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By Diane Twachtman-Cullen, Ph.D., CCC-SLP

Straight Talk About Autism

Respect Begins with Language—
Part one of a two-part article

By Barry M. Prizant, Ph.D., CCC-SLP

Synopsis:

Dr. Prizant makes a compelling case for how the language we use to describe behavior in autism impacts our perceptions and even our actions.

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Life Construction Ahead

Ten Tips to Help Individuals with ASDs Follow Rules

By Teresa Bolick, Ph.D.

Synopsis:

Dr. Bolick's tips are not only easy to follow, but also accompanied by easy-to-implement examples.

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You too?! Common Stories from an Uncommon Parent

At Peace

By Alyson Beytien

Synopsis:

A little over three years ago, the Beytien family made a very difficult decision. Alyson now shares the positive outcomes that have resulted from that decision.

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Celebrations of Excellence and Originality

An Interview with Rudy Simone

By Liane Holliday Willey, Ed.D.

Synopsis:

Dr. Liane Holliday Willey interviews Rudy Simone, an accomplished novelist, screenwriter, and jazz singer, who also happens to have Asperger syndrome.  To read the entire interview Subscribe »

The World According to Teddy Bears

Synthetic Fabrics

By Brendan Keeley

Synopsis:

An original cartoon designed especially for ASQ by Brendan Keeley, a young UK cartoonist and illustrator with Asperger’s syndrome. To view the cartoon Subscribe »

Review

The Best Kind of Different: Our Family's Journey with Asperger's Syndrome

By Diane Twachtman-Cullen, Ph.D., CCC-SLP

Synopsis:

Diane Twachtman-Cullen reviews the NY Times Best Seller written by Shonda Schilling, mother of four children, and wife of retired Red Sox pitcher, Curt Schilling.

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Tips for Translating Research into Practice

Tips for Improving Higher-Level Inference Ability

By Jennifer Twachtman-Bassett, M.S., CCC-SLP

Synopsis:

Jennifer Twachtman-Reilly responds to reader requests for more tips on improving inference ability, this time with a focus on older students.  To read this entire column Subscribe »

 

The Cutting Edge

Commentary on DSM-V Recommended Changes: The Diagnostic Wars

Synopsis:

Read the candid opinions of Dr. Tony Attwood, Dr. Barry Prizant, Jennifer Twachtman-Reilly, and Dr. Liane Holliday Willey.

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Research Newsdesk

Synopsis:

You'll Read about the Early Autism Risk Longitudinal Investigation to Expand Epigenetic Studies (EARLI), and how it will examine whether or not there are regions of the epigenome that are more susceptible to environmental insults, and if those epigenetic alterations affect developmental traits such as autism. You will also learn about a study that indicates that autism is not a fundamental problem of attention. To read this entire column Subscribe 

 

Research Briefs

Synopsis:

This issue features abstracts on the neural correlates of pragmatic language comprehension; restricted and repetitive behaviors; and a meta-analysis of sensory modulation symptoms in individuals with ASD. To read this entire column Subscribe

 

Call for Research Subjects

Synopsis:

ASQ welcomes researchers to post information concerning their requirements for participation in their research studies. Recruitment announcements are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis and are posted, at no charge, as a service to the research community. To read this entire column Subscribe

Article Sample

Innovative Social Skills Supports that Go Beyond Traditional Programming

Special education professionals struggle to find enough time in the school day to create meaningful learning opportunities that meet individual student needs as well as state and federal mandates. The content they teach is becoming more standardized as districts must report specific student data to states that, in turn, must report this information to federal authorities. …The importance of building and maintaining social relationships and friendships cannot be underestimated for students identified with autism, Asperger syndrome, and Pervasive Developmental Disorder - Not Otherwise Specified… To read more  Subscribe »

Feature Articles

A Chat with Shonda Schilling

By Diane Twachtman-Cullen, Ph.D., CCC-SLP

In this compelling interview, Shonda Schilling shares the triumphs and challenges of this quintessential American baseball family and its journey with Asperger syndrome.  To read this entire interview Subscribe »

Innovative Social Skills Supports that Go Beyond Traditional Programming

By Brenda Smith Myles, Ph.D.

Dr. Brenda Smith Myles brings her considerable expertise to bear on the subject of social skills by outlining the skills to target, and describing innovative supports.

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Throwing Out the Baby with the Bath Water?

By Gena P. Barnhill, Ph.D., NCSP

As both a professional in the field and the mother of an adult son with Asperger syndrome, Dr. Gena Barnhill weighs in on the controversial recommendation to remove Asperger's Disorder from DSM-V.

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Executive Functioning in Everyday Life

By Nancy Perry, Ph.D.

Dr. Nancy Perry demystifies a difficult-to-grasp concept and explains her Center's approach to shoring up executive function skills in day-to-day life.

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Autism and Everyday Life: IEP or IRS—Which Meeting Do You Dread Most?

By Donna Richards

Don't let the whimsical title fool you! You'll find great tips for making IEP meetings more productive and less intimidating.

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An Overdose of Alphabet Soup

By Judy Gruenfeld, CSW

Parents and professionals alike will instantly relate to this tongue-in-cheek account of acronymic overkill!

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Great Resources for Families and Professionals

The editors of ASQ highlight some outstanding resources that are appropriate for school, home, and clinic. To see the list, Subscribe »