Giacomo Vivanti, PhD, who is brother to two autistic adults who require lifetime, round-the-clock care, writes about Autism Early Intervention – Progress, Steps Backward, and the Reconciliation of Conflicting Narratives here: https://t.co/kT4mF3DIdI
There’s a critical need for specialized research on profound autism. Such research is vital for creating effective treatment plans, improving healthcare, education, and social services for those with profound needs. #DidYouKnow#ProfoundAutism#ProfoundAutismAwareness
Help us build a database of resources for individuals with #ProfoundAutism and their families. Share the providers and services that have helped you. https://t.co/LcWN0TtrFM
#ProfoundAutismResources
Siblings, join us tonight for our monthly #SiblingActionNetwork meeting at 7:00 PM Eastern.
Siblings of people with profound autism have different perspectives and they need and deserve access to support and information— we’re working to fill that gap. https://t.co/covIXFRUO2
Many families with #autism struggle with aggression and impulsivity, turning to antipsychotic treatments. Recently SAB member Eric London published preliminary data on a few patients showing the promise of #propranolol for these behaviors.
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Later this year, ASF is accepting applications for the 2025 #profoundautism research grant program. If you are interested in applying, an informational webinar will be held on 9/11 at 12PM et. The registration link is at the end of the RFA (link below). https://t.co/lheqQcwizr
We are grateful that the House version of Autism CARES (H.R. 7213) includes an amendment clarifying the need to include the full range of disabilities. The Senate version (S. 4762) does not.
Take action to improve and pass Autism CARES: https://t.co/59UBBfzPHF.
California's situation mirrors that of states nationwide. To attract quality care providers for disabled adults, the state needs to offer competitive compensation. The current hourly rate for fast food workers outpaces that of care providers.
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Not everyone can wait to access inpatient neurobehavioral care. The @ProfoundAutismAlliance, in partnership with ASF, has created a program for doctors to share with eachother how to manage difficult cases. Learn more here: https://t.co/Z0S5ldBVGX
For the first time, Autism CARES includes representation of the entire spectrum. Your advocacy made that happen. Now it's time to ensure passage by asking your legislator to cosponsor the bill.
Take action here: 🔗https://t.co/9bliawPEhb