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Preparing for the Transition to Adulthood
Adulthood brings increasing levels of independence, choice, and personal control. For students in special education, adulthood begins with what is known in the…
Everyone deserves a fulfilling college experience, including autistic students. Going to college can be an exciting opportunity to discover new interests, live independently,…
For most parents, the autism diagnosis can be challenging, especially when it comes to understanding the details and complexities of autism spectrum disorder (ASD).
DAD Focuses on the Fathers of Autistic Children
“I hope the film shows Dads like me that it doesn’t have to be quite so lonely, and actually talking about ‘it’ can only…
Navigating Mental Health Support
In a study published in 2023, more autistic college students reported below-average mental health (22.9%) than their non-autistic peers (14.3%), highlighting…
Rewatch OAR’s Webinars that Promote Neurodiversity Inclusion
Since 2018, OAR has been pleased to offer free webinars for parents, autistics, educators, and professionals from the autism community. These archived webinars…
Check Out OAR’s Educator’s Guide to ASD
Many autistic students have learning and social difficulties that require support from educators. OAR’s ninth Life Journey Through Autism guidebook is intended to help…
OAR’s Kit for Kids Promotes Friendship
Incorporating the Kit for Kids into a curriculum is a significant step in a school’s anti-bullying strategy. Research shows that students with disabilities…
Help for Transitions at Different Life Stages
For this month’s issue on transitions, OAR offers this list of resources that highlight best practices and tips for transitions throughout the different stages…
Navigating the Transition to Adulthood
For students in special education, “transition” refers to the time when a young adult leaves the K-12 education system and embarks upon adult life.
For this month’s issue on safety and the criminal justice system, OAR has compiled a list of agencies and organizations that provide resources related…
A Guide to Understanding and Managing Safety
Autism presents a range of safety challenges across the lifespan including difficulty interacting with law enforcement, communicating with others, and unknowingly engaging in illegal…
