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9.4.2018
Julia debuts on Sesame Street episode about autism acceptance
Sesame Street debuted their newest muppet, Julia, on HBO on April 10, 2017. Julia made headlines earlier in the year for being the first Sesame Street
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9.2.2018
What can I do while I wait for an evaluation?
Click here to read an excerpt from the Autism Speaks First Concern to Action Tool Kit on what you can do while waiting to get an autism test.
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9.2.2018
Getting a formal evaluation
Click here to read an excerpt from the Autism Speaks First Concern to Action Tool Kit on Getting a Formal Autism Evaluation.
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9.2.2018
Talking to your healthcare provider about concerns
Click here to read an excerpt from the Autism Speaks First Concern to Action Tool Kit on talking to your healthcare provider about concerns in your
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9.2.2018
How technology can help
Technology can help your autistic child become more independent, work on their challenges and improve upon their strengths. See how technology can
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9.2.2018
Health Needs for Young Adults
Click here to read an excerpt from the Autism Speaks Transition Tool Kit on Health Needs for Young Adults.
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9.2.2018
Preparing for Employment
While your child is still in high school, you may want to begin the process of learning and educating him or her about possible future careers. Go
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9.2.2018
Community Living
Click here to read an excerpt from the Autism Speaks Transition Tool Kit on community living.
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9.2.2018
Ten Ways to Build Independence
This list from Autism Speaks' Autism Response Team member tells how to help autistic children increase independence at home, school and in the
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9.2.2018
The Importance of Self-Advocacy in the Transition Process
Click here to read an excerpt from the Autism Speaks Transition Tool Kit on The Importance of Self-Advocacy in the Transition Process.
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9.2.2018
The Importance of Person-Centered Planning
Click here to read an excerpt from the Autism Speaks Transition Tool Kit on The Importance of Person-Centered Planning.
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9.2.2018
Assembling your team after an autism diagnosis
It often takes a team of people to help support a person with autism. Use this information to assemble a group of professionals after an new autism
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9.2.2018
My Story: Diagnosed with Autism at 34
Below is an autism story for adults who suspect they may have autism or who have been recently diagnosed. The post is written by Samantha Ranaghan.
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9.2.2018
What are my rights as an adult with autism?
Click here to read an excerpt from the Autism Speaks Adult Autism Tool Kit on what your rights are as an adult with autism.
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9.2.2018
Why do I need a diagnosis as an adult?
Click here to read an excerpt from the Autism Speaks Adult Autism Diagnosis Tool Kit on why you should consider getting an autism diagnosis as an
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9.2.2018