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Centre for Clinical Interventions: this Australian organization has workbooks/worksheets for a wide variety of mental health concerns Did you know that Dialectical Behaviour Therapy skills can be useful for Autistic and ADHD individuals too? Neuroclastic: https://neuroclastic.com/–“We are a collective of Autistic people responsive to the evolving needs and trajectory of the Autistic community.” Academic Autism Spectrum Partnership in Research and Education: https://aaspire.org/–“Founded in 2006, AASPIRE conducts action research focused on improving the lives of autistic adults. We use a Community Based Participatory Research (CBPR) approach where autistic and non-autistic scientists and community members work together in all phases of the research process.” Kate E. Reynolds: https://kateereynolds.com/shop/– Kate has created several illustrated books that discuss sexual health, including sexuality, masturbation, menstruation, and puberty.

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Acceptance and commitment therapy identifies fusion with thoughts and resistance to uncomfortable inner experiences as key sources of distress. The therapy works on increasing psychological flexibility and choosing committed actions based on values. LGBT Community Center in Cleveland, OH: https://lgbtcleveland.org/programs/community-groups/– The center hosts a group called Spectrum Saturdays once a month, which is “a peer-guided discussion group for trans and non-binary folks on the Autism spectrum ages 16 and older.” This is where Dialectical Behaviour Therapy skills come in! Unfortunately, DBT skills aren't always accessible, straight-forward or neurodivergent friendly. That's why this workbook of DBT skills has been reframed to be neurodivergent affirming while incorporating sensory strategies, managing meltdowns, stimming and more. Written and designed by an autistic ADHDer, you can learn skills and tool using the five sections: Everyday Well-being Mindfulness Distress Tolerance Emotional Regulation Sensory Needs

Social Anxiety Group Participation Workbook from Hamilton Family Health Team: a patient manual for group therapy that’s laid out in a way that makes it pretty easy to use on your own Think CBT Workbook: ThinkCBT also has other resources based on CBT, ACT, and compassion-focused therapy Disability Rights Ohio: https://www.disabilityrightsohio.org/sexual-abuse-report– Disability Rights Ohio has a guidebook on navigating services and systems for disabled individuals who have been victims of sexual abuse. Phenomenonally Autistic: https://linktr.ee/Phenomenallyautistic– “Autistic artist/actor/advocate” who is active on social media as @phenomenallyautistic.

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Anxiety Toolbox Student Workbook from Liberty University: sections on anxiety 101, automatic thoughts, and alternative responses, grounding, and self-care Mr. Chazz: https://mrchazz.com/– Mr. Chazz is “breaking generational cycles” through his action on social media, his podcast, and coaching services. All Things Autie: https://allthingsautie.com/– Minna Abassi helps auties create sustainable and authentic lives through neurodiversity-affirming coaching. Specialties include: burnout recovery, employment, accommodations, and queer/kink/poly topics. NeuroClastic’s Directory of Specialists Diagnosing Autism in Adults: https://neuroclastic.com/diagnosticians/– This directory lists providers across the world who specialize in diagnosing autism in adults, including the differing presentations of autism.

Wellness worksheets (e.g. positive self-talk, resilience, self-love) from Western Washington University Counseling Center Ryann Scheele, MS, OTR/L: [email protected]–“Offering Neuro-affirming and trauma informed OT services, consultation, Individualized Education Plan and Committee on Special Education advocacy in partnership with children and families in New York State.” Organizations Introduction to dialectical behavioral therapy, its importance, and components that make it successful Autism Mosque: https://www.autismmosque.org/– “Autism Mosque was started by Sara Mangera, living in England and mother of four. Two of whom are autistic. She wanted Mosques to do more to welcome and accommodate autistic people and generally increase the awareness and acceptance of autistic people within the Muslim community. United Nations figures show that 15% of the population live with disabilities. Sara believed that as Muslims we needed to do more to be inclusive of our disabled brothers and sisters.” The Wellness Society has a guide on How to Beat the Winter Blues, a Coronavirus Anxiety Workbook, and lots of other free resources

E.J.: https://www.tiktok.com/@likelysalty – E.J. shares educational content about their auDHD experience on social media as @likelysalty. Seniors on the Autism Spectrum: https://www.retireguide.com/guides/seniors-autism-spectrum/– Retire Guide created a guide to help individuals better understand what autism looks like in seniors and how it may impact their lives.

CBT is an evidence-based treatment for a variety of different mental illnesses. A key element of CBT is identifying evidence to challenge cognitive distortions. This can sometimes be difficult to do without working with a therapist, but there are plenty of self-help resources to help you try on your own. Behavioural activation booklets from the NHS: this series of booklets focuses on the behavioural activation aspect of CBT for depressionAutistic Self Advocacy Network (ASAN): https://autisticadvocacy.org/– ASAN is a “nonprofit organization run by and for autistic people.” Haley Moss: www.haleymoss.com – Haley is an Autistic advocate, attorney, author, speaker and educator who is active online as @haley.moss. Autisticoronapoliticalifragilisticexpialidocious Blog: https://autisticoronapoliticalifragi.com/–“Just the thoughts and musings of a middle-aged, aspiring Buddhist, late-diagnosed autistic female genius. You will probably not agree with me, but at least I will make you THINK.”