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New research changes map of the lymphatic system and, possibly, treatment of neurological diseases
The stunning results of a research study conducted by the University of Virginia (UVA) School of Medicine, which were released in June of 2015, determined that the brain is directly connected to the immune system by vessels previously thought not to exist, contradicting previously long-held beliefs, especially considering how extensively the lymphatic system has been…
Read MoreAutism & Insurance Coverage, an information session for parents: Sat. Nov. 14
Little Star Center, Indiana’s first center-based, therapeutic applied behavior analysis (ABA) provider serving children to young adults with autism, is hosting a seminar about autism and insurance coverage on Saturday, November 14, from 9 to 10:30 a.m. The free event will take place at the Four Points by Sheraton-West Lafayette, 1600 Cumberland Avenue. Click for…
Read MoreDr. Temple Grandin to Speak at Two Day Ohio Event on Autism
Beginning November 12, 2015, the Autism Society of Greater Akron will host two days of events focused on developmental disability. The first event is a public lecture by world-famous expert on autism Dr. Temple Grandin. The talk is scheduled to begin at 7 p.m. Nov. 12 at the Akron Civic Theatre (about a 5 hour…
Read MorePresident Obama: Champion of Disabled Americans
Looking back, it seems to us that great strides have been made over the last few years as concerns the rights of disabled Americans. One big reason for this change, in our opinion, has got to be President Obama. Love him or hate him, the President has been committed to nurturing a society that values…
Read MoreAs Autism Awareness Grows, Social Services for Autistics Take on a Local Flavor
2015 could become known as The Year of Autism Awareness. From new legislation that provides services and protections to those with an Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) or other disability, such as Down’s Syndrome (President Obama signed the Achieving a Better Life Experience, or ABLE, Act just before Christmas of 2014,) to new, progressive social service…
Read MoreAutism News Roundup, October 2015
A lot has been going on in recent weeks related to autism awareness and the ASD Community, from events to support and improve the everyday lives of autistic individuals to research that may some day help reduce the affects of the disorder and improve the quality of their lives dramatically. We thought a look at…
Read MoreAutism Speaks Does NOT Speak for All Autistic People
Autism Speaks is the largest, most powerful, Autism Advocacy group in in the country. It raises more than $120 million in donations a year to support their efforts. However, according to their own audited financial statements, in 2014 less than 4% of Autism Speaks’ expenditures actually support autistic people and their families. Salaries/benefits and associated…
Read MoreICI “Focus on Practice” Fall Series Returns November 16
The Institute on Communication and Inclusion (ICI) at Syracuse University is pleased to announce the return of their monthly “Focus on Practice” sessions designed to provide technical and social support to the growing number of facilitators working with supported typers. Using a format of reflective discussion and video examples, these topic-based conversations will help you…
Read MoreScience Writer / Autism Advocate Steve Silberman on Disorder’s Forgotten History
Steve Silberman could be considered a modern-day Renaissance Man. He is an award-winning science writer whose articles have appeared in Wired, the New Yorker, the MIT Technology Review, Nature, Salon, Shambhala Sun, and many other publications. He was awarded the AAAS “Kavli Science Journalism Award for Magazine Writing.” His featured article “The Placebo Problem” discussed…
Read MoreNew Study Finds Educators Taking Wrong Approach to Teaching Autistic Children
With the many advances in research, training, and social services available, 2015 may be remembered as the “Year of the Disabled.” From the passage of the Achieving a Better Life Experience (ABLE) Act in December of 2014 to new, innovative programs like TAP – The Autism Program of Illinois and IU’s Indiana Resource Center for Autism,…
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