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ABCT Autism SIG @abctautism.bsky.social · 20/07/2026

Join us for a webinar about applying to internships and postdoctoral fellowships with a neurodiversity focus! Register here: montclair.zoom.us/meeting/regi...

Internship and postdoc live Q&A. Wednesday, August 26, 2026 3 pm ET/12 pm PT/2 pm CT. Registration link in post. Includes QR code for registration. Two panel discussions on applying to internships and postdocs with a neurodiversity focus. Each panel will feature trainees, clinicians, industry professionals, and researchers. Who should attend? Doctoral students navigating the internship or postdoctoral fellowship process.

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ABCT Autism SIG @abctautism.bsky.social · 07/07/2026

Check out our inaugural Autism SIG Monthly Digest! Here you’ll find a summary of recent listserv activity, including new job openings and research and advocacy opportunities, along with our SIG Spotlight: abctautism.com/monthlydiges...

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Monthly Digests & Newsletters – ABCT Autism SIG

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ABCT Autism SIG @abctautism.bsky.social · 29/04/2026

We’re excited to introduce our 2026–2027 Committee Members for the ABCT Autism SIG Advocacy Committee! Grateful for their leadership, collaboration, and commitment to equity, and excited to see the impact they’ll make this year!

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ABCT Autism SIG @abctautism.bsky.social · 23/04/2026

We are excited to invite you to an informal Autism SIG Coffee/Tea Meet-Up during INSAR 2026. Date: Friday, April 24, 2026 Time: 9:45–10:45 AM Location: Prague Congress Center - Outside the Keynote/Awards Ceremony venue - Level 2, Congress Hall

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ABCT Autism SIG @abctautism.bsky.social · 21/04/2026

We’re excited to introduce our 2026-2027 Committee Members for the ABCT Autism SIG Conference Planning Committee! This group helps shape our SIG programming at ABCT, from organizing the pre-conference and business meeting to inviting speakers and reviewing SIG poster submissions.

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ABCT Autism SIG @abctautism.bsky.social · 21/04/2026

We’re excited to introduce our 2026-2027 Committee Members for the ABCT Autism SIG Awards Committee! This group plays a key role in recognizing outstanding contributions to autism research and clinical practice at the ABCT Annual Convention in November.

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ABCT Autism SIG @abctautism.bsky.social · 21/04/2026

We’re excited to introduce our 2026-2027 Committee Members for the ABCT Autism SIG Diversity Committee! This group is dedicated to advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion within autism research and clinical practice. We’re grateful for their commitment and excited for the impact they’ll make!

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ABCT Autism SIG @abctautism.bsky.social · 17/04/2026

‼️Happening in 1 hour! Our Virtual Seminar on The Intersection of Autism and Immigration: Clinical Guidance for Supporting Individuals and Families: Fri 4/17 12:00–1:30pm EST. Register + submit questions: montclair.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

Virtual panel: The intersection of autism and immigration: clinical guidance for supporting individuals and families. Registration link in post Friday, April 17 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM EST thank you to our sponsors AIDD psychology, interest network, SPARK, APA division 33: IDD/ASD. Hosted by the ABCT Autism SIG.

Photos of three of the panelists. Yoreidy Tavárez, PhD, ABPP, Rod Salgado, PhD, Sadaf Khawar, PhD, BCBA.

Photos of three of the panelists. Dieu Truong, PhD, LP, LSP, Adaugo Frimpong, LCPC, Diksha Bali, MS.Ed.

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ABCT Autism SIG @abctautism.bsky.social · 06/04/2026

We're excited to introduce our 2026-2027 Committee Members for the ABCT Autism SIG! We will post each committee over the next few weeks. See below for our SIG's Leadership & Team Structure overview and the members of our Communication & Outreach committee who make these posts 🤩

ABCT Autism SIG Leadership & Team Structure. Co-Chairs/Elect, Vice Chair Financial Operations, Vice Chair Member Operations, Communications & Outreach Co-Chairs (website team, dissemination team, content creation team), Advocacy Committee, Awards Committee, Conference Planning Committee, Seminar Series Planning Committee, Trainee Development Committee, Diversity Committee.

