As autism diagnoses continue to rise, the demand for applied behavioral analysis (ABA) services has increased, particularly in underserved communities. Telehealth is becoming increasingly popular to bridge the access gap and deliver crucial ABA therapies to children with autism living in rural.

In recent years, there has been a significant increase in the prevalence of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) diagnoses. According to reports from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the prevalence of autism in children has risen to 1 in 44,.

“The IACC was intended to encompass the representation of the entire population disabled by autism to tackle the serious national crisis engulfing our families and communities, but the unbalanced slate of membership of the committee has led to highly distorted discussions about.

For 25-year-old Jack Gurecki, the singer and frontman for the rock band Ignite the Fire, the social landscape can sometimes be a minefield. After a performance, the Westminster resident must make his way from the stage and into a crowd of people.

There have been some misconceptions about Autism with some believing it is linked to vaccines while others argue that it is not a disorder but a unique gift that may result in exceptional abilities. The reason for this confusion likely stems from.

Early intervention and ongoing support help children and adults with autism reach their unique potential. Choosing evidence-based strategies that have been rigorously tested and published in peer-reviewed journals ensures the best results. The National Professional Development Center on Autism Spectrum Disorders identifies 27 evidence-based.

The cause of making our society inclusive and equitable starts with recognizing that individuals with disabilities can contribute in one way or another. Yet this is more spoken than implemented. The employment rate of those with disabilities is meager. As for Autistic.

World Autism Awareness Day on April 2 is a time to shine a bright light on autism as a growing global public health priority. To commemorate this, Autism Speaks started the Light It Up Blue (#LIUB) autism awareness campaign.  Here's how you.

Autism researchers have long been dedicated to investigating the origins of Autism. Current knowledge suggests that environmental elements, like air pollutants, play a role in the development of autism. This of course encompasses exposure to metals, pesticides and other harmful substances during.

The parents of two autistic boys on Long Island are claiming victory in a fight with local schools over their kids' right to wear GPS tracking devices to class. Dayann and Brian McDonough of North Merrick turned to the GPS devices after.