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ABCT Autism SIG
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Autism SIG (Special Interest Group) promoting neuroaffirming autism research, supports, and professional development.

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What an incredible ABCT! 🎉 A huge thank you to everyone who attended the Precon, SIG Meeting, and all the talks. We are so grateful for the high-quality research and insights shared by our trainees and presenters! See you next year! #ABCT2025 #ABCTAutism2025
November 23, 2025 at 11:30 PM
Today is the final day of #ABCT2025 and we’re rounding out with a clinical round table titled, “Promoting CBT Access for Autistic Clients - Successful Collaboration Across Professional Domains & Multiple Settings.” Join us from 12:15-1:45 PM in Empire C, Level 2. #ABCTAutism2025
November 23, 2025 at 2:00 PM
Last night’s SIG Expo was a hit! Shout-out to our 12 wonderful presenters from various career stages who did a great job covering a range of topics.

We love our vibrant #autism research community!
#ABCTAutism2025
November 22, 2025 at 5:12 PM
Check out Saturday’s second poster session highlights focused on enhancing ERP for autistic individuals with OCD (PS7-11) and emotion dysregulation and anxiety in Autistic youth. Check these out in Elite Hall A, Level 1 from 3:00-4:00 pm! #ABCT2025 #ABCTAutism2025
November 22, 2025 at 4:00 PM
There are several oral presentations focused on topics relevant to #autistic youth and adolescents in Celestin B, Level 3 from 3:00-5:00 pm! Check out SIG Co-Chair - Sadaf Khawar's presentation titled, "Assessment of Needs and Models of
Support for Autistic Adults" and more! #ABCTAutism2025
November 22, 2025 at 3:30 PM
Don't miss the live demonstration, Adapting Exposure Therapy with Autistic Clients with High Support Needs, today from 11:45 AM-1:15 PM in Bolden 2, Level 2. #ABCT2025 #ABCTAutism2025
November 22, 2025 at 3:01 PM
Saturday’s first poster session highlights focused on Autism, Anorexia Nervosa, and the mediating role of emotion dysfunction (PS5-72). Interested? Head to Elite Hall A, Level 1 from 3:00-4:00 pm! #ABCT2025 #ABCTAutism2025
November 22, 2025 at 2:30 PM
Welcome back to Day 2 of #ABCT2025! We're starting our day at the panel discussion titled, "Don't Go at It Alone—How Researchers Can Engage Provider, Caregiver, and Autistic Partners to Enhance Inclusive Mental Health Services" Join us from 10:00-11:30 AM in Empire B, Level 2. #ABCTAutism2025
November 22, 2025 at 2:01 PM
Our SIG Meeting concluded with an insightful Keynote provided by Dr. Laura Klinger and Lindsey Nebeker about the practical, ethical, and scientific benefits of authenticity in community partnered #autism research.

#ABCTAutism2025
November 21, 2025 at 8:12 PM
Last (but certainly not least) we recognized Dr. Erin Kang, recipient of our 2025 Outstanding Mentor Award and Dr. Kelsey Dickson, recipient of the 2025 Early Career Award.

Extend your congrats for their meaningful and impressive contributions to #mentorship and #autism research!

#ABCTAutism2025
November 21, 2025 at 8:01 PM
Next on the agenda was recognizing our awardees - Join us in congratulating Justine Brennan (Best Student Clinician-Researcher Award Recipient), Sienna Halterman, Samantha Martin, & Lindsey Nebeker (Travel Award Recipients)! 👏🎉
November 21, 2025 at 7:57 PM
We kicked off our #ABCTAutism2025 SIG Meeting with a welcome and update on annual accomplishments from our wonderful SIG Co-Chairs! This was followed by the announcement of our new co-chair, @jordanalbright.bsky.social! Join us in welcoming her to this new role!
November 21, 2025 at 7:45 PM
Interested in doing community-partnered research with the autistic community? Check out the panel titled, Community-Engaged Research 101—How to Build and Maintain Meaningful Community Partnerships, this evening from 5:00-6:30 PM in Bolden 6, Level 2. #CommunityEngagement #ABCT2025 #ABCTAutism2025
November 21, 2025 at 4:01 PM
There's still time to get tickets to the following offerings at #ABCT2025! 🎟️ Check out "Neuroaffirming CBT for Autistic Individuals" from 3:00-5:00 PM in Strand 8 or "RUBI Parent Training for Autistic Youth with Challenging Behaviors" 3:00-6:00 PM in Strand 7! #ABCTAutism2025
November 21, 2025 at 3:30 PM
Tonight there are several #Autism focused symposia to choose from! Symposium 20, titled, "Navigating the Transition to Adulthood: Behavioral Interventions and Contextual Supports for ADHD and Autism" will also be from 5:00-6:30 PM in Celestin F, Level 3. #ABCTAutism2025 #ABCT2025
November 21, 2025 at 3:02 PM
Interested in building meaningful employment for Autistic adults or adapting community-based interventions for minoritized Autistic youth? Check out Symposium 22 TODAY from 5:00-6:30 PM in Empire B, Level 2. #ABCT2025 #ABCTAutism2025
November 21, 2025 at 2:30 PM
Don't miss the symposium titled, "A Neurodiversity-Affirmative Approach to Involving Parents in Assessment/Support for Autistic Children," TODAY from 3:00-4:00 PM in Empire C, Level 2. #ABCT2025 #ABCTAutism2025 #Neurodiversity
November 21, 2025 at 2:00 PM
Be sure to check out the Clinical Grand Rounds on Advancing Mental Health Interventions for Individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities TODAY from 11:45 AM-1:15 PM in Imperial 12, Level 4. #IDD #ABCT2025 #ABCTAutism2025
November 21, 2025 at 1:30 PM
Today Poster Session 2 (PS2-44 to PS2-81) has topics such as suicidality, ARFID, burnout, loneliness, and #neuroaffirming attitudes in autism. Interested? Head to Elite Hall A, Level 1 from 11:30 am to 12:30 pm! #ABCTAutism2025 #ABCT2025
November 21, 2025 at 1:00 PM
Planning the rest of your ABCT schedule? Check out SIG-Relevant presentations and symposia here:

drive.google.com/file/d/1mYbS...
ABCT2025_Autism_Program_Spotlight_FINAL.pdf
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November 21, 2025 at 1:46 AM
Be sure to come to the Autism SIG Conference Meeting on FRIDAY!
November 21, 2025 at 1:42 AM
Interested in #Autism focused content at #ABCT2025? The Autism SIG will be highlighting presentations and talks on our bluesky all weekend! Stay tuned for talk titles, timing, and locations. Tune in and show support for #ABCTAutism2025!
November 21, 2025 at 12:25 AM
Keynote Speaker, Bridgette Hamstead, emphasizes how our current accommodation culture is rooted in eugenics and a history of workplace and educational policies that value efficiency and compliance over human diversity. In naming this, we can decide what to change and how.

#ABCT2025 #ABCTAutism2025
November 20, 2025 at 9:35 PM
Join us for the Autistic Expertise Forum & Happy Hour! Presentations, discussion, and networking (cash bar & light refreshments) will be happening today from 4:30-6:00 PM at The Broadside! #ABCT2025 #ABCTAutism2025
November 20, 2025 at 8:30 PM
An incredibly helpful Q&A happening with insights about how to support #neurodiverse trainees and colleagues, navigating decisions to disclose diagnoses, and more. #ABCTAutism2025
November 20, 2025 at 8:11 PM