Month: July 2023
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Paper-tearing soothes this Wisconsin man with autism. It has also made him an artist
Paper-tearing soothes this Wisconsin man with autism. It has also made him an artist Amy Schwabe Milwaukee Journal Sentinel In the children’s book “Grant, the Eco-Friendly Artist,” a young child is hyperfocused on tearing paper. The book says that Grant “would draw, paint, and tear paper for hours and hours, over and over!” Combined…
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Autism and Buddhist Practice, edited by Chris Jarrell
Here is a book that may be of interest to you, whether or not you are autistic around different aspects of Buddhist practice. It includes a chapter from our very own Prajnanandi. It would be of particular use to those looking to articulate more about their autism and how it works with Buddhism, or those…
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The Autism Dad
Each year, thousands of people decide that they want to escape the monotony and regimented regime of 9-5 working and create a business that is completely their own. For many people, office-based careers do not provide that stimulation or satisfaction in working that can be gained from overseeingyour own small business. It can be incredibly…
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Supporting Academic Success for Children with Autism Strategies for Effective Inclusion in the Classroom – Free Kids Books
When it comes to educating young children, any teacher will tell you that it is hard work, especially when one of the children that they are trying to teach has a diagnosis of autism. Autism can cause an array of complications when it comes to learning; everything from listening to working with others can be…
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What Are The Top Questions About Autism Spectrum Disorders?
Getting a diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) can seem daunting to many parents and families. What does this mean? What are the symptoms? And what therapies are available? We have done some research and digging and got some answers to central questions. This article is not an exhaustive list and will not answer all…
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Unlocking the Potential: How Special Educators Can Benefit from the Autism Classroom Resources Academy
Welcome to the Autism Classroom Resources Podcast, the podcast for special educators who are looking for personal and professional development. Christine Reeve: I’m your host, Dr. Christine Reeve. For more than 20 years, I’ve worn lots of hats in special education but my real love is helping special educators like you. This podcast will give…
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Do People With Autism Experience Depression Differently? | Psychology Today
Source: Daria Nekipelova/Pexels Over the years, I have met dozens of individuals with autism who have shared with me experiences of their special interests losing their sparkle, or of a strong focus on work, while recreation suffered. Some of these experiences fall under the umbrella of what has been termed “autistic burnout“—the toll which masking…
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From smoke to fire: new study sheds light on gut’s big role in autism
Credit: Unsplash+ The biological roots of autism continue to mystify scientists, despite a wealth of genetic, cellular, and microbial research data. But a recent focus on the human microbiome — the ecosystem of microbes that reside in our gut — offers a promising area of exploration. These microbes have been shown to play a part…
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New gene-editing method flags fragile X mutation for repair | Spectrum | Autism Research News
Mutation minimization: Prompting specialized loops to form in the genome can help remove genetic repeats associated with fragile X syndrome. THOM LEACH / Science Source Hun-Goo Lee did not set out to discover a new way to potentially treat fragile X syndrome. He just wanted to solve a mystery: Why do some cells with a…
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The Autism Dad
On this week’s episode: Tara and Lauren are back by popular demand and we’re taking on topics that you sent in. Today we’re talking about finding balance when you have neurotypical and neurodivergent kids. It’s an incredibly emotional conversation filled with lots of tears and laughter. This hit very close to home for all three…