Screening Tool Shows Promise for Detecting Psychosis Risk in Autistic Adults: Study from the Netherlands Autism Register
A recent study from the Netherlands Autism Register found that autistic adults show higher rates of early psychotic symptoms, with the Prodromal Questionnaire-16 potentially aiding in screening and risk prediction.
Community Collaboration Enhances Anxiety Therapy for Autistic Youth in Real-World Settings
A recent study shows that adapting cognitive behavioral therapy for autistic youth with anxiety through community engagement improves acceptability and potential use in real-world settings.
Advocating for Your Child’s Transition from Early Intervention to School Services: A Practical Parent Guide
Learn practical steps to advocate for your autistic child's smooth transition from early intervention to school services. Prepare, ask questions, and collaborate effectively.
Childhood Scurvy in Japan Linked to Selective Diets, Especially in Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder
A Japanese study found childhood scurvy cases mainly linked to selective diets, especially among children with autism spectrum disorder. Early diagnosis is key to prevent complications.
Helping Young Children Cope with Being Told No: Practical Emotional Support Strategies
Learn practical strategies to help young children, including autistic children, cope with being told no. Understand their feelings, recognize signs, and support them with kindness and patience.
Simple Sticker Sorting and Matching: A Fun Learning Through Play Activity
Discover how simple sticker sorting and matching can boost your child's fine motor, matching, and early learning skills in a fun, easy play activity.
My Feeling Words: 6 Phrases to Share How I Feel
Teach young children 6 simple feeling words to express emotions like happy, sad, angry, scared, tired, and excited. Practical phrases for everyday use.
Study Highlights Communication Challenges for Autistic Women in Brazilian Perinatal Care
A Brazilian study reveals systemic communication barriers in perinatal care for autistic women, highlighting the need for tailored healthcare communication strategies.
Shifts in Language: Trends in Identity-First and Person-First Terminology in Media and Books
A recent study reveals shifting trends in how disabilities and mental health conditions are referenced, showing a rise, fall, and resurgence of person-first and identity-first language in books and news media over recent decades.
Study Maps Clinical Diagnoses Linked to Neurodiversity and Neurodivergence in Mental Health Research
A recent review mapped clinical diagnoses linked to neurodiversity and neurodivergence, highlighting autism and ADHD as most common and emphasizing the need for precise diagnostic terms in research and practice.