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The Autism Speaks Transition Tool Kit – A Guide to Assist Families on the Journey from Adolescence to Adulthood
…and other organizational tools provide suggested structure for the transition process. Autism Speaks offers the Transition Tool Kit free of charge. A standard version can be downloaded at www.autismspeaks.org/community/family_services/transition.php. Tool…
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Ira and David Minot – The Father and Son Team Behind Mental Health News and Autism Spectrum News
…the community. We both believe in the vital need to provide a trusted source of science-based education and resources to the community,” said Ira and David Minot. “The real praise,…
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Autism Spectrum News Interview with Linda Walder, Esq, Founder and Executive Director of The Daniel Jordan Fiddle Foundation
…deeply I care about the incredible individuals and families in the autism community. Eventually, I decided that this was indeed something I was committed to, so with the support of…
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Interventions for Individuals on the Autism Spectrum and How Best to Evaluate Their Effectiveness
…scientific communities in general. Complicating this further is the fact that scientific journals do not typically publish negative research findings. In other words, research indicating that particular treatments are not…
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The Neurobiology of Sensory-Perceptual Symptoms in Autism
…movement. We are actively recruiting adolescents for this study. Participants will receive a free diagnostic evaluation including a psychiatric evaluation, ADOS and ADI-R, the opportunity for a free genetic evaluation,…
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Interdisciplinary Team Perspectives on the Progress of Two Boys
…clinicians seeking to do their best in supporting children with autism. Their stories reinforce the importance of team communication and consistent implementation of research-based practices and leadership. Ben is a…
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Physical Fitness Activities and Nutrition Support for Autism Families
…it’s easy to give in to your child’s requests for sugar and stimulating games (they’re adorable and you want them to be happy, after all!) it’s best to commit the…
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High School Student Forms Nonprofit Devoted to Improving Neurodiversity in the Workplace
…Inclusion is a nonprofit organization. All courses and assistance provided are free. With this free assistance, Isabella hopes to make SN Inclusion as impactful for the special needs community as…
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Eighth Annual Celebration of People with Disabilities in Films Film Festival: Disability is Diversity Day at Pace University
…festivities have expanded into Disability is Diversity Day. As always, this event is free and open to all. The festival offers the opportunity for guests to meet alumni, faculty, and…
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Advice for Parents with Children Entering Post-Secondary Education
…journey through autism: A guide for transition to adulthood (2nd edition). Organization for Autism Research. Viezel, K.D., Free, B., & Morgan, C.D. (2022). Adaptive behavior of college students with autism….
