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Software Testing Company Exclusively Hires ASD Candidates
There are roughly 500,000 adults with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) who have completed high school and/or college and offer certain attributes that make them better suited to high-level jobs like testing and debugging software than their neurotypical (i.e. not autistic) counterparts
21 things NOT to say to a child with autism- -and what to say instead
of 21 things NOT to say to a person with an autism spectrum disorder, compiled with the help of members of my facebook autism forum:
How golf can help students with Autism
New after-school youth sports program in Canada brings golf to students with Autism
News Actress Talks Playing Character with Autism on Award-Winning TV Show
Autism Speaks Staffer Kerry Magro interviewed actress Diane Kruger (National Treasure, Inglorious Basterds) who plays a character with Asperger Syndrome on the hit FX series “The Bridge.” You can tune into the season 2 premiere of "The Bridge" tonight at 10 PM ET/9 PM CT on FX!
Why children with autism often fall victim to bullies
Bullying can affect anyone at any time, but young people with autism are especially vulnerable.
A day in the life of a physics student with autism
Michael Barton, 22, has high-functioning autism and has just finished a degree course. He is currently promoting a new book - his second in three years, entitled A Different Kettle of Fish - A Day in the Life of a Physics Student with Autism.
How to Teach an Autistic Child to Swim
Many parents and professionals want to know how to teach an autistic child to swim. Some children naturally love the water while others are very apprehensive.
Tips for Keeping Autistic Spectrum Children Engaged During Summer Break
Tips for Keeping Autistic Spectrum Children Engaged During Summer Break
Autism policy changes should not worry parents, Blais says
Education minister says intervention appointments missed due to illness won't affect services
Winterbourne View: One autistic boy's tragic tale
How one boy's moving story illustrates the tragedy of those still stuck in inappropriate care homes, despite Government promises
Autism is growing up
(CNN) -- As the world's leading autism researchers and advocates gathered at the International Meeting for Autism Research last weekend to share the latest discoveries about autism spectrum disorder, a strong theme emerged: Autism is growing up
Brave Kid With Autism Confronts His Bullies In Front Of The Whole Class, Leaves Us Speechless
One of the hardest things to do to a bully is to confront them. Harder still is to do it without making the problem worse.
Science News FDA Cracks Down on False Claims about Autism Treatments
Agency issues consumer warning; threatens legal action against those who market unproven, potentially dangerous products and therapies
Number of Teens and Young Adults with Autism in College on the Rise Number of Teens and Young Adults with Autism in College on the Rise
(April 29, 2014) - A FOX outlet in Cleveland last week highlighted the growing number of teens and young adults with autism attending college.
4 Qualities of People With Autism That Could Benefit Your Business
The Israeli Defense Force’s Satellite Intelligence Unit 9900 assigns autistic soldiers to monitor electronic combat maps for even the minutest changes. Their rare ability to focus for hours on end provides better results than non-autistic soldiers
Autism within the British Asian community
Disability is a taboo in the Asian community; many prefer not to talk about issues affecting them or their families. But tackling these issues openly is essential. DESIblitz speak to a mother and daughter about their experiences with autism.
Touching Video Explores Being a Dad to a Child with Autism
New media company SoulPancake produces a video series called The Fatherhood Project where filmmaker Corbyn Tyson explores what it means to be a good dad.
Autism research isn’t helping people live with daily reality
In the summer of 2010 as England was being knocked out of the World Cup in South Africa, something all together more hopeful was happening in London.
Athlete with Autism Adds Amazing Boston Marathon Finish to His ESPY
Jason "J-Mac" McElwain has a message for kids with autism: "It's amazing what you can accomplish when you put your mind to it."
Canada lacks national autism strategy: UBC professor
A UBC professor is raising the alarm about the lack of a countrywide autism strategy in Canada.
Employment program for adults with Asperger’s syndrome
April is Autism Awareness Month. And in a shocking new study, recently released by the CDC, one in 68 children has been identified with autism spectrum disorder.
autismnewswire app reaching the global community
Autismnewswire - announced today that because of the popularity of it's mobile application new's is being read....
Pasco charter school for children with autism faces closure
The company managing Pasco County's charter school for children with autism has decided to abandon the year-old school, citing concerns over low enrollment and future financial viability.
Parents 'unbelievably proud' of autism son's mini-moto success
A 12-year-old Guildford boy with autism and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder has raced into the first spot of a junior world mini motorbike championship, just 10 months after he first rode on a track.
Autism Live - Ask Dr. Doreen, Dr. Doreen Granpeesheh
Autism Live, Wednesday March 19th, 2014 Streamed live on Mar 19, 2014 Like Autism Live on Facebook at facebook.com/autismlive
Israeli Finance Minister’s Wife on Autistic Daughter: ‘She Made Me the Person I am’
The wife of Israeli Finance Minister Yair Lapid, speaking at a recent Hebrew University of Jerusalem conference,
Necklaces inspired by boy with autism go worldwide
BOISE -- Homemade necklaces inspired by a Treasure Valley boy are making quite a splash in the autism community and beyond.
Avonte Oquendo’s Story
Avonte Oquendo went missing from his Long Island City, Queens school in New York on October 4, 2013. He was 14 years old, a boy with autism who couldn’t speak. After over three months of exhaustive searching his remains were found in the East River and verified by medical examiners on January 21, 2014, leaving his family and a city of dedicated searchers and followers devastated at his loss. -
Autism Care Runs $11.5 Billion Annually, Study Finds
By Shaun Heasley February 10, 2014 Substantial costs come along with an autism diagnosis, researchers say in a new study that attempts to put a price tag on the care needed by children with the developmental disorder.
Kids with autism get airport test run: 'Next time the anxiety level will not be so high'
Michelle Dunham and her 15-year-old son Nicholas, who has autism, held hands as they navigated Jacksonville International Airport.