Jun 16, 2024

Autism, dyslexia, ADHD. How the University of San Diego is helping ‘neurodivergent’ students succeed

Meet Elliot, one of the pioneers in creating a more inclusive educational environment for students with learning differences. In her early years, Ella was already showing signs of exceptional brilliance. For example, she skipped fifth grade entirely & still...

Jun 13, 2024

Autism screening tool goes global

Autism Diagnosis is one of the most pressing concerns in the field of child development, and researchers are looking for ways diagnosis can be made more quickly and efficiently. It also means less wait time for affected families. Following...

Jun 10, 2024

Is autism more likely in children who have autistic aunts or uncles?

A recent study by the UC Davis MIND Institute has shown that infants who have a sibling with autism are at a significantly higher risk (about 20%) of developing the condition themselves compared to infants without any autistic siblings....

Jun 08, 2024

I traveled to Disneyland with an autistic child – this was my family’s experience

Eddie’s Mom couldn’t believe it. She witnessed with unbelief as her son showed exhilaration while they were on tour at Disney’s Buzz Lightyear ride, traveling in a cable car and astonishingly hitting imaginary targets with laser guns at virtual...

Jun 02, 2024

Aceing Autism is a national nonprofit organization that provides adaptive tennis

Summer is here with us. It’s an opportunity to encourage kids to enjoy outdoor activities. From building sandcastles and having water gun fights to playing games, like dodgeball and kickball there’s a range of fun things to do. And...

May 29, 2024

Researchers find key differences in brain development between autistic boys and girls

As Professor Christine Wu Nordahls put it, it is clear that there exists a bias towards males in the diagnosis of autism, which could be attributed to the underdiagnosis of females. As you probably already know, autism affects more...

May 25, 2024

Oxford Center Unveils New Autism Spectrum Disorder Research

A group of researchers have recently revealed what they consider to be groundbreaking discoveries in the field of Autism Spectrum Disorder. The team currently located at the state-of-the-art Oxford Center, situated on Whitmore Lake Road in Green Oak Township,...

May 19, 2024

Autism: Moving from Awareness to Acceptance

April marks National Autism Acceptance Month, first recognized by President Reagan 36 years ago. Its focus has evolved to promote respect, debunk stigmas, and celebrate the unique talents of individuals on the autism spectrum. As per APA, autistic traits...

May 13, 2024

Unmasking the Harmful Impact of “Masking” in Autistic Individuals

In our journey to create a more inclusive society, it’s paramount that we understand the nuances of what it means to be autistic. Dr. Hannah Belcher’s insightful account of the act of ‘masking’ provides a comprehensive look into the...

May 08, 2024

A Look into Autism and Aging-Related Brain Differences

Neuroscientists have always been fascinated by the mysteries of autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Autism is a developmental disorder impacting roughly one in 36 children in the U.S. It affects how individuals communicate, learn, and interact socially. While there’s a growing...