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Teaching Patience with Autism… psychologists Kenneth Shamlian and Brenna Cavanaugh, of the University of Rochester Medical Center – one of 13 sites in the Autism Speaks Autism Treatment Network (ATN). Dr. Shamlian directs the medical center’s behavioral treatment program, where he and Dr. …
Autism and school: Q&A… “watch out for” or “coach” a student with ASD. What advice would you give to educators who may have a new student on the autism spectrum this school year? Ask questions!!! Talk and communicate with that student’s parents. They will know the … advice! Related school resources Education and autism Guide to Individualized Education Programs (IEP) Social skills and autism Autism in schools: Your child's rights … Autism and school: Q&A …
Adulting on the Spectrum: Start of autism advocacy… hosts Andrew Komarow and Eileen Lamb, speak with autistic author and advocate, Thomas McKean about the early days of autism advocacy and his involvement in the movement. Read a transcript of this episode. Subscribe at the below platforms to … Andrew's Facebook , Twitter , LinkedIn , Andew Komarow's website For comments and suggestions, email us at podcast@autismspeaks.org …
Family ECHO: Autism works to fill the care gap for children with autism… When her son Henry was diagnosed with autism just before the age of 3, Amy Hess was overwhelmed, resistant to accepting the diagnosis and fearful of what the … she was capable of building a life where Henry could flourish. Now, as the chair of the Family Partners committee for the Autism Speaks-supported Autism Care Network (ACNet) and Nationwide Children’s Hospital, an ACNet site, Amy is helping other …
The importance of autism awareness and acceptance… James Guttman is the father of two children, a nonverbal eight-year-old with autism and a non-stop-verbal eleven-year-old without autism. It is amazing what we can get used to. My son has autism and is nonverbal. Yet, to my family, it’s all just business as usual. There is nothing anymore shocking or confusing …
Autism shops… Autism Speaks is excited to share this growing list of small businesses and organizations that are owned or run by autistic adults and/or committed to employing individuals with autism and other special needs. Browse our directory to find their amazing products and services, many of which are …
Autism and stress: Study links stress to GI issues… professional and/or behavioral therapist. Chronic gastrointestinal problems are unusually common among people who have autism. Now, researchers in the Autism Speaks Autism Treatment Network report evidence that these painful issues correspond with a heightened hormonal …
Autism in schools: Your child's rights… People with autism have a number of legal rights and protections. It is important to understand these rights to ensure that you or your … terms, explains concepts and answers frequently asked questions regarding the rights and entitlements of individuals with autism and their families . A child's rights for public education Your special needs child has the right to a free and …
Autism and education… Autism and education …
International Autism Organizations… Worldwide there are thousands of autism organizations offering information, resources and services. While you should always consult a physician if you are concerned your child may have autism, you may also have an autism organization in your country that could provide additional support (listed …