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Autism in Context with Dr. Peter Vermeulen
Autism in Context with Dr. Peter Vermeulen
Autism in Context with Dr. Peter Vermeulen
Thursday 11th July 2019
Join Kristen Walker and Dr. Peter Vermeulen in a deep dive into autism, theory of mind, and positive approaches to neurodiversity.
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Episode Overview
- Dr. Peter Vermeulen discusses theory of mind and autism.
- Exploring recent findings on the human brain's impact on autism strategies.
- The importance of focusing on strengths and interests in autism support.
- Climate change's indirect effects on mental health discussed.
- The social challenges faced by autistic individuals in Europe.
Rather than looking into all the deficits and the problems, look at strengths, interests, and sensory preferences—a more positive approach.
In the latest episode of Mental Health News Radio, host Kristen Sunanta-Walker welcomes Dr. Peter Vermeulen, a renowned figure in the field of autism research and awareness. Dr. Vermeulen, the keynote speaker at the 2020 Converge Autism Conference, shares his extensive experience and insights on autism, particularly focusing on the theory of mind—a concept central to understanding autism spectrum disorders. Dr.
Vermeulen is the founder and director of Autism in Context and the chief editor of the magazine 'Sterk in Autism'. He has dedicated his career to enhancing autism awareness and promoting 'autism friendliness' throughout Europe. In this episode, he emphasizes the need for society to translate knowledge about autism into actionable strategies that help autistic individuals thrive. The conversation delves into how recent findings about the human brain could revolutionize strategies for supporting autistic people. Dr.
Vermeulen advocates for a shift from focusing solely on deficits to celebrating strengths, interests, and sensory preferences—a more positive approach to autism. Kristen and Dr. Vermeulen also touch upon how climate change may be indirectly impacting mental health, reflecting on the unusually hot summer in Belgium. Dr. Vermeulen shares personal anecdotes about his family's experience with late diagnoses of Asperger's syndrome, highlighting the complexities involved in diagnosing autism-related conditions. Throughout the episode, Kristen expresses her admiration for Dr.
Vermeulen's work and insights, noting that he is one of her favorite guests. The discussion is intimate and informative, offering listeners valuable perspectives on mental health and autism. Listeners are encouraged to support organizations like zencharts.com and MyGenetics, which help keep the podcast on the air. The episode closes with a heartfelt thank you to listeners and a special musical goodbye from therapy dog Miles and Emily Sohn's song 'Cordial'.