Tag Archives: autism awareness

What’s happening in three weeks?

Posted on March 12, 2013 by all about autism

How do you focus international attention on Autism? The Light It Up Blue campaign, sponsored by Autism Speaks, shines an international spotlight on the importance of autism education, research and support. On Tuesday, April 2, communities, schools, businesses and supporters … Continue reading →

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75 Days – but who’s counting?

Posted on January 17, 2013 by all about autism

One Tuesday, two months and 16 days from today, what color will you be wearing? Odd question, I know. Today is January 17th, so who’s thinking about what to wear 75 days from today? I am! The sixth annual World … Continue reading →

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Safety Measures for a Wandering Child

Posted on August 7, 2012 by all about autism

Every mother’s greatest fear:  You look up and your child is gone!  Perhaps your child decided to go sit down, or he may be deliberately running off, or he is simply wandering.  In any case, you are in a panic … Continue reading →

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An Evolution of Research

Posted on April 26, 2012 by all about autism

There has been a great deal of “buzz” the last two weeks about the latest findings in a number of Autism research projects. We have been pointed in the direction of genetics, which many believe accounts for roughly 20% of … Continue reading →

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Celebrate the Week of the Young Child

Posted on April 24, 2012 by all about autism

April 22nd-28th is the annual celebration for the Week of the Young Child. Its purpose is to focus attention on the needs of young children and their families and to recognize early childhood programs and services which lay the future … Continue reading →

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Make Autism Services a Priority Now

Posted on April 3, 2012 by all about autism

The rate of autism has increased 78% in the past decade, yet the future of autism services has not been part of our national dialogue.  More children and families need our help in coping with this disorder in schools and … Continue reading →

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Light It Up Blue for Autism Awareness

Posted on March 29, 2012 by all about autism

Countries from every continent will come together on Monday, April 2 to mark World Autism Awareness Day.  In spite of their many differences in size, culture and economics, these countries share a concern about what has become the world’s fastest growing disability.  … Continue reading →

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