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Graduating from the pediatrician to the adult doctor… A well-planned transition from pediatric to adult healthcare is known to lead to better medical care and an improved quality of life for autistic individuals. Yet, graduating from the pediatrician to an adult doctor often … is the reason they put off planning for the change. It is common for parents to worry about leaving a trusted pediatrician who has probably seen their child for most of their life, including during their autism screening and diagnosis. It is even … over. The healthcare system is also lagging in leading this transition. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reported in 2021 that only one in 13 adolescents with autism spectrum disorder receive the recommended planning …
Questions and answers… Autism Speaks is wholly focused on fostering a world in which all people with autism can reach their full potential. It’s this vision that … conversation surrounding autism has evolved in many ways since our founding in 2005. Informed by both advances in research and the lived experiences of autistic individuals, people now know a great deal more about autism and how to best support those who are connected to it. Recently, the CDC reported an increase in the prevalence of autism from 1 in 44 children to 1 in 36 children, including increased …
Takeaways from the October 2023 IACC Meeting… Committee ( IACC ) is a federal advisory committee authorized by the Autism CARES Act. It coordinates federal efforts and provides recommendations to the Secretary of Health and Human Services on issues related to autism spectrum disorder. … autism topics they believe deserve attention. A highlight of this meeting was the in-person oral testimony of Cheryl Chafos who shared the tragic story of how her 19-year-old son Zachary died after placement in a neuropsychiatric bed at a Maryland … from: Federal agencies including the Administration for Community Living (ACL), Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), Department of Education, Environmental Protection Agency, National …
Autism and Exercise: Special Benefits… Guest post by Sean Healy, author of a new meta-analysis of research on the benefits of exercise for youth who have autism . Dr. Healy is an assistant professor in the Department of Behavioral Health and Nutrition, at the University of Delaware. He conducts research on physical activity adapted to the needs of special … Practical tips for encouraging regular physical activity: 1. Start small The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends that children get at least an hour of physical activity daily. That’s good to know, but I suggest starting …
Benefits of Exercise for People with Autism… on the benefits of exercise for autistic youth . Dr. Healy is an assistant professor in the Department of Behavioral Health and Nutrition, at the University of Delaware. He conducts research on physical activity adapted to the needs of special … in more detail below. Exercise and autism: The wide-ranging benefits Social skills Our meta-analysis showed that youth who participated in physical activity programs designed for individuals with autism showed significant gains in their social … practical tips for encouraging regular physical activity: Start small : The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends that children get at least an hour of physical activity daily. That’s good to know, but I suggest starting …
Autism Speaks elects four dynamic business leaders to its national board… NEW YORK (April 24, 2018) – Autism Speaks, which is dedicated to promoting solutions across the spectrum and throughout the life span for the needs of people with autism and their families, has elected four new members to its … and repositioned it as a contract manufacturer focused on baked, gluten-free, and organic convenience foods. Mr. Carpenter, who holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from Lehigh University, has served on various industry and community boards. He and his … medical issues such as GI disorders, seizures and sleep disturbances. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimates 1 in 68 children is on the autism spectrum. About Autism Speaks Autism Speaks is dedicated to promoting …
Cheryl Chafos honors her late son, Zachary… Chafos will tell you about her son Zachary, Zach to those lucky enough to know him, is that he was a very happy person and loved people. Pizza and Chick-fil-A were up there, too. He also happened to be something of a Pixar aficionado, favoring … for his "One Perfect Day". Zach was also a 19-year-old nonverbal autistic young adult with intellectual disabilities who suffered from seizures since age 14 and had some challenging behaviors, developing aggression as he got older. While he … years for programs primarily at the National Institutes of Health (NIH), the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), and the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) that advance autism research, services, and training of …
Autism Speaks names top 10 studies of 2020 … Autism Speaks announced its annual selection of studies that most powerfully advance its mission of enhancing lives today and accelerating a spectrum of solutions for tomorrow. Autism Speaks science leadership and Medical and Science Advisory … autism research and practice by highlighting the importance of rigorous implementation methods to understand what, for whom, and how interventions work,” they said. Kasari and Georgiades explain: “In the first study, toddlers with ASD were … C, et al. Timing of the diagnosis of autism in African American children . Pediatrics . (2020). 146(3). Although the CDC found in its 2020 prevalence reporting that the gap between Black and white children had effectively been …
We are so overwhelmed with going back to school. What can we do to prepare our family and our loved ones?… Ph.D., a clinical child psychologist at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center. Going back to school during a pandemic is no one’s idea of a great way to kick off a season of learning. There are many variables to consider, and there is … if your child is not able to wear a mask by the time school starts? Some schools are permitting face shields for children who can’t tolerate masks, or allowing exemptions from face coverings. What will you do if your child is exposed to COVID? … Internationally, that is the World Health Organization. In the U.S., the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) . Finally, your state and local health departments will further determine what will be effective in your local …
Tips for autistic adults managing diabetes… also called blood sugar, is too high. Diabetes can lead to serious health problems, such as heart disease, vision loss and kidney disease. There are three types of diabetes – type 1 , type 2 and then gestational , which only develops in … attention to detail advantageous in management of the disease. With the help of contributor Lydia Wayman, an autistic adult who was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes at age 3 , we share advice to help you manage diabetes and live a quality life. … empowered to manage your health and wellbeing. A good place to start reading is the American Diabetes Association and the CDC . But most hospitals, clinics, and even community-based providers, like YMCAs, offer diabetes education classes that are …