Challenges of Medical Care for Seniors
Following introductions by Petra Dilman and Dr. Stephen Edelson, Margaret Bauman, MD, discusses the many medical challenges those aging with autism face. She highlights the lack
2018 Surveillance Data Suggests 1 in 44 8-year-olds Identified with Autism
In an analysis of 2018 data from nearly a dozen states, researchers at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention found that among 8-year-olds, 1 in 44
Editorial – Setting Priorities for Autism Research
Autism organizations, individuals with autism spectrum disorders (ASD), and parents have differing views on how best to proceed with autism research. However, nearly all of us can
Executive Function and Autism
Greg Wallace, Ph.D., discusses executive functioning and its impacts on lived experiences across the lifespan in autism. He defines executive function (EF) as it relates to cognitive processes, the
ARI’s Accomplishments in 2021
For more than five decades, we have been challenging the traditional view of autism as an untreatable disorder and have advanced research to improve the health and well-being
Behavioral Support – Beyond Early Intervention
Due to technical difficulties, playback has been delayed. Check back later. About the speaker: Dr. Melissa Olive’s brother, Mac, is the foundation of her mission.
Bullying and ASD: Addressing Victimization
Ryan E. Adams, a Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center faculty member, presents the Girls and Boys Guides to End Bullying free online curricula. He notes the importance
Behavioral Strategies to Treat Anxiety in Individuals with ASD
Lauren Moskowitz, Ph.D. discusses positive behavioral strategies for supporting individuals with autism who also experience anxiety. Handouts are online HERE
ABCs of Behavioral Support in 2021
Melissa Olive, Ph.D., BCBA-D describes the components of a quality behavioral support program. She discusses controversial characteristics of applied behavioral analysis (ABA) and outlines current ABA best practices.
Treating Challenging Behaviors
Communication difficulties are a core symptom of ASD. As a result, individuals on the spectrum often develop coping/communication mechanisms that present as challenging behaviors. It is widely