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Autistic Adults and Transitioning Relationships… to overcome but it is always good to do what is best for you,” says Hannah Tomkovicz, Director of Adult Services at Autism Speaks. “Some autistic adults can mask these feelings because that is what they have gotten used to doing. But there … author Brigid Rankowski is a self-advocate who writes and presents on various disability topics with a specialization in autism. She is executive director of The Way We Move, a social circus program that brings circus arts to marginalized …
Tips for autistic adults managing diabetes… Studies suggest that having autism may be associated with a higher risk of diabetes , a disease that occurs when your blood glucose, also called blood … things to remember are: you are not alone and you can live a healthy, long life with diabetes. In fact, while those with autism and diabetes may experience some unique challenges, some may find their preference for routine and attention to …
Catching up with Scarlett: Autistic second grader and her super mom thrive in 2022… Hi, Autism Speaks family! I’m Scarlett’s mom, Caitee. I’m writing this because as we move closer to the new year, I wanted to … look back at the many milestones Scarlett, now 7, has hit since you last heard from us four years ago. I also want to thank Autism Speaks for keeping up with her and being a constant resource for our family. We appreciate all you do. Scarlett …
Catching Up with Alex and Blu Star Productions… is today. During our conversation, Alex introduced Blu Star Productions , a venture he founded to empower filmmakers with autism and neurodivergent individuals. He describes Blu Star Productions as "a collective of artists with disabilities … documentary which is about the creation of Middle Tennessee’s largest all-inclusive playground. Alex was diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder as a toddler and has been making slice-of-life documentaries during his undergraduate career. We …
Just relax: A guide to progressive muscle relaxation… Relaxation Script University of Washington: Relaxation Script for Younger Children Medical conditions associated with autism Anxiety: Kids and Teens Autism and anxiety in adults Seeking therapy: Options and considerations for autistic adults Lydia Wayman and Kelly Mahler …
Preparing for the new school year… now, it truly helped me out with my success, especially during COVID when everything was online. Have you utilized any of Autism Speaks toolkits and services? If so, please tell us about how the organization has helped. Autism Speaks has helped me out tremendously when I was younger. More specifically, their resources on postsecondary …
Learning to love myself… embrace who you are. Otherwise, you are sentencing yourself to a lifetime of unhappiness. I find that it helps to think of autism or whatever you are contending with as being a “profile” or as being a unique aspect of your identity. Being able to … My Aspie profile has also endowed me with abilities that have served me well. For example, as with many folks on the autism spectrum, I am particularly detail-oriented, analytic and adept at thinking “outside the box.” Remember: a half-full …
Criterios de diagnóstico del autismo… ¿Cuáles son los criterios de diagnóstico del autismo del DSM-5? El Manual Diagnóstico y Estadístico de los Trastornos Mentales (DSM) de la Asociación Estadounidense … los trastornos mentales. En 2013, la APA publicó la quinta edición del DSM (DSM-5). Establecía que para un diagnóstico de autismo se requieren deficiencias persistentes en la comunicación social y la interacción social en múltiples contextos, que …
Conozca a Cidmarie V.… servicios relacionados con su hermano autista. En cada momento de su vida, ha sido una defensora de sus seres queridos con autismo. Ahora, como profesora de educación especial, también se ha dedicado a ayudar a personas con autismo y otras discapacidades a “descubrir y liberar su verdadero potencial”. A través de sus experiencias vividas, da voz …
Autistic Chef Justin shares his lasagna recipe… Gravy is showing their support for the autistic community by donating $1 from every jar sold in stores and online to Autism Speaks during March, April and May. … Autistic Chef Justin shares his lasagna recipe …