Live Webinar: Autism in Adulthood: Navigating Transitions, Health, and Aging
Description of Webinar
Autism spectrum disorder affects one in 31 children in the United States and has been considered a pediatric neurodevelopmental disorder. As a result, most clinical and research efforts have focused on early identification and intervention, creating substantial gaps in our knowledge of how autism manifests in adulthood. But over the past two decades, research has significantly increased in response to the growing recognition of autism as a lifelong condition, highlighting the complex demands of adulthood, including transitions in education, employment, and interpersonal relationships. Autistic adults also experience unique challenges related to health and aging. Moreover, many individuals reach adulthood without a diagnosis or with a misdiagnosis, often after many years of enduring challenges that negatively affect their quality of life. Many have co-occurring mental health and medical conditions, which further complicate diagnosis. This webinar provides an understanding of autism in adulthood and prepares practitioners to conduct comprehensive, adult-focused evaluations that help to clarify diagnosis and facilitate access to appropriate accommodations and supports. Participants will be empowered to promote independence, improved health, and overall well-being in people with autism as they navigate adulthood.
Learning Objectives
At the end of this webinar, the learner will be able to:
- Discuss key issues and challenges associated with transitioning from adolescence to adulthood with ASD;
- Identify common co-occurring mental and physical health conditions that complicate an autism diagnosis;
- Describe the key components and procedures of a comprehensive autism assessment in adults; and
- Explain current research on brain health and aging in autistic adults.
Registration Cost
Number of Contact Hours Offered
2 contact hours (APA, NASP, NBCC, ASHA )
Presenter Bio(s)
Regilda Anne A. Romero, PhD, was born in the Philippines and immigrated to California after completing her bachelor’s degree in psychology from Assumption College. She went on to complete both her master’s and doctoral degrees in clinical psychology at Palo Alto University. She completed her pediatric neuropsychology internship with Virginia Beach City Public Schools, followed by a postdoctoral fellowship in pediatric neuropsychology with the Division of Pediatric Clinical Neuroscience at the University of Minnesota (U of MN). Dr. Romero also received fellowship training through the U of MN Leadership Education in Neurodevelopmental and Related Disabilities Program. Dr. Romero is a clinical associate professor at the University of Florida (UF), Department of Psychiatry, Division of Psychology. She serves as the service director for UF Health Psychoeducational and Neuropsychological Assessment Services and is a member of the UF Center for Autism and Neurodevelopment Clinical Operations Committee. She supervises graduate students, psychology interns, and postdoctoral fellows in conducting complex neuropsychological assessments and comprehensive autism diagnostic evaluations. With over 20 years of experience working with neurodivergent individuals, Dr. Romero has authored presentations, research articles, and book chapters in the areas of autism and neuropsychology with a particular emphasis on multicultural considerations.
Disclosure
Dr. Romero is paid an honorarium for presenting this webinar.
AI Disclosure for Presentation
Generative AI was used to create a visual aid for the presentation.
Webinar Date
April 22, 2026
Webinar Time
9:00 a.m.–11:00 a.m. PDT
Instructional Level
Intermediate
Target Audience
Assessment professionals, including school psychologists, clinical psychologists, neuropsychologists, speech–language pathologists (SLPs), board certified behavior analysts (BCBAs), licensed behavior analysts (LBAs), occupational therapists (OTs), licensed therapists, and social workers
Webinar Completion Requirements
This webinar provides the opportunity to earn a Certificate of Completion equivalent to 2 contact hours. Attendees must satisfy completion requirements. In order to receive the Certificate of Completion for the webinar, participants must:
- Be present for the entire course (attendance will be tracked through Zoom).
- Complete the Post-Course Evaluation Survey within 3 business days of the event.
No partial credit will be awarded.
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Continuing Education Credit
APA Approved Sponsor
2 CEs
WPS is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. WPS maintains responsibility for this program and its content.
NASP
2 CPDs
WPS is approved by the National Association of School Psychologists to offer professional development for school psychologists. WPS maintains responsibility for the program.
ASHA
(WPS)
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NBCC
2 CEs
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