Teen With Autism Develops Career From Sports
March 22, 2019
15-year-old Andrew Roberts from Northboro, Massachussets discusses strengths with being on the spectrum and how it can help him develop sports as a passion and potential career...
Motor Traits Not Unique to Autism
March 20, 2019
Researchers enroll 625 infants from eight sites from a network of research teams in the United States, Canada, United Kingdom and Israel. Studies find no difference in those on the spectrum and those with other developmental conditions...
Latest Study Shows A Variety of Co-Occuring Conditions with Autism
March 18, 2019
A new comprehensive study of nearly 6 million people reveals the onset and prevalence of nine diagnoses that often accompany autism...
Pregnancy Infections, Not Vaccines, Suggest Links to Autism
March 15, 2019
In an observational study, infections during pregnancy can affect brain development and lead to developmental delays like autism in 79% of the cases presented. ...
March 11, 2019
The CDC says there is no scientific link between autism and vaccinations; the WHO names anti-vaxxers as a global health threat because people believe there is a link and are reducing the number of lives that are able to be saved each year. ...
Scottish University Researches ASD Internet Safety
March 08, 2019
Heriot Watt University in the UK has formulated a research study that will look at the risks involved online for those on the spectrum. Such studies will be important for developing proper interventions that promote social well-being, but prevent harm. ...
Abu Dhabi Fosters ASD Inclusivity via Swimming Contest
March 06, 2019
In Abu Dhabi, the Emirates Autism Centre and Canadian International School of Abu Dhabi (CIS) hold a swimming contest called “SwimUnified” to build bridges between those on the spectrum and those who are not. ...
Malaysian Mall Hosts “Autism Friendly Shopping Day”
March 04, 2019
The Sunway Putra Mall in Malaysia has developed an awareness campaign called The Autsome, also known as “Autism is Awesome,” in order to develop more understanding of ASD. The campaign consists of an Autosome Bazaar in which 10% of the proceeds will go to supporting the National Autism Society of...
Rate of Children Diagnosed with ASD in Northern Ireland Doubles
March 01, 2019
Increased awareness of autism in North Ireland has caused a rise of autism diagnoses in children. The government, schools, and organizations in North Ireland find themselves unprepared to provide adequate services with this doubled rate increase. ...
Genetic Tests May Help with ASD Treatment
February 27, 2019
While genetic tests do not diagnose autism, they can be used to significantly alter the course of treatments, especially for co-occurring conditions. Scientific American cites an example where a gene mutation known to cause seizures in those with ASD could be used for treatment. ...
TMobile Sporting Arena Offers Sensory Bags for those with ASD
February 25, 2019
The TMobile Arena in Las Vegas has partnered with the non-profit KultureCity to offer “sensory bags” for the autism community. These bags are meant to alleviate the distress that sporting events may cause for those living on the autism spectrum. ...
Exploring the Autism Services “Cliff”
February 21, 2019
An article on The Atlantic explores why services for adults on the autism spectrum are insufficient as more children on the spectrum transition into adulthood....
