Autism, particularly in women and non-binary people, has historically been underdiagnosed. Many of us figure out that we’re disabled later in life or have it thrust upon us after a life-changing event. While self-diagnosis is a valid entry point to obtain support, there are some indicators that can help families and care networks identify a child’s disability…
Jennifer and Andrew with their daughter, Arizona. Photo by JULIE OLIVER /POSTMEDIA Article content Jennifer and Andrew Nickerson’s precariously constructed life had been teetering for months. It crashed to the ground in March when they found themselves living in a city shelter. Article content Andrew was laid off in March 2024. The couple left their Kanata townhouse…
Jennifer and Andrew with their daughter, Arizona. Photo by JULIE OLIVER /POSTMEDIA Article content Jennifer and Andrew Nickerson’s precariously constructed life had been teetering for months. It crashed to the ground in March when they found themselves living in a city shelter. Article content Andrew was laid off in March 2024. The couple left their Kanata townhouse…
UCLA Health researchers are seeking to develop a new wearable technology to catch one of the earliest but often overlooked signs of autism and other developmental conditions in infants. Supported by a $3.1 million grant from the National Institute of Neurologic Disorders and Stroke, the five-year research project will test wearable sensors akin to tiny…
ristan Lyle’s research suggests novel contributions of cerebellum in social behaviors associated with autism Tristan Lyle, ‘21 MS in applied behavioral analysis, will graduate with his PhD in psychology. His dissertation research uncovered a novel contribution of the cerebellum in social behaviors associated with autism. Courtesy photo By Kimberlee D’Ardenne | April 27, 2026 Chia sẻFacebookXLinkedInEmail Editor’s…
ristan Lyle’s research suggests novel contributions of cerebellum in social behaviors associated with autism Tristan Lyle, ‘21 MS in applied behavioral analysis, will graduate with his PhD in psychology. His dissertation research uncovered a novel contribution of the cerebellum in social behaviors associated with autism. Courtesy photo By Kimberlee D’Ardenne | April 27, 2026 Chia sẻFacebookXLinkedInEmail Editor’s…
Families say ABA has been life-changing. But a surge in Medicaid spending — and questions about who’s collecting it — has put the therapy under scrutiny. Tackling obstacles in everyday life is a main goal of ABA therapies, with tailored therapies to build independence. (Photograph courtesy of Autism Society of NC.) By Jaymie Baxley Meredith…
Families say ABA has been life-changing. But a surge in Medicaid spending — and questions about who’s collecting it — has put the therapy under scrutiny. Tackling obstacles in everyday life is a main goal of ABA therapies, with tailored therapies to build independence. (Photograph courtesy of Autism Society of NC.) By Jaymie Baxley Meredith…
A local barber is transforming the haircut experience for children with autism by creating a sensory-friendly environment and organizing a community walk. CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — A Corpus Christi barber is changing the way kids with autism experience haircuts — turning something that can feel scary and overwhelming into something fun and comfortable. By creating…
A local barber is transforming the haircut experience for children with autism by creating a sensory-friendly environment and organizing a community walk. CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — A Corpus Christi barber is changing the way kids with autism experience haircuts — turning something that can feel scary and overwhelming into something fun and comfortable. By creating…