Prescott Valley Public Library – New Event –– Living in a Neurotypical World, Prescott Valley Public Library Adult Services Department, April 18th, 2024.

Prescott Valley Public Library will be hosting Health Talks: A Wellness and Prevention Series provided by Yavapai County Community Health Services on April 18th, 2024, from 5:00-6:45 pm. This month we will learn about autism including the history and myths associated with the condition. The voices of autistic people have gone unheard or largely ignored for nearly a century. Recently, however, we are learning more about what it is like for autistic people to navigate a world that is primarily geared toward the needs and wants of the majority neurotype - neurotypical or allistic individuals. Dr. Diana Orem is a licensed psychologist with expertise in diagnosing and treating mental illnesses and neurodevelopmental conditions. Her research entails identifying at-risk populations who are negatively impacted by legal-forensic issues as well as developing and evaluating law enforcement training. Her interest in this area stems from having an autistic son. Dr. Orem is the Chair of the Forensic Psychology Program at Embry Riddle Aeronautical University. Additionally, Dr. Orem provides training to law enforcement on how to safely approach autistic individuals. Diana will discuss the history of autism, the many myths and misunderstandings about autism, interventions for autism, and present perspectives on what autistic individuals deal with as a minority neurotype in a society that can't seem to decide whether to embrace or marginalize the autistic community. Thursday, April 18th, 2024 Time: 5:00-6:45 PM PC Lab More Information? 928.759.3040 This program is free. No registration required.