{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"Barriers to Mental Healthcare for Autistic People with Dr Joanna Grace","description":"Did you know that a third of autistic people experience serious mental health challenges? This striking statistic is highlighted by Dr Joanna Grace in her latest podcast \u2018Barriers to Mental Healthcare for Autistic People\u2019. \u201cAutistic people have been actively removed from research about mental health.\u201d Dr Joanna Grace A sensory engagement and inclusion specialist, Joanna emphasises that while there is substantial research on mental health, we often don\u2019t know if it applies to autistic individuals. During the podcast, they discuss: The prevalence of inaccurate mental health diagnoses among autistic adults. The impact the differences in interoception has on diagnosis. Practical strategies to support mental health within the autistic community. Mental health has significant consequences for the quality and length of life. By understanding the risks and barriers, we can empower ourselves and others to take proactive steps in addressing these challenges. Please note this podcast covers sensitive topics, including suicide, and carries a trigger warning. View all podcasts available or visit our SENDcast sessions shop!   About Dr Joanna Grace Joanna Grace is a sensory engagement and inclusion specialist, doctoral researcher, author, trainer, TEDx speaker and Founder of The Sensory Projects.   Joanna has worked with people with learning disabilities and neurodivergent conditions aged from 0-100 (well 1 day old \u2013 87 years old to be precise) in a range of settings and context.  Through all she does Joanna is seeking to contribute to a future where people are understood in spite of their differences.    Contact Dr Joanna www.TheSensoryProjects.co.uk www.Facebook.com\/JoannaGraceTSP https:\/\/x.com\/Jo3Grace sensorystory@gmail.com https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/@TheSensoryProjects     B Squared Website \u2013 www.bsquared.co.uk  Meeting with Dale to find out about B Squared - https:\/\/calendly.com\/b-squared-team\/overview-of-b-squared-sendcast  Email Dale \u2013 dale@bsquared.co.uk  Subscribe to the SENDcast - https:\/\/www.thesendcast.com\/subscribe   The SENDcast is powered by B Squared We have been involved with Special Educational Needs for over 25 years, helping show the small steps of progress pupils with SEND make. B Squared has worked with thousands of schools, we understand the challenges professionals working in SEND face. We wanted a way to support these hardworking professionals - which is why we launched The SENDcast! Click the button below to find out more about how B Squared can help improve assessment for pupils with SEND in your school. ","author_name":"The SENDcast","author_url":"https:\/\/www.thesendcast.com","html":"