Understanding Risks, Warning Signs, and Autism-Related Support
This presentation explores the intersection of autism and suicide risk, offering essential information to support prevention, awareness, and early intervention. Designed for caregivers, educators, professionals, and community members, the resource highlights unique risk factors for autistic individuals, common warning signs, and practical protective strategies that promote safety, connection, and well‑being.
The presentation emphasizes the importance of understanding mental health through a neurodiversity‑affirming lens and provides guidance on how to foster supportive environments, encourage help‑seeking, and connect individuals and families to appropriate resources.
⚠️ Content Note: This presentation includes discussion of suicide and mental health challenges.
Additional Resources
- The warning signs toolkit
- Autism & mental health one-page resource
- Autism and suicide prevention workgroup resources
- Reasons for living resource
- Resources for first responders
- 988 for the neurodivergent community
Meet the Speakers
Nathan Briggs
Executive Director, Autism Society of Greater Akron
Lisa Thompson
Senior Director of Programs, Autism Society of Greater Akron
Melanie Timco
Senior Director of Development, Autism Society of Greater Akron
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