With Greta Thunberg in Time’s Spotlight, Those on the Spectrum Seeing “a Profound Moment”

• By: Stephen M. Shore, EdD Adelphi University
• April 1st, 2020
• abilitiy, advocacy, autism acceptance, autism awareness, Greta Thunberg, neurodiversity, Spring 2020 Issue, Stephen Shore
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In just several months, Greta Thunberg, 16, has flayed international leaders, electrified climate advocates and served notice that her generation will bring new urgency to saving the planet. Her voice is forceful, her intensity unapologetic and her expressions candid. She’s also on the autism...

Supporting Students on the Autism Spectrum in Higher Education

• By: Mitchell Nagler, MA, LMHC Stephen M. Shore, EdD Adelphi University
• January 1st, 2013
• college, education, students, supports
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The continuing rise in prevalence of autism, now at 1 in 88 (Center for Disease Control, 2012), has engendered greater awareness of the condition, followed by increased research, and improved interventions and strategies for individuals with Asperger Syndrome (AS) and High Functioning Autism (HFA)....