Author Archives: all about autism

Early literacy: is it ever too early to start?  My response would be a definite “No.” A baby’s brain begins forming connections very quickly after birth, and these are the connections that will build the foundation for life-long learning. It’s … Continue reading →

For this week’s blog, I have invited Cecelia Hollands, the Director of Clinical Programming for Barber Behavioral Health, to discuss the teen mental health crisis and what services the Barber National Institute can provide in helping address mental health needs … Continue reading →

In my last two blogs, I discussed some of the latest research in ASD. Today, I am following up with a look at the mental health challenges during the teenage years. These years can be challenging for anyone, but recent … Continue reading →

Ryan and I have been looking forward to Random Act of Kindness Day on February 23. Each year we discuss how we shall celebrate.  Often, we decide that for the entire week, we will practice random acts of kindness and discuss them … Continue reading →

Last week, I discussed the fact that Autism rates have tripled. It is not clear whether this is due to better detection and reporting or an increase in the number of Autism cases.  There is no known single cause of … Continue reading →

Over the last 2 weeks, I discussed some of the key research for 2022.   However, there was an additional study recently published in the Journal of Pediatrics that I wanted to bring to your attention.  A team from Rutgers University looked … Continue reading →

This week, I am continuing our discussion of some of the 2022 research that provided me with new insights into the many facets of autism. The science of Autism is constantly evolving.   Parental Genetics   Environmental Factors   Underserved Communities   Disorders Associated … Continue reading →

Over the next few weeks, I thought I would share some of the highlights in Autism Research in 2022. Early Identification Parent-Mediated Interventions in Training The Brain Next week I will provide additional information about parental genetics, environmental factors, underserved … Continue reading →

I have been writing for several years about the benefits of exercise and how exercise, when developed as a life skill when a person is young, can provide lifelong benefits. We know the benefits of exercise as they relate to … Continue reading →

President Biden recently signed into law The Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2023, which contains some significant victories for the community of persons with Developmental Disabilities and Autism.  These include: Thanks goes out to Autism Caucus co-chairs Reps. Chris Smith (R, NJ) … Continue reading →