UC Davis MIND Institute recently announced the appointment of a new director, Professor Aubyn Stahmer. For those unfamiliar with the UC Davis Institute, it focuses on research and treatment for developmental disabilities. Stahmer’s expertise The newly appointed director Stahmer is well respected in psychology,...
A remarkable café in Sacramento is making a positive impact in the community. The cafe is none other than the Purple Tree Café, a business that is hiring and focusing on individuals with disabilities who often face challenges in finding employment opportunities. Purple Tree...
Esteemed researchers from the UC Davis MIND Institute, Sacramento, have recently brought a new perspective to light by analyzing the correlation between neighborhood (or rather environmental factors) conditions and ADHD symptoms in both autistic and non-autistic children. Environment & Support Affects ASD Children. The...
An issue that has been taken less seriously is the mental health care for children with developmental disabilities. Among the top issues are the limited access to mental health services, complex government systems, and insufficient availability of daily caregiving. Disability Voices United’s conference It...