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    Spotlight: Exploring Autism and Friendship

    Do people with autism make and maintain authentic friendships? Is it even possible? During the month of February we set out to determine difficulties, pitfals, successes and… Read more “Spotlight: Exploring Autism and Friendship”

    February 1, 2019February 4, 2019 by Sandra Romo

    Visual Art as Therapy: Forms of Expression For Kids on the Spectrum

    In the life of any child, the ability to express themselves or have a mode that allows them to, can alleviate stress and make them feel understood.… Read more “Visual Art as Therapy: Forms of Expression For Kids on the Spectrum”

    November 17, 2018December 20, 2018 by Isabella Saporito

    Diets: The Good, The Bad and The Ineffective

    Food has been a necessity since the dawn of man. Without it, we could not survive yet not enough people are cautious about what they put in… Read more “Diets: The Good, The Bad and The Ineffective”

    November 16, 2018December 20, 2018 by Isabella Saporito

    Smart Apps Changing the Game for Parents of Children with Autism

    Technology is revolutionizing the lifestyle and teaching methods of a vast population of parents with children on the spectrum. Now equipped with options, ratings and a large… Read more “Smart Apps Changing the Game for Parents of Children with Autism”

    November 1, 2018October 30, 2018 by Isabella Saporito

    A Day in the Life: My Experience Using Autism Friendly Apps

    Navigating society in and of itself is a feat, now imagine navigating society either as someone on the spectrum or as a parent trying to make sure… Read more “A Day in the Life: My Experience Using Autism Friendly Apps”

    October 30, 2018 by Isabella Saporito

    5 Steps to Ensure an Inclusive Classroom

    Imagine being an Autistic child in an inclusive classroom that is ignorant to the basic principles that keep you at ease. Unaware of your triggers, of the… Read more “5 Steps to Ensure an Inclusive Classroom”

    October 25, 2018October 30, 2018 by Isabella Saporito

    Get to know… Intern Isabella Saporito

    Isabella joined our team in October. We have enjoyed her personal experiences with people on the autism spectrum and wanted you to have a chance to get… Read more “Get to know… Intern Isabella Saporito”

    October 24, 2018October 30, 2018 by Bethany Pearson

    Halloween with a side of Autism

    One of the most popular moments of fall season (besides our beloved PSL) is celebrating Halloween. This nostalgic celebration brings memories of childhood to adults and is… Read more “Halloween with a side of Autism”

    October 22, 2018October 30, 2018 by Sandra Romo

    The Dark Side of Inclusion

    Peer cooperation is a necessity when implementing classroom inclusion of students with autism. It is important to create an environment for students on the spectrum to thrive… Read more “The Dark Side of Inclusion”

    October 22, 2018October 30, 2018 by Isabella Saporito

    The JASPER Method: Play Therapy for Children with Autism

    According to a 5-year long study that just concluded this past January, research shows that there is a new method of treatment that has been proven to… Read more “The JASPER Method: Play Therapy for Children with Autism”

    September 19, 2018October 30, 2018 by Sandra Romo

    Increasing Autism Rates: Is This a Bad Thing?

    by: Jillian Trevarthen On April 26, 2018, the Center for Disease Control announced its bi-annual incidence rate for autism in the United States. By studying the rate… Read more “Increasing Autism Rates: Is This a Bad Thing?”

    August 15, 2018October 9, 2018 by Sandra Romo

    Get to know Embrace Autism: Intern Jillian Trevarthen

    ​Tell us about yourself… Who are you and why did you pursue this internship? Hi friends! My name is Jillian Trevarthen, and I’m a 3rd year Communication… Read more “Get to know Embrace Autism: Intern Jillian Trevarthen”

    May 17, 2018October 8, 2018 by Sandra Romo

    Resource Spotlight: IncredABLES

    Words by: Jillian Trevarthen It’s time for a resource spotlight! Over the course of the next couple weeks are spending some time featuring incredible resources for families… Read more “Resource Spotlight: IncredABLES”

    May 16, 2018October 8, 2018 by Sandra Romo

    Why an IEP is important for my child with autism

    Your child with autism’s educational journey will require a lot of planning and care to ensure they receive all of the support they need to succeed at… Read more “Why an IEP is important for my child with autism”

    April 16, 2018October 8, 2018 by Sandra Romo

    Get to know Embrace Autism: Intern Natalie Gomez

    Tell us about yourself… Who are you and why did you pursue this internship?​ Hi! My name is Natalie Gomez and I’m a junior at the University… Read more “Get to know Embrace Autism: Intern Natalie Gomez”

    April 13, 2018October 8, 2018 by Sandra Romo

    3 Things You Need to Know After Your Child is Diagnosed with Autism

    Words By: Jillian Trevarthen Discovering that your child has autism can be a very scary and overwhelming thing to deal with. Thankfully, there is an incredibly large… Read more “3 Things You Need to Know After Your Child is Diagnosed with Autism”

    April 11, 2018October 8, 2018 by Sandra Romo

    How to Create an Autism Friendly Zone

    Words by, Natalie Gomez Autism affects 1 in 68 people across the United States. Since there are so few people with autism around the country, most people are unaware… Read more “How to Create an Autism Friendly Zone”

    April 6, 2018October 8, 2018 by Sandra Romo

    Sensory Processing Disorder: What is it, and how does it relate to autism?

    Words by, Jillian Trevarthen Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD), according to Autism Awareness Centre Inc., is a neurophysiological condition where the brain and nervous system have trouble processing or integrating… Read more “Sensory Processing Disorder: What is it, and how does it relate to autism?”

    April 4, 2018October 8, 2018 by Sandra Romo

    Siblings and the Spectrum

    By, Jillian Trevarthen Having a child with autism in the home affects the entire household and the relationships the child has with each member of the family.… Read more “Siblings and the Spectrum”

    March 19, 2018October 8, 2018 by Sandra Romo

    How to Identify Autism

    Autism, a neurological developmental disorder, affects 1 in 41 children. The disorder is often identified in children as young as 18 months old but is formally diagnosed… Read more “How to Identify Autism”

    January 18, 2018October 8, 2018 by Sandra Romo

    Autism… as a Lifestyle

    Parents of children with autism are often blindsided by their child’s diagnosis. When parents learn about their child’s autism diagnosis there is little hope provided by many… Read more “Autism… as a Lifestyle”

    January 17, 2018October 30, 2018 by Sandra Romo

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