In this once-in-a-lifetime, exclusive interview, Temple Grandin shared with us at the US Autism Association some of her uniquely personal insights and reflections about her life as an adult on the autism spectrum. Recorded in October of 2024 for our online conference Neurodiversity, TempleDon’t miss this opportunity to get a new and more personal insight into the amazingly neurodivergent life and work of Dr. Temple Grandin!

Experts Wenn Lawson and Wendella Marsh talk openly and without reservation about the very important topic of relationships and sexuality for adults across the autism spectrum. Within a discussion that highlights the importance of self awareness and acceptance, open communication, safety and vulnerability, gender fluidity, and sexual diversity, this session debunks a number of myths and offers useful information and hope for individuals at any stage of their "relationship journey."

Currently in the U.S 80% of people with autism are unemployed or underemployed. Becoming an entrepreneur can help these individuals enjoy employment as their own boss and to use their unique abilities to impact the world. Professionals and educators will learn to empower people with autism and other disabilities to develop entrepreneur skills. Sandison teaches practical ways to build connections, market a business, and get first on Google. Individuals with autism will learn to use their strengths to accommodate for limitations, find a mentor, strength connections by the ability to delight clients, and pursue new opportunities. During the past 7 years, Ron has spoken live to 250,000 people, published three nationally books, and his nonprofit Spectrum Inclusion receives 10,000 views a month. Sandison shares the knowledge he gained from interviewing autistic entrepreneurs while writing his fourth book Autism, Growth & Transitioning into Adulthood.

In this session, Dr. Phillip Demio, biomedical physician and US Autism Advisory Board Member shares his wealth of expertise on the topic of the relationship between autism and a number of physical and psychiatric medical conditions. In a discussion that covers gastro-intestinal function, diabetes, seizures, autoimmune disorders, and susceptibility to a host of opportunistic infections and diseases, Dr. DeMio draws useful connections between several medical conditions and "autistic functioning." He then provides recommendations for individuals who either don't feel well physically or find themselves unable to function as well as they would like to due to medical or psychiatric symptoms.

In this in-depth, candid, and deeply personal interview with world-renowned autism expert and self-advocate Ron Sandison, Ron shares stories about some of his own mental health challenges with useful understanding and insight for those who struggle. Covering topics that include being bullied and assaulted by peers as a child and teen, to coping with anxiety, depression, addiction,, and even suicidal thoughts as an adult, Ron gives hope and practical advice for addressing mental health in autistic adults.