Blogs

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Autism Genome Project

Autism Research on a Grand Scale: The Autism Genome Project

At the most basic level, human life relies on the vast amounts of information contained in an individual’s genetic code. From cell growth to visible characteristics, every detail of a person’s physical existence is determined by their genes. Whil...

Helping Grandchildren with Autism

From the thrill of the pregnancy announcement to the first time you hold your child’s child, becoming a grandparent is traditionally an experience filled with expectation and happiness. Watching grandchildren grow ...

Kids with autism & Emergencies

Helping Kids with Autism Handle Emergencies: Clear Communication is Critical

Remember the Three C’s of Communication in an Emergency

 In the previous post, we discussed the im...
Disaster Preparedness & Autism

Safety First: Disaster Preparedness for Families of Children with Autism

Safety First: Disaster Preparedness for Families of Children with Autism

As a parent, how should you approach disaster preparedness if one or more of your children is on the autism spectrum?A quick review of recent headlines underscores th...

Two New High-Tech Wearables for Kids with ASD Look Promising

A new app-controlled pressure vest to reduce anxiety for kids with ASD and augmented reality (AR) glasses to improve social interaction are in development this year and doing well in peer-reviewed studies.

For many years now, research...

Writing and Autism: Build Confidence and Connection Through the Written Word

Getting your kids to write anything down can feel impossible—especially if you’re the parent of a child on the autism spectrum, who may be <a href="https://springbrookprd.wpengine.com/understanding-the-minimally-verbal-or-nonverbal-child-with-aut...