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A parent's perspective: Dr. Arthur Westover on autism and adult psychiatry

Just Another Autism Podcast with Dr. Arthur Westover

In this episode of Just Another Autism Podcast, Eileen Lamb talks with Dr. Arthur Westover, a psychiatrist specializing in adult autism and developmental disabilities, and a dad to a 20-year-old autistic son with intellectual disability. Dr. Westover shares his dual perspective as a professional and parent, highlighting the challenges families face in finding psychiatric care for autistic adults. He also discusses the need for improved education and training in psychiatry to serve this community better.

Dr. Westover is a speaker at our 2025 Empower Summit and Challenge event in Dallas. Register today.

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