Despite fears, DSM-5 is a step forward
When the American Psychiatric Association (APA) released the proposed criteria for autism in the DSM-5, its revision of the Diagnostic and… more
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Levels of autism severity in diagnostic manual track with intelligence
A rating of high severity of autism from the DSM-5, the latest version of the “Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental… more
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iPad AS AN EARLY INTERVENTION TOOL
About Prayas: The inspiration behind the initiative. Autism Society of India in collaboration with the Spastics Society of Karnataka and… more
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PREPARATION FOR ADULTHOOD
ICT: CREATING WORKFORCE OF PERSONS WITH AUTISM UNDER THE THEME- PREPARATION FOR ADULTHOOD The theme, “Preparation for Adulthood” is… more
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iPad AS AN EARLY INTERVENTION TOOL
Basics of iPad 1. What is Apple’s iPad? a. The iPad is a touch-screen tablet computer and media player that… more
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IMPACT OF AUTISM AWARENESS CAMPAIGNES
EFFORTS OF A DECADE “THE ROAD FROM ALIENATION TO ACCEPTANCE GOES THROUGH A BRIDGE CALLED AWARENESS”….. A PARENT I have… more
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More employment opportunities for those suffering from autism today
Retail and hospitality sectors are offering more avenues to such individuals People with autism often excel in areas that cater… more
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Workers with autism recognised for unique skill set, ANZ recruiting nine new employees
Matt Ormiston knows his 12-year-old son Joshua will face challenges throughout his life that his older sisters won’t, especially when… more
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My review of ‘The Good Doctor’ as an adult with autism
This blog is by Kerry Magro, an award-winning international motivational speaker and best-selling author who’s on the autism spectrum. A version of… more
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