It is not only in comparison with the general population that adults with autism fare poorly. Using data from the US National Longitudinal Transition Study-2 (NLTS2; n > 11,000 adults) Orsmond et al. (2013) compared rates of participation in social activities among young adults with aut...
Participants in the study were the non-autistic adults who had either autistic or neurotypical siblings and the term ‘sibling’ referred to the siblings of the non-autistic participants, both mixed (neurotypical sibling + autistic sibling) and matched (neurotypical sibling + neurotypical sib...
For some people, like for me, I have trouble articulating quickly that I have problems with communication, so I think having a ribbon that just said “neurodivergent” is kind of like having a button that says, “Ask me about this…” So to me, that would be helpful. I know that’s ...
Parent of 3 vaccine-injured children, now young adults, one of whom was severely and permanently disabled by his “routine” childhood vaccinations, and is now dependent on others and the government for the remainder of his life. Posted byAge of Autismon January 22, 2025 at 06:00 AM inCur...
This time, I’m going to review a study on a subject that is dear to my heart: the effects of exiting high school on autism symptomatology and maladaptive behaviors in adolescents and young adults with ASD.Recommended Reading for 17 December, 2010 17 December, 2010accessibility, justice, ...
Autism is a disorder of contrasts between spared abilities and deficits in areas of social-communicative development that we take for granted: a child with autism who can recite the alphabet and recognize numbers may not turn to his name or follow a pointing gesture. As adults, individuals with...
Kadiant delivers the highest quality Applied Behavior Analysis therapy and related critical services to children, adolescents, teens, and adults on the autism spectrum. Our treatment programs are always individualized, and keep each client’s abilities and goals in-focus to reach milestones that matter...
Predicting the Outcomes of Parents of Transition-Age Youth or Young Adults with ASD Article 06 February 2020 Introduction Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a neurodevelopmental disorder often associated with a broad range of difficulties and co-morbid diagnoses which cumulatively impact on the child...
A series of sketchesfor parents of children and adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder, their relatives, caregivers, and friends. Chapter 03 (Read 02 and 01 here.) Birthday Party – Texas Roadhouse Angela pulled me aside, concerned. We were by the outdoor grill at Hope Ranch. “Zero woke me...
This event is for parents, teachers, clinicians, autistic adults, and medical professionals. We are looking for presenters and partners. Certificates of attendance for continuing education credits will... ConferenceEducation & TrainingWellness, Health & Fitness Follow 15Fri...