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Autism and Communication Autistic communication remains different, not disordered, throughout the teenage years. Students may communicate through speech, AAC, writing, behaviour, reduction in communication under stress, or highly selective engagement. Communication is understood as relational, context dependent, and deeply influenced by power, safety, and trust. Parents and education professionals will: Explore contemporary, neuroaffirming understandings of autistic communication. Reflect on how adult assumptions, tone, and response patterns affect student voice. Learn approaches that support expressive, receptive, and relational communication while respecting communication autonomy and avoiding demands to mask or perform. The emphasis is on mutual understanding and dignity, not compliance.
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Susan Keery
Susan brings with her over 20 years' experience supporting autistic children, adolescents and adults across both health and education sectors. Specifically supporting autistic individuals with individualised, person-centred, home programmes, and school support; as well as providing training and ongoing support to parents and professionals.
Susan holds degrees at undergraduate and master's level; and is currently working on her PhD within the school of Social Sciences, Education and Social work (QUB). Susan's research is focused on social anxiety in the autistic community with special interest in subsequent impact on school absences. Her research aims to reduce barriers to accessing support by using immersive technology. Susan is passionate about her research and practice being directed by the lived experience of the autistic community.
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