How often have we heard people describing individuals with ADHD as having “high energy levels”? Well, you are not alone if you ever wondered, “if only”. Researchers have explained that ADHD equals hyperactivity and in turn, hyperactivity equals energizer. Therefore, purely by the logic of deduction, this implies ADHD is also related to the energizer. However, few … Read more
A chemical that has not been given much thought and which has been understudied in the past has been found to be of great importance when it comes to understanding the brain structure of individuals with autism. This chemical modification is believed to be abundantly present in the brains of many individuals diagnosed with autism. … Read more
Introducing an upcoming series for a new generation of Netflix viewers that broaches the topic of understanding autism! Watch the trailer of this upcoming Netflix show – Atypical! The first season of Atypical is scheduled to go on air by August 11th. The television series stars Keir Gilchrist, who goes by the name Sam, as … Read more
Are you someone who is struggling with ADHD? You may feel anxious or uneasy at times, but you are not alone. These are common issues that people with ADHD face in their day-to-day activities. It has also been proven that people with ADHD do not have a pleasant experience in grade school, as they find teachers … Read more
Autism is no more a lifelong stigma. Previously, a diagnosis and proof of existence of autism resulted in exclusion – even seclusion, of the autistic individual for a lifetime. It really used to complicate things, with special schooling, a separation from usual peers, and prolonged therapies that delivered fewer promises to get the autistic person fully integrated … Read more
Better understanding, consistency, and expertise can all suffer if an individual with Autism finds the social aspects of a workplace more difficult to deal with than the work. While other countries are offering incentives to encourage companies to be Autism-friendly and job interviewers to keep in mind the social and cognitive differences versus considerable potential ratio, the U.S Government and its … Read more
Anyone working with students with an Autism Spectrum Disorder knows the importance of preparing them for post-school options. To start with, get students involved in volunteer work during vacation time. Certain websites have full details on these programs and offer many options to facilitate finding the right job. There’s also a fantastic book by Jeanette Purkis … Read more
Work experiences of Autism-affected adults have recently been studied through research sponsored by the SSHRC (Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council). The Faculty of Social Work ran the study in collaboration with Werklund School of Education. Two of the researchers, David Nicholas of Social Work and Theresa Jubenville of Werklund, explored ways of building more inclusive workplaces to encourage Autistic adults’ marketable skills … Read more
Summary of a recent Study Developmental disabilities have garnered little attention in research that focuses on workplace stigma and identity management. But this study shows that the Autism Spectrum Condition makes navigating the workplace complex. The severity and type of Autism often determine how difficult work challenges can be for a person with autism, along with other aspects … Read more
The government ran a survey very recently involving parents and found that the number of autistic children has increased! The rise is significant. Read: Why are Autism rates rising? Over the past few years – reports CDCP and NCHS – the count of children affected with Autism between 3 and 17 years of age has gone up to 1:45 … Read more
Identifying people with ADD (Attention Deficit Disorder) and/or ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder) requires understanding the difficulties involved in managing the person. It requires taking specific steps that can make interactions easier and supervising their daily jobs less painful. It’s surprising that a celebrity like Rick Green (comedy writer, comedian, producer and director) suffered from … Read more
By the end of this post, you will have a better understanding of what stress is and how the stress response works. You will be able to describe factors which influence responses to stress by individuals with ASD, identify challenges related to stress, and identify types of interventions and support that may be available for … Read more
A project of a different kind is making its way across the River Place area in Northwest Austin. A proposal has been put forward that would involve as many as 82 home subdivisions on a 42-acre plot (yet to be developed), as a center for adults on the autism spectrum is being planned for construction … Read more
When there is a mention of autism, people tend to think of young children. But those autistic kids grow up to become autistic adults, for autism is a lifelong condition. However, though autism has been regularly diagnosed since the 1970’s, little is still known about the changes that take place in autistic individuals as they grow … Read more
Substance abuse is one of many dangerous trends that has crept into society, where people have gone to great lengths to stop them. As many as one-third of people with a mental disorder or autistic traits are fighting and coping with substance abuse. This article is written with the sole purpose of extending support to … Read more
Grief and loss are two components of human life, which, unfortunately, everyone must deal with at some point in their lives. Everyone, including autistic individuals, grieve. It’s not easy, but loss of any kind can be a cause of grief. For example, a child could be hurt and grieve when s/he loses his or her … Read more
Planning – is a key to success for everyone, and more so for parents whose children are dependent on them for their day to day needs. Though many parents choose to care their autistic children for the rest of their lives, it is also important that they ensure their children are entitled to proper care … Read more
Ever wondered how a person feels when he or she is diagnosed with Autism in their adulthood? Maria and Jake are two such New Yorkers who candidly share their experiences. Maria Paige – 38, Stage Manager, New York Maria says she had heard the word autism at an early age of 10 while watching her favorite show “Rain Man”. However, during her … Read more
Bi-lateral Alternating Stimulation-Tactile Technology, abbreviated as BLAST, has been in use clinically for a while now. The technology is mostly associated with EDMR therapy, or the Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing, which is a commonly used method to treat PTSD, anxiety, phobias and other associated psychological disorders. It was noted by Amy Serin that while … Read more
A group comprising of non-profit social services to differently abled people is proposing a new legislation that aims to shorten waiting lists by raising the reimbursement rates allocated for these organisations. VISIT: Top Nonprofit Autism Organizations in U.S The nonprofit leaders explained the model and said the increase in the reimbursement rates could help them to … Read more
