Wandering is a hazard for some children with Autism and a new study finds that tracking device technology may help. Read the Article Here
Autism’s Drug Problem
Many people on the spectrum take multiple medications which can have serious side effects and may not even be effective. Take a look at some of the drug therapies often associated with Autism. Read the Article Here
How businesses are welcoming children with Autism
Because sensory issues are so common in kids with autism, one issue many families affected by autism face is finding sensory-friendly outings everyone can enjoy. Read the Article Here
Assistive technologies bring new life skills to those with Autism
The emergence of new technologies has made great strides in helping those afflicted. Dr. Rebecca M. Jones, a neuroscientist and assistant professor in the Department of Psychiatry at Weill Cornell Medicine and NewYork-Presbyterian Center for Autism and the Developing Brain in White Plains discusses the ways technology is used to help those with autism to communicate, learn, and interact. Read …
8 ingenious innovations helping autistic children communicate
Innovative tech solutions have come a long way to help empower the autistic community, enhancing communication through ingenuity. And we’re taking time to recognize some of these impactful and creative gadgets. Read the Article Here
The Best Depictions of Autism in the Arts
Bringing a realistic picture of those with autism to books and screens can be a challenge. Here are a few works that do it well. Read the Article Here
Why Some Companies are Trying to Hire More People on the Autism Spectrum
The majority of those with autism are unemployed, but new pilot programs at big companies, such as EY and Microsoft, are discovering unexpected benefits from having “neurodiverse” colleagues. Read the Article Here
Robots, Apps and Brain Scans: New Tools to Help the Autistic Child
Beyond apps, groundbreaking research into technology-based interventions for autism could boost the social skills of children with developmental conditions. Such technologies may help these children make friends once they sit down at the table. Read the Article Here
Comic Redesigns Autism Spectrum to Crush Stereotypes
A fresh approach to explaining and understanding Autism. Read the Article Here
What I Wish More People Understood about Toys as the Parent of an Autistic Child
Kids are kids only once. Their childhoods should be happy and magical and free of useless judgment. Read the Article Here