When they didn't bring baby Glory to the restaurant with them, server Kayla immediately noticed.Source: The Autism Site

Children who have both tuberous sclerosis complex (TSC) and autism have features that are nearly identical to those of children with autism alone, according to a new study. Because TSC is detectable at birth, it might offer clues about the earliest stages of autism, the study suggests1. TSC is a rar…

An experimental leukemia drug and a chemical in black pepper ease breathing and movement problems in a mouse model of Rett syndrome, according to a new study1. Rett syndrome is a rare brain condition related to autism, caused by mutations in the MECP2 gene. Because the gene is located on the X chrom…

Daina Krumins is an artist, filmmaker, and children’s fiction writer.  Her Asperger way of seeing the world is unconventional and the world has taken notice! Her work has received several film and video awards. A creative person to her core, Daina has also penned, “Marion and Stella,” historic…

When I first met Jeremy, he seemed like a shy but sweet 7-year-old. He brought a plastic dinosaur to the clinic and was playing with it on the floor. I crouched down to his level and gently expressed interest in the toy. He was excited to learn that we had more dinosaurs for him to play with. (I hav…

I recently got a chance to talk with Francis Feoko, a C5 quadriplegic, who is a sophomore in the Bay Area in California. Francis wanted to share with Assistive Technology Blog's readers how, being a college student, he takes care of his home and school work and how technology has made him more confi…

Older men and women are more likely than young ones to have a child with autism, according to multiple studies published in the past decade. Especially when it comes to fathers, this parental-age effect is one of the most consistent findings in the epidemiology of autism. The link between a mother’s…

An interview with Australian artist Zalie Copeland and her mom. How old are you and where do you live? Zalie: 15 years old, I live in Eltham Mom: Eltham is a suburb of Melbourne, state of Victoria in Australia. Do you have any siblings? 2 brothers and a sister, Bryce is 17, Flynn is 15 (Zalie’…

As the end of the school year approaches and students are let out on vacation, it’s important for us to consider the risks of elopement and overall neighborhood safety for children with autism. This month, we’re sharing a special feature from ASAT written by Kate Britton, EdD, BCBA and B…

A new tool can track fish, flies or mice as they navigate a virtual environment and interact with other animal ‘avatars’1. The technique allows scientists to simulate an animal’s natural surroundings and test its reactions to changes. The tool, called FreemoVR, is a digital display that surrounds th…

Your child is unique and special, as is any child, with a personality to match. Being a parent is one of the most rewarding experiences, but as a parent to a child with autism, you know the challenges that come along with it. You happily accept them, but there are some struggles you do have some con…

By Alicia Marshall, MAT, BCBA LBS The transition back to school and back to a new routine is always an exciting, yet bittersweet time for students and educators. Carefree summer days are in the past, and getting back into a structured daily routine can be an overwhelming process. However, new tea…

This week, save 20% on your purchase of our new titles from AAPC by using promo code diary20 at checkout! Shop here! The post Pick of the Week: 20% Off AAPC Books! appeared first on Different Roads to Learning Blog. Source: Different Roads to Learning

In a recent PLOS ONE journal article, researchers Jessica McCain, Brittany Gentile, W. Keith Campbell posit that perhaps geek culture is a way of sustaining a narcissistic self-view.Geeks with Swords (c) JE RobisonWhile I agree that it might look that way on the surface, I think their conclusion is …