As a provider of both mental health and autism services, Kinark, like other service providers, has become increasingly aware of the large number of children and youth diagnosed with both autism and mental health issues.
Putting Children and Youth First: Integrating Autism and Mental Health Services in Ontario, Kinark’s latest policy paper, looks at the scientific literature, examines the challenges associated with serving this population, reflects the lived experiences of families trying to cope with dual diagnoses and puts forward recommendations for integrated policy and service development and delivery.
Check here for a copy of this new policy paper.