Adulthood

Discover resources and information to support autistic adults and their families.

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Signs of autism - adults

Learn to identify the signs of autism in adults and when to seek a diagnosis.
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Autism signs in adults
Autism in women and girls
What is autism?

Getting a diagnosis - adults

Information on the process of getting an autism diagnosis as an adult.
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Getting a diagnosis for an autistic adult
Talking about a diagnosis for autistic adults
Why pursue a diagnosis in adulthood

Common challenges in adulthood

Learn about common challenges faced by autistic adults and how to overcome them.
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Understanding challenging behaviours in autistic adults
Understanding bullying
What is executive functioning?

Moving towards independence

Information for transitioning towards greater independence for autistic adults.
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What is independence?
Developing life skills as an autistic adult
Travelling and holidays

Health and wellbeing for autistic adults

Advice on maintaining health and well being as an autistic adult.
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Understanding mental health in autistic adults
Navigating the health system
Diet and nutrition for autistic adults

Safety for autistic adults

Practical safety tips and strategies for autistic adults in the home and community.
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Online safety and autism
Safety at home for autistic adults
Safety in the community for autistic adults

Social media and technology for autistic adults

Explore how autistic adults can use social media and technology safely.
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Cyber safety for autistic adults
Navigating social media
Understanding social media for parents / carers

Sex, sexual health and autism

Learn about sexual health and relationships for autistic adults.
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Navigating sex education for autistic adults
Autism and sexual health
Sexuality, gender diversity and autism

Managing relationships in adulthood

Tips for managing relationships as an autistic adult, including communication strategies.
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Navigating friendships and autism
Navigating family and autism
Workplace autism inclusion

Navigating living options

Explore living options for autistic adults, including supported and independent living.
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Living at home options
Navigating supported living options
Independent living for autistic adults

Planning for the future

Practical tips for planning the future as an autistic adult.
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Planning for the future
Understanding insurance
Retirement planning

Navigating further education

Discover educational pathways and support for autistic adults seeking further education.
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Options for further education
Making further education inclusive for autistic students

Navigating work

Tips for autistic adults navigating the workplace, to create an inclusive work environment.
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The value of neurodiversity in the workplace
Understanding employment options
Navigating job support

Understanding community participation

Explore how autistic adults can participate in their communities.
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Services for autistic adults with complex needs
Understanding day programs
Building a support network

Funding and the NDIS for autistic adults

Find out how NDIS funding can support autistic adults in everyday life.
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Understanding and accessing the NDIS as an adult
Setting NDIS goals
What is emergency NDIS funding?

Support for autistic adults

Learn about available support services and options for autistic adults.
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What is good professional support?
Therapy and support for autistic adults
Supporting autistic adults with complex needs

Supporting parents and carers of autistic adults

Tips for supporting parents and carers of autistic adults.
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Mental health and wellbeing for parents/carers
Family relationships and autism
Navigating parental rights

Autism and seniors

Explore the unique challenges and support options for seniors with autism.
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Navigating autism in the senior years
Living options for senior autistics

Advocacy and your rights for adults

Learn how autistic adults can advocate for their rights and access the right supports.
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Autism and your rights
Self advocacy and autism
Autistic identity
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