Corinne Purtill

Science and health reporter for the Los Angeles Times who reported on autistic youth suicide risk and coverage of the Tricaricos' story and related research.

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Dec 15, 2025 • 55min

New Research Tackles Heightened Risk of Suicide for Autistic Kids

Samara Tricarico, co-founder of the Endurant Movement, shares her personal journey raising an autistic son while advocating for better mental health support. Corinne Purtill, a health reporter, highlights alarming statistics about suicide risk among autistic youth. Jessica Schwartzman discusses the need for autism-informed mental health strategies, emphasizing the emotional toll of masking. Together, they explore the gaps in conventional mental health care and propose innovative solutions for supporting autistic individuals at risk.

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