty/Staff/Alumni: $40*
- Students: $25*
(*Please email officeofce@thechicagoschool.edu for coupon code. Code must be entered at time of checkout to receive discount.)
Refund Policy: 100% of tuition is refundable up to 48 hours before the program. Within 48 hours of the program, and at any point in Homestudy format, tuition is nonrefundable.
- Date:
- Friday, June 5, 2026
- Time:
- 12:00pm - 2:00pm
- Time Zone:
- Central Time - US & Canada (change)
- Online:
- This is an online event.
- Event URL:
- https://tcsppofficeofce.com/june_5_2026
- Audience:
- All Graduate Students All Students Alumni Doctoral Students Faculty Masters Students Public The Chicago School Community Undergraduate Students