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Assistance dog information… Service dogs have been found to be very beneficial for some children and adults with autism. Autism Speaks has put together a list of resources to help you learn more about service dogs and connect you with …
Pivotal Response Treatment (PRT)… What is Pivotal Response Treatment? Pivotal Response Treatment, or PRT, is a behavioral treatment for autism. This therapy is play-based and initiated by the child. PRT is based on the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis … family. What is the evidence that PRT is effective? PRT is one of the best studied and validated behavioral treatments for autism. More than 20 studies suggest that PRT improves communication skills in many (though not all) children who have …
Lifelong supports… The autism community relies on lifelong supports People with autism and the families that support them rely on a range of options throughout their life spans to live, remain safe and … others. Support for caregivers Family caregivers frequently play a significant role in providing support for people with autism. These unpaid caregivers require assistance to continue caring for people with autism – both children and adults – …
New York Advocacy Webinar… Thursday, March 24, 2022 at 6:30p.m. - 7:30p.m. Eastern Time Join Autism Speaks staff and New York policymakers for an update on federal and state policies affecting the autism community. We will report on updates from Capitol Hill, policy developments during the 2022 state legislative session …
Speech Therapy … is Speech Therapy? Speech-language therapy addresses challenges with language and communication. It can help people with autism improve their verbal, nonverbal, and social communication. The overall goal is to help the person communicate in more … useful and functional ways. Communication and speech-related challenges vary from person to person. Some individuals on the autism spectrum are not able to speak. Others love to talk, but have difficulty holding a conversation or understanding body … an iPad to produce the correct word Modulating tone of voice Alternative Augmentative Communication (AAC) Some people with autism find that using pictures or technology to communicate is more effective than speaking. This is known as Alternative …
Financial assistance resources… People with autism and their families often have a variety of additional expenses required to meet their unique needs. Many are looking for financial assistance. Autism Speaks has compiled a list of different types of resources on this page to help you seek support in your area. For …
Recreation… to express creativity, achieve and master new skills. Recreation can be particularly important for people with autism, drawing on opportunities to practice social skills, physical aptitude and increase motivation. These activities can … for increased self-confidence for your child. Participation in recreation and leisure activities allows individuals with autism to learn skills specific to a particular sport or activity. But more importantly, participation in these programs … not just in the specific programs, but in other areas of life as well. Benefits of recreational activities for kids with autism Recreation is important in promoting inclusion and quality of life. Increases self-esteem and confidence. Gives …
Alyssa Chapman… their life knowing they were different, but never really understanding why. In addition to being a Champion of Change for Autism Speaks and advocating for autistic people all over the world, Alyssa is completing their degree in Regional and Urban … work, and learning from the Indigenous peoples who originally inhabited these lands. She is actively involved with Autism Speaks Canada, where she lends her voice to advocate for transparent and inclusive conversations surrounding autism …
Pervasive Developmental Disorder - Not Otherwise Specified (PDD-NOS)… for Pervasive Developmental Disorder-Not Otherwise Specified. PDD-NOS was one of several previously separate subtypes of autism that were folded into the single diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) with the publication of the DSM-5 diagnostic manual in 2013. In the past, psychologists and …
RIVAL Inc.… encourages you to unleash your full potential and step forward with confidence. RIVAL is a proud longtime supporter of Autism Speaks. RIVAL will donate $5 for every designated shoe, with a minimum of $50,000 each year to Autism Speaks, ensuring ongoing support for vital programs and initiatives. … RIVAL Inc. …