Category: Autism News

I am running for Aspen School District (ASD) Board of Education to work tirelessly to support students and teachers, improve education outcomes for all students, and maintain the excellence in whole child education in which Aspen excels. I have the experience, energy, and time necessary to serve the Aspen community on the Board of Education.…

The most damaging pattern in an ADHD relationship occurs when one partner assumes the role of a responsible “parent” and the other that of a reckless “child.” ADHD in Relationships Relationships in which one or both partners have Attention Deficit Disorder (ADHD or ADD) can face unique challenges. ADHD symptoms can distort or even destroy…

WhatsNew2Day – Latest News And Breaking Headlines A Canadian doctor has been stripped of his medical license after scamming families out of thousands of dollars to obtain fake cures for autism. Quack Jason Klop charged $15,000 for fecal transplants that involved taking bacteria from the feces of healthy patients and transferring them to autistic children…

[By: Damen] On the 19th of October, the flag raising ceremony for three new ASD Tugs took place in Gdansk, Poland. In the presence of a large group of Polish and international associates and company employees, the new tugs were welcomed into the fleet. This followed the christening ceremony of the second ASD Tug 2811…

ADHD (Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder) is a neurodevelopmental disorder affecting both children and adults. Characterized by symptoms like inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity, ADHD can pose challenges in various aspects of life ranging from academics to relationships. Traditional treatments for ADHD typically include medication, cognitive-behavioral therapy, or coaching; however, recently, another therapeutic approach called Acceptance and Commitment Therapy…

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 you…

Anxiety can majorly impact the daily lives of autistic people, especially since it’s a common health problem in autistic adults and children. It makes it difficult for them to cope at school or work. It’s unsure why most autistic people have anxiety, but each person has different triggers and approaches to manage the symptoms. In…

As you scroll through your social media, your algorithm is filled with autism advice and stories other parents and experts share. A couple of autism memes pop up, and you’re stuck in a dilemma: should you find them funny just because they’re relatable? These pictures highlighting a particular topic can be funny and offensive to…

Francis Marion University President Fred Carter says the university’s multi-categorical special education/autism studies bachelor’s degree program will be a big help to the Pee Dee region. File/Chris Day/Staff The special education/autism studies bachelor’s degree incorporates special education, school and clinical psychology programs, speech and language pathology courses and occupational therapy programs, which will be the…

For the following analyses, several genes were selected from previous ASD studies (Table 2, Supplementary Table 1). All analyses for each ASD associated gene use the previous summary statistics of the ASD GWAS meta-analysis as an input. Table 2 ASD associated genes collected from bibliography and selected for eQTL colocalization study.Full size table Twelve genes…