Autism and mental health

The autism and mental health training course looks at raising the awareness of mental health in autistic people.

The course is aimed at anyone interested in understanding the mental health needs of autistic people and how common mental health problems such as anxiety and depression can impact on mental health and wellbeing.

During this three-hour course participants will gain:

• An awareness of autism and how autistic people experience mental health difficulties such as anxiety and depression.
• Knowledge as to why autistic people are more susceptible to mental ill health and why it is a concern.
• Strategies used to promote and encourage positive mental health and wellbeing.