Episode 1135
Why is it so Difficult to Diagnose Women with Autism?
Women with autism have been consistently un-diagnosed and under-researched.
April 10, 202522m 1s
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Show Notes
Women with autism have been consistently undiagnosed and under-researched. Author Gina Rippon’s new book explores why, and how has this skewed our understanding of what autism is and how it presents. She’ll discuss Off the Spectrum: Why the Science of Autism Has Failed Women and Girls, and take calls from listeners on the subject.
Topics
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