Autism in the Media, Dating & Love on the Spectrum | Interview with Dr. Kerry Magro
How do you break free from autism stereotypes? For Dr. Kerry Magro, a TV consultant, public speaker, and best-selling author, you leave behind stereotypes every time you show a realistic portrayal of the many different kinds of people with autism. Representation in media matters to him, and that’s why he works so hard with other self-advocates to share an accurate and varied picture of autism in television and film.
Autism Jobs and Vocational Tasks
When my son, Lucas, celebrated his 18th birthday, he officially became an adult. He participated in some autism jobs for a few years prior to his 18th birthday through his IEP at school. The next summer as part of an Extended School Program (ESY), Lucas started volunteering at a local hotel for an hour each […]
Teaching Intraverbal Questions and Answers to Kids with Autism
Knowing when a child with autism is ready to learn how to ask and answer questions is an important step in their language and learning development. That’s why I recommend Dr. Mark Sundberg’s VB-MAPP assessment to help you quickly discover what a child knows and how you can build on that knowledge. In this tutorial, I’ll teach you how I give an assessment, and I’ll share some pointers that I’ve discovered over the years.
Early Signs of Autism in Babies and What To Do
Learn the early signs of autism in babies, including lack of eye contact, limited gestures, and delayed communication. Discover how to track milestones using tools like the CDC guidelines and M-CHAT screening to spot developmental signs of early autism. Understand what actions to take now—even with a baby under 12 months—to support development and potentially […]