Supporting Autistic Children in the Child Welfare System

• By: Judith A. Lucas, MD, MJ Albany Medical Center
• September 15th, 2025
• caregiver maltreatment, child welfare system, communication challenges, Fall 2025 Issue, family stress, foster care placement, professional training, trauma-informed support
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Child welfare system (CWS) involvement is extremely stressful for families, particularly those with autistic children. Research has shown that substantially higher numbers of children with autism are reported to and investigated by child protective services. Some evidence suggests that autistic...

Stories of Autism in the Indian American Community: Rebuilding Life After Grief

• By: Priya Winston PhD, LMSW Sairam Soundararajan Transitions Program of the Arc Lexington
• September 15th, 2025
• adhd, communication challenges, cultural identity, Fall 2025 Issue, family resilience, traumatic brain injury
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Being an immigrant in the United States is a unique experience of navigating two worlds/cultures. I personally take great pride in being a second-generation Indian American. I’ve always loved the food, media, warmth, and hospitality. However, it hasn’t always been easy. My experience of being...