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Verbal Behavior Therapy… principles of Applied Behavior Analysis and the theories of behaviorist B.F. Skinner. This approach encourages people with autism to learn language by connecting words with their purposes. The student learns that words can help them get desired … Behavior therapy begins by teaching mands (requests) as the most basic type of language. For example, the individual with autism learns that saying “cookie” can produce a cookie. As soon as the student makes a request, the therapist repeats the …
Victoria Handy… her daughter and the future At 17, after years of being misunderstood and misdiagnosed, Victoria was diagnosed with autism , marking the beginning of a transformative chapter in her life. Armed with her diagnosis, Victoria found solace in … online resources geared towards helping her navigate the complexities of social interactions and everyday challenges with autism. Citing the support of her devoted mother, and a reliance on her own strong intuition, Victoria has carved out a …
Blue Blessings Resources… Register to get your free guidebook Services & Supports Resource Flyers Ways the Autism Response Team Can Help Autism Speaks Mission One-Sheet Autism Speaks Fact Sheet Resources for School Aged Children Resources for Young Children …
Safety products and services… product. Products can be an option to consider as a part of a multifaceted safety plan, specific to a person with autism's unique needs. Resources to create a multifaceted safety plan Remember, a person with autism's safety needs can change as they get older or when there is a sudden change in routine, so the safety plan should be …
Tonya Haynes… at the University of Missouri-St. Louis in the College of Nursing and mother of Tyler Haynes . Since Tyler’s diagnosis of autism in 2003, Tonya has prioritized efforts aimed at enhanced understanding of how autism impacts her son and what she can do to help him reach his full potential . With an acute eye for detail, Tonya …
Alex Astrella… The director of his story with autism Alex’s journey with autism began with a diagnosis at the age of two in Los Angeles, California, when Alex's parents were told that he was not …
Access Services… Are you an adult seeking autism services? See our Guide for Adults . If your child’s screening for autism identifies developmental delays or learning challenges, he or she is entitled to intervention services. You can start these services before your child receives an autism diagnosis. If your child is under the age of 3, you can get services through your state’s Early Intervention program. …
Logan Slaughter… Embracing autism with love of self and community Born and raised in Harrison, Arkansas, Logan’s life took a significant turn when he was diagnosed with autism at the age of 10. However, what might have seemed like an insurmountable obstacle to some became a pathway to …
"Why Research Matters" Webinar… April 20, 2020 at 3:00-4:30pm Eastern Time Join us to gain an understanding of why autism research matters and the importance of advocating for additional investment in autism research and services, especially i n the context of our current political and public health environment . While most …
Obesity… Autism Treatment Network Research on Obesity Researchers in the ATN study obesity in children with autism. They have found that more kids with autism were obese (were heavier than a healthy weight) than kids without …