Learning module: autism spectrum disorder in adults
Simone Garland guides you through the latest understanding of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) in adults and best practices for nurses in assessing and managing the condition.
Learning module objectives: Autism spectrum disorder in adults
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This module will help you to:
- Understand more about ASD in adults
- Improve evidence-based knowledge on the diagnosis and management of ASD in adults, in line with guidance
- Gain confidence in advising and supporting patients diagnosed with ASD as adults.
Author
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Simone Garland, mental health nurse working in the health and social care sector, and wellbeing coach at The Wandering Mind
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The full learning module can be found on the Nursing in Practice Learning website. More on this subject can be found in our mental health and addiction section.
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