ALT Stephanie Andreasen presents her work on stage at the International Society for Autism Research (INSAR) Conference. Steph presented on the impact of diagnostic timing on healthcare use: statistical trends among early and late diagnosed youth.

ALT Stephanie Andreasen holds a bright blue ribbon, awarded to her for having one of the top-rated abstracts at the International Society for Autism Research Conference (INSAR).

ALT An announcement that The ENHANCE Lab is attending INSAR 2026, April 22-25. Background shows the Charles Bridge and the Prague skyline. Text in the foreground reads, INSAR 2026. Prague | April 22-25. We’re in the Czech Republic this April, sharing our team’s research on the international stage!

ALT An orange a yellow title page that celebrates Autism Acceptance Month. Large orange text at the centre top reads Autism Acceptance Month. Middle centre is an image of the rainbow infinity. Below the image text reads, celebrate neurodiversity.

ALT An orange and yellow flyer that distinguishes Autistic Awareness and Acceptance.

ALT An orange and yellow infographic on how to foster Acceptance of Autism. It vertically lists five ways to foster acceptance and reads, listen and learn from Autistic voices and experiences; support organizations run and led by the Autistic community; educate yourself; learn about neurodiversity and what it means to be inclusive; celebrate Neurodiversity! We think differently - that is not a bad thing. Instead, let’s celebrate that no mind is the same; promote, advocate, and support policies and programs that remove barriers within education, employment, housing, healthcare, and other areas of every day living for Autistic people.

ALT A resource page that provides additional information about Autism Acceptance Month. A top centre title reads, want to learn more? There are 4 QR codes below the title. Top left is a QR code that leads to an article on how to foster acceptance? At the right top is a QR code that leads to an article on what Acceptance and Awareness is? At the bottom left is a QR code that leads to an article that challenges misinformation about neurodiversity. At the bottom right is an article about Identity-first and Person-first Language.

ALT An image that recognizes International Day of Transgender Visibility and highlights the overlap between Transgender and Autistic identities. At the top centre, large text reads; March 31. International Day of Transgender Visibility. Smaller text continues, Did you Know? Transgender and non binary people are up to 6 times more likely to also be Autistic. These intersecting identities shape how people experience the world and can result in less access to medical/mental health care, and communities that are both gender- and neuro-affirming. Additionally, compounded stigma from both identities can greatly affect mental health and wellbeing. It’s vital that we celebrate this community, provide equitable services, and challenge the stigma they face. To the left of the smaller text is an image of a person holding the transgender pride flag above their head with both arms.

ALT A research flyer that seeks input from Autistic youth ages 16-24, caregivers, and clinicians to help co-create mental health supports for Autistic youth who have experienced suicidality. Those interested in participating can scan the QR code in the bottom left corner, or email enhancelab@ucalgary.ca. Text reads, Help create new mental health resources for Autistic youth. Our research team is working to co-create a mental health intervention that supports autistic youth following a suicide attempt. What? To share their experiences, needs, and preferences related to mental health support for autistic youth following a suicide attempt. Who? We are looking for: Autistic youth aged 16-24 years. Clinicians who work with autistic youth (e.g., psychologists, psychiatrists, medical physicians), Caregivers of Autistic youth. If you or someone you know is ever in need of urgent support, please reach out to our local helplines: Distress Centre 403-266-HELP (4357), Kids Help Phone 1-800-303-2462

ALT A light blue bordered poster for Neurodiversity Celebration Week features a colourful infinity symbol at the centre, with blue text reading 16-20 March 2026. Neurodiversity Celebration Week!

ALT A bright orange research recruitment poster seeking youth and young adults with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) to take part in an individual interview to share their perspectives about how health professionals can identify and support young people with FASD struggling with thoughts of suicide. You may be eligible if you are between 16 and 30 years old who, have a diagnosis of FASD, are a Canadian resident, are fluent in English, have experienced suicidal thoughts and behaviours, and are not currently experiencing a mental health crisis (within the past 6 months). Your participation would involve a 30-45 minute virtual interview to talk about how to improve suicide risk assessment and mental health care for people with FASD. To learn more or participate, scan the QR code located in the bottom left of the image, or email enhancelab@ucalgary.ca

ALT A podcast cover for episode 185 of The FASD Success Show. The podcast features host Jeff Noble and guest speaker Dr. Carly McMorris, who discuss important topics on mental health in Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD). On a light blue background are images of Jeff Noble and Carly McMorris. Above and left of the images is the podcast title that reads, The FASD Success Show. Jeff Noble. Dr. Carly McMorris: How to help when mental health gets hard.

ALT A Holiday photo of the ENHANCE Lab team and family sitting around a table with 4 gingerbread houses.

ALT An image with a light blue border celebrating International Day of Persons with Disabilities. At the top centre, a dark purple title reads, International Day of Persons with Disabilities. Smaller text below continues, December 3. Below the text is an image of 4 people marching together while holding hands and carrying flags. In the bottom right corner is the ENHANCE Lab logo.

ALT A portrait of ENHANCE Lab researcher and University of Calgary PhD Student, Hangsel Sanguino. Hangsel’s research focuses on the contributing factors that impact Autistic youth mental health.

ALT A portrait of Cara Nania, University of Calgary PhD Student and ENHANCE Lab researcher, whose work examines the pain experiences of youth with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD), and how these experiences impact mental health.

ALT The ENHANCE lab team poses for a group photo on a pickleball court after learning to play the game together.

ALT The ENHANCE lab team in a group photo on a pickleball court, laughing together with their racquets raised, after learning to play pickleball.

ALT A portrait of Dr. Carly McMorris, University of Calgary ENHANCE Lab researcher, whose work centers on neurodevelopmental conditions and youth mental health.

ALT A research recruitment flyer seeking teens ages 15 to 18 to participate in a study from the University of Calgary exploring social camouflaging, the use of strategies to hide or mask Autistic traits in social situations. Text reads, Research participants needed! We are looking for teens who self-identify as Autistic or Non-Autistic, are 15-18 years old, and live in the Calgary area. We want to learn more about teens’ social behaviour (e.g., masking), thinking, learning, mental health, and well-being. Participation includes questionnaires, a 3-hour lab visit, daily survey over a week-long period. Participants will receive monetary compensation for their time! Follow the QR code to learn more about the study or email enhancelab@ucalgary.ca. At the bottom right corner is a large QR code.