Self-Care for Autistic People by Megan Anna Neff

Author:Megan Anna Neff
Language: eng
Format: epub
Publisher: Adams Media
Published: 2024-03-19T00:00:00+00:00

Build and Cooperate with Your Health Care Team

Self-Advocacy in Mental Health Care

Establishing a collaborative relationship with your health care team, including prescribers and primary care providers, is a cornerstone for navigating your mental health as an Autistic person. This partnership not only puts your distinct medical needs front of mind but also supports adept management of any necessary medications. (Note: While there is no prescribed medication specifically for autism, many Autistic individuals benefit from therapeutic pharmaceutical intervention to manage co-occurring conditions such as anxiety, depression, ADHD, PTSD, OCD, and others.)

For many Autistic people, navigating the health care industry can be overwhelming due to various challenges, including sensory sensitivities, executive functioning challenges, communication differences, and frequent medical visits due to co-occurring conditions. Therefore, it’s a powerful act of self-care to develop a collaborative relationship with your medical team.

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