Webinar: Recognising Autism – Parents’ and Practitioners’ Perspectives 

Developing a shared understanding between practitioners and parents of how best to identify and support children who may be autistic is critical. 

This webinar will share findings from recent West Midlands ADASS research exploring the experiences of parents seeking support for children and young people who may be autistic. 

Speakers/ panellists:

• Laura Ferguson
• Debbie Hollingsworth
• Professor Jason Schuab

We will look at:

• Experiences of parents and children
• How blame can arise in encounters with practitioners
• The impact of being an autistic parent 
• The fine line between blame, safeguarding, and concerns around Fabricated or Induced Illness (FII)
• The need to hear practitioners’ perspectives in identifying and supporting autistic children.