In April, we raise awareness for Autism Acceptance Month, a time to learn more about autism spectrum disorders and accepting the disorder as a natural human condition. According to the CDC’s Autism and Developmental Disabilities Monitoring (ADDM) Network, about 1 in 36 children are now diagnosed with autism spectrum disorders, a statistic that has been… Read more »
Autism
April is Autism Acceptance Month
April is Autism Acceptance Month and the Library has quite a few newer titles on the autism spectrum to offer. These titles cover the lifespan, and Hoosiers can check them out by emailing us at libiidc@indiana.edu or calling us at 800-437-7924. ADULT LIFE Autism in Heels: The Untold Story of a Female Life on the… Read more »
IRCA announces new workshop
The Indiana Resource Center for Autism has announced a new workshop entitled, Interoception, The Eighth Sense: Impact on Self-Regulation, Mental Health, Language and Social Connection Workshop. “During this workshop, participants will gain an in-depth understanding about interoception including the impact this sense has on the development of social-emotional skills and positive behavior. This session provides… Read more »
Employees on the Spectrum
The Indiana Resource Center for Autism has published a new article on supporting people in the workforce who are on the autism spectrum. Geared toward organizations who may be considering employing folks on the spectrum (or already do), the article offers insights and tips for supporting and accommodating them. To read the article in its… Read more »
Autism Needs Assessment Survey
The Indiana Resource Center for Autism is mandated by the state to conduct needs assessment surveys from family members of individuals on the autism spectrum. Information from previous surveys has been used to better understand the status of services in Indiana and to identify additional support and funding needs. Information has also been used to… Read more »