The Latest Autism Society of America Newsletter
The latest Autism Society of America's newsletter is now available. Here a few cherry-picked items from the newsletter:
There’s Still Time to Help us Set Up a 24/7 Support Line for Families Affected by Autism
The Autism Society is disappointed to report that our “Set up a 24/7 support line for families and people with autism” idea did not get Pepsi Refresh project funding in May (money was only awarded to the two ideas that got the highest number of votes). However, our idea was in the top 100 in number of votes cast, so we now have a second month to try and get to the top! Please continue to vote every day at www.refresheverything.com/autismsource. Read more ...
Autism Journeys: Kim
In Autism Journeys, we ask individuals on the spectrum, professionals and family members of all kinds to share their stories of what they have learned in their journeys with autism. This week, a mother talks of how her teenage daughter has grown and learned since her diagnosis in early childhood. Read more …
Autism Headlines Weekly
The Autism Society brings you the best autism news from around the Web. This week we go international with stories from Nepal, Canada, Australia, China and right here in the U.S. Read more …
New Book on Coping with School Transitions
Moving to a new school can be a daunting prospect for the child with Asperger syndrome (AS), and parents are often left feeling powerless to help prevent the anxiety and loss of confidence that may ensue. Clare Lawrence’s new book,Successful School Change and Transition for the Child with Asperger Syndrome, provides parents of children with AS with practical advice on how to prepare their child for moving to a new school, and how to help make the transition as smooth as possible. Read more …
New Parent Guide for High-Functioning Autism
Children with High-Functioning Autism: A Parent’s Guide offers parents information to help them navigate the path as they first perceive differences, seek assistance and treatment, and help their child with autism develop into his or her full potential. Read more …
Schilling Family Offers Memoir of Asperger’s
In The Best Kind of Different, Shonda Schilling, wife of former Boston Red Sox pitcher Curt Schilling, details every step of her family’s journey with Asperger’s, offering a parent’s perspective on this complicated and increasingly common condition. Read more …