Autism Within the Criminal Justice System
October 04, 2022
For this issue looking at safety and the criminal justice system, OAR sat down with
A Guide to Understanding and Managing Safety
October 04, 2022
Autism presents a range of safety challenges across the lifespan including difficulty interacting with law
Autism and Law Enforcement: Strategies for Safer Interactions
October 04, 2022
Autistic individuals, like all of us, are likely to encounter law enforcement officers at some
New 988 Suicide Prevention Line Launches
August 04, 2022
The 988 National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, established by Congress in 2020, launched on Saturday, July
The Role of Social Connections in Reducing Suicide Risk
April 06, 2022
In November, OAR’s Board of Directors authorized funding for five applied autism research studies in
CVS Backs Housing For People With Developmental Disabilities
January 20, 2022
CVS is committing millions of dollars toward housing for people with developmental disabilities and other
Teens With Autism and Driving: Often a Tough Discussion
January 04, 2022
Half of the respondents said they routinely talk to teen patients about their transportation needs
Better dental visits for kids with autism? There’s an app for that
December 23, 2021
The All Smiles Shine app was created in partnership with PAOH and the Delta Dental Foundation to help the
How airlines are making travel easier for autistic passengers
December 21, 2021
Traveling can be complicated for neurodivergent travelers. That’s why airlines are working to make air
Promoting Inclusivity in the Telehealth Movement
November 30, 2021
The emergency department (ED) is often a chaotic, loud, and, frankly, frightening place. Patients may
Outpatient Mental Health Crisis Screening
November 30, 2021
Roughly 70% of autistic children have at least one co-occurring psychiatric diagnosis, and over 30%
November 30, 2021
When the COVID-19 pandemic began, many doctors and other providers adapted to a telehealth model
