AANE Webinar: What We Have Learned from Teaching Healthy Relationships on the Autism Spectrum (HEARTS), 11/14/24, 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM ET

Emily F. Rothman, ScD is Professor and Chair of the Occupational Therapy Department at Boston University. She is a trained social epidemiologist, and her area of research expertise is promoting safety in intimate partner and sexual relationships. She has been a volunteer facilitator for AANE since 2019.

Karen Lean has been a long time participant, volunteer and board member with AANE and has loved being a part of HEARTS. She works for a Boston area Healthcare system and lives in the woods of New Hampshire with her husband.

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For the safety and enjoyment of all, individuals who attend AANE groups, activities, and events must follow these guidelines.

AANE recognizes and values diversity in all its forms and expects all members of our community to contribute to an inclusive and welcoming space for everyone. We are committed to fostering an environment where all individuals are treated with dignity and respect. Discrimination, hate speech, harassment, or any behavior that demeans or marginalizes others based on their characteristics, identities, or lived experiences will not be tolerated. Individuals who attend AANE groups, activities, and events must follow these guidelines:

– The information discussed in support groups is considered private and confidential and is not to be shared outside of the support group. 

– All participants at AANE events are expected to respect all people’s characteristics, identities, and lived experiences.

– Speech that demeans or marginalizes others will not be tolerated.

– Participants are expected to remain sober and avoid any impairment due to alcohol or drugs while participating in AANE programs.

AANE reserves the right to deny admission, ask an individual participant to leave, or remove participants from the event/program for inappropriate or disrespectful.

If you are new to Zoom, we suggest that you visit their Help Center before your meeting to familiarize yourself with the platform.

The resources and information shared within AANE support groups are for informational and educational purposes only and are not intended to be a substitute for professional medical or mental health advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Our hope is that these resources will provide you with useful connections as you navigate your journey of discovery and connection. AANE​ makes no warranty as to the accuracy, reliability, or completeness of the information shared within the group.