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Hey there, everyone. Brendan here again, and I wanted to share something very personal to me. April is Autism Acceptance Month, and today is a particularly important part of that, as it is Adult Autism Awareness Day. I wanted to talk a bit more about what my diagnosis and the effects of my condition mean to me as a member of the workforce, as a student and as the son of two brilliant entrepreneurs and employee of two more. Read about that and more here in my latest blog: https://bit.ly/3U2ijps

Watch the new webinar series from Autism Central called 'Finding the balance' with Dr Naomi Fisher and Eliza Fricker. Learn about the impact of self-critical thinking, and what we can do to be more compassionate with ourselves. Each episode features a different well-being topic with entertaining and relatable illustrations and practical exercises to follow. Please use the short/tracked link which goes to https://lnkd.in/exvUiqbp https://bit.ly/3TTUEHz

💬 The latest Talk about Autism webinar is now live, hosted by Nick Newman. In this webinar, Nick discusses how careers education is an uneven playing field and what can be done to combat this. Sign-up and watch: https://bit.ly/3q4Gh3t

Such a simple and effective way to describe how Autism affects people differently. It’s not a linear line. The more understanding and awareness we have, the better. Please take 60 seconds to watch this video.

In honor of World Autism Awareness Day, we're throwing it back to our 2023 Silver Telly Award Winner, The Transmitter, for their Non-Broadcast: General-Charitable video on "The gut's connection to autism." The video explores how autistic children are up to four times as likely as their non-autistic peers to have digestive problems, and several small studies show they may also have atypical microbial communities living in their guts. You can see more winners, and enter yourself before April 5th, at https://lnkd.in/d3gsyP6.

If you’re a parent of a child on the autism spectrum, it might be overwhelming to realize just how many resources and materials are out there for you to dive into. Whether you’re looking for tips on how to deal with behavioral challenges, or just want to read relatable stories, there’s no shortage of good books for you to choose from. Visit our blog to learn about the 5 must-read books for parents with children on the spectrum. https://lnkd.in/e54XgKmE

Hey there, Cognitii community!  Today, we're diving deep into the world of autism as part of our Autism Awareness Month journey! 🚀 Did you know that autism isn't a one-size-fits-all scenario? That's right! It's like a colorful spectrum, full of unique individuals with their own amazing talents and quirks. Let's celebrate that diversity together! "All autistic people are the same." Nope, not even close! Each person with autism has their own set of strengths, challenges, and superpowers. It's what makes our community so wonderfully diverse! 💪 So, let's spread the word far and wide: autism is beautiful, varied, and oh-so-unique! Together, we'll keep busting those myths and shining a light on the truth. Got a myth you want to bust? Or maybe a fact you're bursting to share? Drop it in the comments below and let's keep the conversation going!

Are you a professional working with Autistic children? Join Dr Melanie Heyworth in this online webinar, as we redefine Autism from an Autistic perspective, examine the ways in which neurodiversity can help you to reframe your thinking about Autism, and discuss how this new understanding can inform the way you approach and support the Autistic children in your care. Learn more & register here: https://lnkd.in/g8uTf-8a You'll learn: ⭐ To understand Autism within a double empathy and radical acceptance framework that fosters Autistic authenticity. ⭐ To develop a basic understanding of Autism from a neurological perspective. ⭐ To interrogate traditional, reductive approaches to Autism and offer new ways to view Autistic traits and behaviours. ⭐ To scope ways of interacting with Autistic individuals which are respectful and successful. You will also receive: ✅ A fillable workbook, including further reading and references. ✅ A professional development certificate will be issued upon completion of the workshop and feedback survey.

In a world where diversity and inclusivity are increasingly recognized as vital, understanding and supporting adults on the autism spectrum is essential. Autism, a neurological variation that affects communication, social interaction, and behavior, presents unique challenges and strengths. This article delves into the intricacies of empowering care for adults on the autism spectrum, offering insights into their world and practical strategies for adequate support. Read more: https://lnkd.in/geZJa7Vb

3 thoughts from a rural autism service provider after attending the Autism Investor Summit 🤔💭 1. LA/Hollywood/Beverly Hills couldn’t be more different than the towns we serve The lack of green space was an ever present reminder. Along with the amount of Tesla’s. Serving rural communities and areas of coal country, reminds you of the stark and vast differences across this beautiful nation. People living two very different realities. 2. PE in ABA is here to stay A bit more shrewd. With sharper pencils. PE isn’t going anywhere. And neither should it. We still have major access issues in our industry, and let’s face it most BCBAs don’t have the business chops or capital to help meet that demand. Wave 2 of PE investment is about to commence. And I believe it’ll have more heart and much sounder strategy this time around. Wave 2 will also display very clear winners and losers. 3. ABA has some damn good people The best part of the event was reconnecting with colleagues, meeting acquaintances for the first time, and meeting new folks. Met so many very intelligent and passionate folks from all the attendee group types. If we had the opportunity to spend a little time connecting - thank you 🙏 I was going to tag a few of you here - but way too many highlights to share. I’m bullish on the future of ABA !