Justice-involved autistic individuals have valuable insights for understanding criminal legal challenges related to autism. With proper support and guidance, positive outcomes are possible. Dr. Nick Dubin transformed his own experience in the criminal system into a story of advocacy and hope.

IN THIS EPISODE:

• Autism is a condition of profound isolation;
• Examples of autistic vulnerabilities;
• A discussion of "theory of mind" (inability to intuit the intentions or feelings of others);
• How Dr. Dubin became ensnared in the criminal system;
• How to help decision makers understand the truth of autistic deficits;
• Advice for lawyers representing clients with autism;
• Why traditional therapy is not only unhelpful, but potentially traumatizing;
• Autistic "meltdowns";
• Dr. Dubin's advocacy and accomplishments.

PUBLICATIONS BY DR. NICK DUBIN:

The Autism Spectrum, Sexuality and the Law: What every parent and professional needs to know https://www.amazon.com/dp/1849059195/

Autism Spectrum Disorder, Developmental Disabilities, and the Criminal Justice System

https://www.amazon.com/Spectrum-Disorder-Developmental-Disabilities-Criminal/dp/1787753611/

Caught in the Web of the Criminal Justice System: Autism, Developmental Disabilities, and Sex Offenses

https://www.amazon.com/Caught-Criminal-Justice-System-Developmental/dp/1785927132/

OTHER LINKS:

D3: https://dthree.org/

Autism Innocence Project: https://autisminnocenceproject.org/

Judicial System | Autism Speaks: https://www.autismspeaks.org/judicial-system

Laurie Program/Video: Autism & The Justice System: Dr. Laurie Sperry and Doug Passon on Vimeo : https://vimeo.com/1105914147