Archive for April 2019
Young Writers Create Heroes With Autism Through Fan Fiction
Young writers with autism are using fan fiction as a way to combat stereotypes about autism, according to a December 2018 report from Spectrum News. Harry Potter, the popular series…
Read MoreNew Jersey Teen With Autism Makes Waves With Guide Promoting Inclusion
Timothy Rohrer, an 18-year-old New Jersey resident with autism, has made waves this past November with a guide for students on how to treat peers with disabilities. Titled “How To…
Read MoreResearchers at Florida State University Develop Website for Early Autism Intervention (SK)
Confronted by apparent delays in their child’s early development, many parents experience anxiety about the possibility of autism. Amy Wetherby, a distinguished research professor in the Department of Clinical Sciences…
Read MoreSensory Problems May Cause Sleep Issues for Children with Autism, New Study Shows
The heightened sensory perception of children with autism may cause sleep issues starting around age 7, according to a new study from Micah Mazurek, an associate professor of human services…
Read MoreFor Autism Awareness Month, Sesame Street Debuts Family of Julia, the First Muppet with Autism
In 2017, Sesame Street debuted Julia, a red-haired, four-year-old Muppet with autism. Designed to promote understanding and acceptance of autism, the character broke new ground as the first Muppet with…
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