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Embracing Neurodiversity: An important message from the Autism Society! Join us as we spread awareness for autism and neurodivergence, creating a safe haven for students on campus. President and founder Gaby McCain shares insights into the diverse traits of autism and the need for accurate representation. Let's foster understanding and support for all neurodivergent experiences. 💙 #AutismAwareness #Neurodiversity #InclusionMatters #AutismSociety https://lnkd.in/enzbKin8

🔍 Unlocking the Adult Autism Journey: Here's an important message on the barriers to an adult diagnosis of autism. Delve into the challenges faced by many, including finding a doctor, addressing the cost, securing an informant, and overcoming the tendency to mask autistic traits. Explore the empowering option of self-diagnosis and the shared qualities between self-diagnosed and formally diagnosed individuals. #AdultAutism #DiagnosisJourney #SelfDiagnosis #AutismAwareness https://lnkd.in/ehkvDu98

Your child has been showing signs of autism, yet there's a part of you that thinks it's too early to intervene. You've read about various management strategies, but how important is early intervention in autism? #SpecialNeeds #McGrathConsulting

Knowledge is power. Spreading the knowledge is CRITICAL.

Autism is a spectrum. Autistic people can have a spectrum of strengths and challenges.    Even within a single person, autism is ever-changing. Over the course of an autistic person’s life, the way their autism shows up might shift—and their support needs might change as a result. Sometimes it is because of the setting or context, while other times it is what happens to all of us as we grow older. That is why early diagnosis and intervention is so important: these services give people with autism the best chance to learn skills that help them overcome their challenges and gain as much independence as possible later in life.   Unfortunately, these services are not available to everyone. Autistic people in minority communities, for instance, often struggle to gain access to early intervention and other services that can improve their quality of life in childhood and throughout the lifespan. In my new blog post, I talk about these disparities in access to care, and the need for greater consideration of these communities as we build programs and policies to serve people with autism. #healthequity #autismresearch #qualityoflife https://lnkd.in/gkhvVPwY

Starting the autism journey can feel daunting, but you're not alone. Our latest blog, 'Navigating the Autism Journey: Empowering Tips for New Parents,' is here to guide you through the early stages. Find insights on understanding autism, creating a supportive environment, and more. This is your roadmap to empowerment and support. Read it now at https://lnkd.in/g6W7qRSf 🌟📚💙 #AutismSupport #ParentingJourney #AutismLearningCollaborativeBlog

The Childhood Autism Rating Scale (CARS) is a clinical survey that helps professionals diagnose or assess the level of autism in a child. It’s used from both a clinical and research standpoint to distinguish between those with autism versus those without accurately. The scale indicates social communication, emotional reactivity, stereotyped behaviors, and sensory sensitivities. Continue reading with the link below: https://hubs.la/Q0252D1t0

April is Autism Acceptance Month, and it's a time to uplift autistic voices and celebrate the incredible diversity within the neurodivergent community. This insightful article sheds light on what autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is and how we can support the community. Key takeaways: 1️⃣ Listen to autistic voices: Center the experiences and perspectives of autistic individuals in research, policy-making, and advocacy efforts. "Nothing about us without us". 2️⃣ Use respectful language: Avoid harmful labels and language like "low-functioning" or "high-functioning." Respect individuals' preferences when it comes to identity. 3️⃣ Support autistic-run organizations. 4️⃣ Educate: Stay informed about autism and challenge stereotypes by sharing accurate information. Take a moment to reflect before sharing content that may perpetuate harmful myths about autism. https://lnkd.in/ecty5H93 #ProFoundReads #Accessibility #DisabilityInclusion #AutismAcceptance #Neurodiversity #DEI [Credit: Samantha Edwards, Zoe Gross]

Taking a step towards early detection of autism. A recent study has demonstrated the effectiveness of a screening tool in detecting autism at an early stage within primary care settings, potentially enabling timely interventions for young children with the condition. Conducted between August 2020 and November 2022, the large-scale study focused on evaluating the efficacy of the Modified Checklist for Autism in Toddlers, Revised with Follow-Up (M-CHAT-R/F) questionnaire. The findings underscored the importance of early detection and intervention in improving outcomes for children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). #OneNUHS #HealthierSG #ShapingMedicine

So proud of NUH CDU and Aishworiya Ramkumar with our NUP colleagues! Despite autism being the top DALY condition for children now in Singapore, we have not validated screening tools which we can use, and which we can embed within the health booklet. Here it is now with results from our MCHAT study— with a second phase study underway. Read about our paper, published in Autism, here. https://lnkd.in/gKaWQp22