Autism SIG Meet the Communication & Outreach Committee. Pictures of each committee member, their names, and pronouns. Rachel G. McDonald, Co-Chair, she/her. Britney Jeyanayagam, Co-Chair, she/her. Diondra Straiton-Webster, she/her. Sadie Calvano, she/her. Angela Constantine, she/her. Alexis Brewe, she/her. Kristin Walker, she/her. Grace Lee Simmons, she/her. Lluvia Sanchez, she/her. Kyle Frost, she/her. Nina Menon, she/her.

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ABCT Autism SIG @abctautism.bsky.social · 02/04/2026

👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽 Thinking about these points on #AutismAcceptanceDay ⬇️⬇️⬇️

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ABCT Autism SIG @abctautism.bsky.social · 25/03/2026

Join us Friday 4/17 from 12:00-1:30 pm EST for our next virtual webinar titled, "The Intersection of Autism and Immigration: Clinical Guidance for Supporting Individuals and Families." This event is co-sponsored by the AAIDD Psychology Interest Group. Register here: montclair.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

Virtual seminar. The Intersection of Autism and Immigration: Clinical Guidance for Supporting Individuals and Families. Friday, 4/17 from 12:00-1:30 pm EST. Live transcription and chat access provided. You are welcome to request other accommodations at time of registration.

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ABCT Autism SIG @abctautism.bsky.social · 09/03/2026

Listen to our most recent session from our seminar series titled, “The Connection Between Neurodivergent Physical and Mental Health: Crucial Considerations for Therapeutic Practice” by Dr. T.A. McDonald @spectrum-for-life.bsky.social. View it here ➡️ youtu.be/qvG2wsf5kJE?...

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Connection between Neurodivergent Physical & Mental Health: Considerations for Therapeutic Practice

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ABCT Autism SIG @abctautism.bsky.social · 02/03/2026

We love this set of #SuicidePrevention resources for autistic people, co-designed with autistic people and suicide experts! Check out their resources for autistic people, their loved ones, and professionals! www.med.unc.edu/aaset-sp/res...

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Resources | AASET – Suicide Prevention

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Diondra Straiton-Webster, PhD @diondrastraiton.bsky.social · 03/02/2026

This will be a great seminar. Join the ABCT Autism SIG to learn more about these topics, which autistic self-advocates have highlighted as high priorities for autism research!

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ABCT Autism SIG @abctautism.bsky.social · 03/02/2026

Join us for a virtual seminar led by Dr. T.A. McDonald, titled “The Connection between Neurodivergent Physical and Mental Health: Crucial Considerations for Therapeutic Practice.” The seminar is on Friday, February 27, 2026 12:00-1:30 pm EST. Registration link is in the comments!

Virtual seminar: The Connection between Neurodivergent Physical and Mental Health: Crucial Considerations for Therapeutic Practice, Dr. T.A. McDonald. Friday, February 27, 2026 12:00-1:30 pm EST. Link in comments. Autism SIG virtual seminar series, hosted by the ABCT Autism SIG, ABCTautism.com. Live transcription and chat access provided. You are welcome to request other accommodations at time of registration.

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ABCT Autism SIG @abctautism.bsky.social · 21/01/2026

Such a great resource! Definitely check this out for tips for AAC users and allies to do policy advocacy!

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ABCT Autism SIG @abctautism.bsky.social · 18/01/2026

🗓️ Save the Date: Our First Virtual Seminar of 2026! We are thrilled to welcome Dr. T.A. McDonald on February 27th (12:00-1:30 PM EST). 🧠 "The Connection between Neurodivergent Physical and Mental Health: Crucial Considerations for Therapeutic Practice." 🔗 Register: zoom.us/webinar/regi...

