The Impact of Autism and Co-Occurring Gastrointestinal Issues on Child Flourishing

• By: Sonia Agarwal, MSc Mia Angeliese, MS, CSP Amanda Bertsch, MS, CCC-SLP Dr. Jessica Emick, PhD Fielding Graduate University
• April 4th, 2025
• advocacy, co-occurring conditions, collaborative care, flourishing, gastrointestinal issues, health, Integrated Care, mental health, neurodevelopment, research, Spring 2025 Issue, stomach concerns
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Author’s note: Recent trends in language use within the autism community show a divide between professionals who often prefer person-first language (e.g., “person with autism”) and autistic advocates who often favor identity-first language (e.g., “autistic person”), for reasons of...

The Role of Virtual Reality in Autism Therapy: Recent Advancements

• By: Jenna Winkelman, MA Fielding Graduate University
• April 4th, 2025
• actually autistic, adults, emotional well-being, exposure therapy, mental health, neurodiversity, sensory-friendly, social skills, Spring 2025 Issue, telehealth, therapy, virtual reality
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Over the years, technology has improved to create a more immersive environment for users. One more popular trend in technology is the use of virtual reality (VR). Although typically used for gaming purposes, professionals have also found ways to utilize VR for therapeutic purposes. Initially, VR...