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The Invisible Struggle: Autism Diagnosis in Immigrant Families
…somewhat more comfortable if there are residential spaces where similar community members reside so that when aging parents come to see their children, they also get an existing parent support…
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A How-To Guide to Emotional Support for Neurodiverse Couples
In my neurodiverse couples therapy practice in New York City, many central themes are addressed including communication, intimacy, sex, and parenting. However, one of the most consistent themes brought up…
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Expert Tips and Strategies for Navigating Potty Training Challenges for Autistic Children
…medically approved ways to address or overcome them. Common ASD Comorbidities That Negatively Impact Potty Training One of the most common and difficult to overcome symptoms several patients with ASD…
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Introducing the Use of Behavior Skills Training to Achieve Staff Proficiency in the Use of PECS
…functionally in everyday activities should determine methods and durations of the intervention Early communication intervention begins with supporting social components, teaching pre-linguistic communication, providing other modes of expressive communication, building…
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Empowering Students with Autism Spectrum Disorder
…practice and mastery of functional routines, and experiential learning supports comprehension and skill generalization. Students achieve independence in numerous critical life skills including: executive functioning, health and safety, self-determination, employability,…
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Co-Occurring Conditions in Mild Autism Spectrum Disorder: Integrated Treatment Approaches
…PsyD Estimating the prevalence of the most common, co-occurring conditions in adults with mild ASD is complicated by the heterogeneity of both ASD the condition and ASD research methodology. The…
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Employing Theater Arts to Enhance the Lives of Individuals with ASD
…2013 textbook, Interventions for Autism Spectrum Disorders: Translating Science into Practice, Dr. Sam Goldstein noted that the capacity to socialize effectively, gain access to peers, and enjoy the company and…
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Howard Savin, PhD, Joins Autism Spectrum News Editorial Board
…His accomplishments include the development of a multi-site group mental health practice in suburban Philadelphia, which evolved into a national managed behavioral health care company, AGCA. He is the founder…
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Empowering Young Women with ASD to be Successful in the Workplace
…describing characteristics of successful people: responsible and motivated, strong communicators, conscientious, and flexible. This list highlights why people on the spectrum, in particular, have difficulty obtaining and sustaining employment. The…
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Treating the Adolescent with ASD: The Quest To Establish Selfhood
…therapists to help them compensate for various areas of social and emotional weaknesses. In my practice, I often encounter parents (typically mothers) who have spent years serving as their child’s…
