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Genetic testing helped family stay healthy… Jeff B., age 25, faced some headwinds when he was diagnosed with autism, epilepsy and global developmental delay at age 4. Through genetic testing and participating in an Autism Speaks MSSNG study, his family found that he has a genetic marker linked to his three diagnoses, as well as an …
Expert Q&A: Planning for the future… support people with disabilities and their families across the life span. When I’m gone, what will happen to my child with autism? For many families of autistic loved ones, this thought is never far from mind. A great deal of people with autism require ongoing support throughout their lives, bringing up worries about what will happen when their parents or …
Encontrar la comunidad, paso a paso… Kimberly Maria Jimenez creció en un hogar hispano en el que no se comprendía bien el autismo, por lo que su camino hacia la autoaceptación no fue fácil. Cuando a su hijo Blake, de 22 años, le diagnosticaron autismo, Kimberly descubrió que ella misma estaba dentro del espectro autista. Tuvo dificultades para ser aceptada por su …
Exceptional Parent Magazine shares tips for an autism-friendly holiday… corner! For many, this is a time for twinkling lights, unwrapping presents and cozy nights with family. But for people with autism and their families, the holiday season can be stressful. Changes in routine, unusual guests, unfamiliar foods and new … be overwhelming for those on the spectrum. In this month’s edition of Exceptional Parent Magazine, read some tips from Autism Speaks’ Marta Chmielowicz to help you plan a festive season that works for everyone. Read the full story in …
New research on sexual minority autistic adults… A recent study, published in Autism in Adulthood and supported by an Autism Speaks postdoctoral fellowship grant , examined the mental health and quality of life of sexual minority autistic …
A note to parents of autistic children… post is by Ryan Lee. Follow him on Instagram , check out his YouTube channel and visit his website . Being born in 1991, autism wasn’t really understood back then. Even though I had speech therapy classes in elementary school, autism was underdiagnosed, meaning mostly a blip on the radar. You didn’t hear about support groups, special training for … and lash out. I didn’t have a full understanding of myself back then to say the least. Although we know much more about autism these days, there are still plenty of kids on the spectrum who don’t feel understood. I’m here with a message to all …
Common misconceptions about autistic employees… This guest post is by Dr. Kerry Magro Ed.D ., a professional speaker, best-selling author and autism entertainment consultant who is on the autism spectrum. A version of this blog appeared on Kerrymagro.com. Follow Kerry on Facebook . What if I told you there are … of professional development about tapping into untapped talent pools. One untapped talent pool we need to talk about is the autism community. The reason it’s untapped? While the unemployment and underemployment rate for autistic adults in the U.S. …
Career Transitions: How Amy Gravino Turned Her Passion Into Her Profession … Amy Gravino is a prominent autism sexuality advocate, relationship coach at Rutgers University (NJ), media personality and international speaker. But … and took her first office job. It would also be her last. She found it through a temp agency that did not specialize in autism or finding employment for people with ASD. There was no on-site support in place; no one for her to check in with or …
Sports Byline USA interviews Armani Williams… Armani Williams, NASCAR’s first openly autistic driver, details the many ways his autism has impacted his life and guided his career in racing. Armani shares that with the support of Autism Speaks, he has been able to inspire others to embrace their differences and follow their passions. Listen to the full …
Coffee shop serves up employment opportunities for autistic young adults… possibilities are endless.” If you visit on a Sunday, you may have the privilege of being served by Warren W., profiled by Autism Speaks in 2021 after he was crowned Homecoming King by his classmates at Wall High School. Aside working at the … shelves and helping customers on the sales floor. With just one in five people with disabilities, including those with autism, being employed, despite having the skillset and desire to work, his mom, Kristyna, said she’s thankful for her son’s …