An ethnographic exploration of cross-neurotype socialising and communication in a high support needs context

Abstract

This talk presents research findings from an ethnographic study of two day-support services for autistic adults with high support needs, through a neurodiversity paradigm lens. Specifically, we will look at the social dynamics, interactions, and communication between (autistic and non-autistic) staff, the supported (autistic) people, and the (autistic) researcher – and, specifically, how mutual (mis)understandings across neurotypes influence these dynamics.

Date
Jan 22, 2025 1:00 PM — 2:00 PM
Location
Online
Holly E. A. Sutherland
Holly E. A. Sutherland
Postdoctoral Research Associate