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ABCT Autism SIG @abctautism.bsky.social · 16/01/2026

The Autism SIG is constantly reflecting on how we can better #advocate for the intersectional policy changes in this article. We’d love to hear from #Autism SIG Members: How have you tried to move the focus away from "fixing" the individual and toward changing the environment or policy? 💬👇

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ABCT Autism SIG @abctautism.bsky.social · 16/01/2026

⬇️ New Research Spotlight ⬇️ "Neurodiversity-Affirming Intersectional Approaches That Target Public Policy" Calling for a field-wide shift toward structural reform and "just research" that centers multiply marginalized Autistic voices. doi.org/10.1111/josi... #AcademicBluesky #Neurodiversity

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SPSSI Journals

The neurodiversity movement challenges traditional deficit-oriented models of autism. However, inclusion efforts often prioritize individual attitudinal change over structural reform (e.g., policies ...

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ABCT Autism SIG @abctautism.bsky.social · 07/01/2026

Such an important review paper! We love how the Caregiver Skills Training program uses non-specialists and can help improve access to autism services. This review is especially exciting because it describes cultural adaptations too. What are your thoughts about caregiver-mediated interventions? 🤔

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ABCT Autism SIG @abctautism.bsky.social · 06/01/2026

Yes! We loved that the leadership intervention (TEAMS Leadership Institute) is a relatively low time commitment too!

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ABCT Autism SIG @abctautism.bsky.social · 06/01/2026

Let us know what you think about this study from our colleagues @lbrookman.bsky.social & @aubynstahmer.bsky.social & colleagues!

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ABCT Autism SIG @abctautism.bsky.social · 06/01/2026

Lay summary: This study showed that involving agency leaders in organizations who train providers on autism interventions helped improve the delivery of the interventions & improved outcomes for the autistic children in the study. Provider-focused training did not significantly improve outcomes

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ABCT Autism SIG @abctautism.bsky.social · 06/01/2026

#AutismResearch highlight!📚Brookman-Frazee et al., 2025: This hybrid type 3 implementation-effectiveness trial of 2 autism interventions found that a leader-level implementation strategy improved provider fidelity & child outcomes, while a provider-level strategy had no sig. effect on outcomes

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ABCT Autism SIG @abctautism.bsky.social · 23/11/2025

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

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ABCT Autism SIG @abctautism.bsky.social · 23/11/2025

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

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ABCT Autism SIG @abctautism.bsky.social · 22/11/2025

Fabulous insights shared by Drs. Katharine Pickard, Grace Lee Simmons, Kelsey Dickson, and Laura Klinger - SIG Leadership sharing their expertise on improving the inclusivity of mental health care for #autistic people! #ABCTAutism2025

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ABCT Autism SIG @abctautism.bsky.social · 22/11/2025

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

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ABCT Autism SIG @abctautism.bsky.social · 22/11/2025

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

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ABCT Autism SIG @abctautism.bsky.social · 22/11/2025

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

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ABCT Autism SIG @abctautism.bsky.social · 22/11/2025

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

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ABCT Autism SIG @abctautism.bsky.social · 22/11/2025

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

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ABCT Autism SIG @abctautism.bsky.social · 22/11/2025

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

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ABCT Autism SIG @abctautism.bsky.social · 21/11/2025

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

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ABCT Autism SIG @abctautism.bsky.social · 21/11/2025

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

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ABCT Autism SIG @abctautism.bsky.social · 21/11/2025

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)! 👏🎉

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ABCT Autism SIG @abctautism.bsky.social · 21/11/2025

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!

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ABCT Autism SIG @abctautism.bsky.social · 21/11/2025

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

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ABCT Autism SIG @abctautism.bsky.social · 21/11/2025

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

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ABCT Autism SIG @abctautism.bsky.social · 21/11/2025

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

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ABCT Autism SIG @abctautism.bsky.social · 21/11/2025

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

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ABCT Autism SIG @abctautism.bsky.social · 21/11/2025

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

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ABCT Autism SIG @abctautism.bsky.social · 21/11/2025

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

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ABCT Autism SIG @abctautism.bsky.social · 21/11/2025

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

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ABCT Autism SIG @abctautism.bsky.social · 21/11/2025

Planning the rest of your ABCT schedule? Check out SIG-Relevant presentations and symposia here: drive.google.com/file/d/1mYbS...

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ABCT2025_Autism_Program_Spotlight_FINAL.pdf

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