Autism and Physical Health

About This Session

This session explores the relationship between autism and physical health and why physical needs are frequently unmet or misattributed. It examines co-occurring conditions, sensory and communication differences, and diagnostic overshadowing, alongside the impact on wellbeing, access, and quality of care.

Learning Outcomes

• Recognise common physical health conditions associated with autistic experiences.
• Understand how sensory differences affect healthcare access and responses.
• Identify the impact of diagnostic overshadowing on health outcomes.
• Understand how unmet physical health needs affect daily functioning.
• Apply reasonable adjustments to improve healthcare experiences.

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