For Anthony and Sammy Taormina, there are two dates that define their lives as people with Asperger’s syndrome, an autism spectrum disorder.
Considering this month is an important time to learn more about autism, we thought we’d ask you, our readers and viewers: If any of you have a close connection to autism spectrum disorder (perhaps you’ve been diagnosed, or you have a friend or child with autism), is there anything you wish more people understood?
Since the beginning of 2023, 55 children have died from drowning in Florida, 9 had been diagnosed with autism.
A teacher who helps preside over a program for students with autism, Carrie Jones knows full well some aspects the general public might not understand.
Considering this month is an important time to learn more about autism, we thought we’d ask you, our readers and viewers: If any of you have a close connection to autism spectrum disorder (perhaps you’ve been diagnosed, or you have a friend or child with autism), is there anything you wish more people understood?
One way to cope with any extra stress or anxiety is to have the kids engage in play time to help develop motor skills, social skills and language development, according to Dr. Jen Harstein, a children’s developmental psychologist who works with autistic children daily.
Autism can be explained medically as a bio-neurological development disability, but to get into the nuanced details is quite a bit more complicated.
A young boy’s parents are grateful to a police officer who showed up at their home after an unusual 911 call from their 12-year-old son with autism.
After dealing with exclusion by his peers over the years, Timothy Rohrer, a now-young adult who was diagnosed with autism as a second-grader, penned and published a pamphlet in which he basically guides people on how to treat those with disabilities.
The creators of the show, “Farm! A Musical Experience,” designed the play specifically for children with autism, and for other kids who are neurodiverse.
South Florida Autism Charter Schools for children and young adults with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) in West Miami-Dade has officially held its ribbon-cutting ceremony with school staff, students, Miami-Dade County government officials, and dignitaries.
Viktor Bevanda doesn’t speak, but his use of color shouts with excitement. His work with oil pastels has turned him into a master of nonverbal communication.
In honor and celebration of Autism Awareness and Acceptance Month, InterContinental Miami hotel hosted a lighting ceremony, April 1, in which the 34-story building gleamed blue and light up Downtown Miami’s iconic skyline.
Among the many challenges during the COVID-19 pandemic are those faced by the families and caregivers of people on the autism spectrum.
The number of children being diagnosed with autism by the time they turn 8 years old has increased slightly, according to a biennial report on autism in kids from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Have you heard of Gravity Blankets? They can weigh up to 25 pounds, they've become wildly popular in the last couple of years, and the benefits seem to be plenty.
Comedian Amy Schumer took to Instagram earlier this week to ask if anyone would be interested in seeing a docuseries about her pregnancy and birth.
After dealing with exclusion by his peers over the years, Timothy Rohrer, a now-young adult who was diagnosed with autism as a second-grader, penned and published a pamphlet in which he basically guides people on how to treat those with disabilities.
Could there be a connection between a mother’s exposure to pesticides during her pregnancy, and an increased risk for autism in her child? One study says yes.
Autism Speaks, a national advocacy organization that sponsors research and conducts awareness activities, has launched a campaign in conjunction with "Sesame Street" that features Julia, a muppet.
