AUTISM AWARENESS

Autism is a common developmental disability that may not always be immediately recognized during interactions with law enforcement. Increasing awareness and understanding of autism is essential to ensure individuals receive the appropriate support and responses in these situations. Please take some time to review these helpful resources related to autism and share them widely. Awareness is key.  

Resources:

• Signs of Autism: A Guide for Justice System Professionals — PAAutism.org, an ASERT Autism Resource Guide 

• Questions to Ask if an Individual with Autism is Missing — PAAutism.org, an ASERT Autism Resource Guide 

• ASSIST: Autism Sensory Strategies, Information, and Toolkit — PAAutism.org, an ASERT Autism Resource Guide 

• What Am I Telling You? Guide for Justice Professionals — PAAutism.org, an ASERT Autism Resource Guide