Our bodies are designed to move. Every bit of movement counts as physical activity, which is critical for maintaining good health. Physical activity doesn’t have to be intensive sports or heavy gym workouts. There are many other practical ways to stay active and healthy. Health behavior scientists recognize that excessive sedentary behavior is a risk…
A Shift in Communication Early in my career as a school-based speech-language pathologist (SLP), I worked with a student who had very limited verbal speech. His frustration often led to behavioral outbursts, as he struggled to make his needs known. I introduced an Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) core board that allowed him to choose…
Job searching is hard, even for the most qualified and skilled candidates. Whether you’re just starting your job search or several months into the process, it’s easy to get discouraged. Luckily, this article provides strategies and tips to help you stay motivated from the initial search to the offer letter. Don’t Neglect Your Interests Outside…
ARLINGTON, VA, April 17, 2025 – In celebration of April Month of the Military Child, the Organization for Autism Research (OAR) is proud to announce the recipients of the Operation Autism grant. These awards recognize and fund support groups that are making a difference in the lives of military families impacted by autism. Each award…
Arlington, VA, April 11, 2025 – The Organization for Autism Research (OAR) is excited to announce the winners of the spring 2025 Peer Education Grant competition. This cycle, OAR has awarded fourteen grants totaling $40,730.17 to teach nearly 14,000 students about autism. Since 2012, OAR has helped educate more than 250,000 students and peers about…
OAR received entries from 111 talented artists across 20 states and four countries with their interpretations of the theme, “Dreams,” for this year’s Youth Art Contest. Every entry showcased creativity and a deep connection to the theme, and we were truly inspired by the incredible talent on display. We are grateful for their thoughtful contributions! …
I was diagnosed with Asperger’s when I was a child (and later re-diagnosed with autism after high school), and I felt so different from everyone else growing up. I didn’t feel like anyone in my school could relate to me. Then I saw the movie A Beautiful Mind. For the very first time, a character…
Chester County Intermediate Unit Media Release April 3, 2025 Chester County Intermediate Unit Celebrates World Autism Awareness Day with Countywide Initiatives Contact: Christa Fazio …
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is planning a large study to look into potential connections between autism and vaccines, according to a March 10 Reuters article, even though extensive past studies have found no links. While the CDC has not provided details about the study, The Washington Post reported that the…
This April, athletes around the country will lace up their sneakers for a good cause: the annual Active for Autism 5K and Kids Dash. OAR’s signature 5K is back for its seventh year, in-person on April 13 in Alexandria, Virginia, and virtually anywhere between April 1 and 12. Don’t miss out on this exciting and…
