Autism Spectrum Disorder Training for Law Enforcement

This training video, narrated by Dr. Snipes, equips Florida Law Enforcement and Correctional Officers with essential knowledge and practical strategies for effectively and safely interacting with individuals who have Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Covering recognition of key behaviors, the critical difference between sensory meltdowns and temper tantrums, communication techniques, sensory triggers in custody environments, and the unique vulnerabilities of autistic individuals in correctional facilities, the presentation emphasizes de-escalation, officer safety, and humane treatment. Includes APA 7 citations throughout. *References* Barta, B. (2017). Autism safety 101: Autism and the law enforcement response [PowerPoint slides]. In-person lecture. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. (2016). *Facts about ASD*. U.S. Department of Health & Human Services. https://www.cdc.gov/ncbddd/autism/fac... Disability Independence Group, Inc. (2014). *The wallet card – Helping persons with disabilities communicate with first responders*. Lashley, J. (2008, September 24). How to “speak” autism. *CorrectionsOne*. https://www.correctionsone.com/correc... Morin, A. (n.d.). *The difference between tantrums and sensory meltdowns*. Understood.org. https://www.understood.org/en/learnin... Rudy, L. J. (2017). *Understanding stimming: A common symptom of autism*. Verywell Mind. https://www.verywell.com/what-is-stim... Waltz, M. (2015). *Autism: A basic guide for prison officers*. Network Autism. http://network.autism.org.uk/knowledg...