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Doha, May 2 (QNA) – Qatar Foundation has celebrated World Autism Awareness Day by hosting a series of community-focused activities and events. A collaborative effort among Qatar Foundations (QF) Pre-University Education entities Renad Academy, Awsaj Academy, The Learning Center, and Ability Friendly Program, the events included educational programs, family-oriented activities, workshops, performances, and discussions, all held at Education City. The activities, which focused on people with autism and their families, ensured that everyone including the community could participate and enjoy the experience. These initiatives underscore QF’s commitment to inclusivity and its dedication to creating an environment that promotes an understanding…
Kenilworth By: Najla Alexander Fresh off the red carpet of the HollyRod DesignCare 2024 event, where she was an honoree, Nadine Wright-Arbubakrr is proud to announce Nassan’s Place Annual Community Awards Gala on Thursday, October 3, 2024, at the Galloping Hill Golf Club in Kenilworth, officials stated. Officials say the event begins at 6:00 p.m. and will feature a cocktail hour, dinner, and a night dedicated to raising awareness about autism while honoring outstanding individuals and community partners helping us to make a difference in the community. Tickets are available for $150 each, officials said. As Nassan’s Place marks 12…
You may have seen some new ways to describe when someone is autistic and also has attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). The terms ‘AuDHD’ or sometimes ‘AutiADHD’ are being used on social media, with people describing what they experience or have seen as clinicians.It might seem surprising these two conditions can co-occur, as some traits appear to be almost opposite. For example, autistic folks usually have fixed routines and prefer things to stay the same, whereas people with ADHD usually get bored with routines and like spontaneity and novelty.But these two conditions frequently overlap and the combination of diagnoses can result…
17-year-old has been bringing out monthly newsletter for kids to stay clued inKian Jacob, a 17-year-old student at Indus Valley International School has been making newsletters accessible to children with autism, helping them keep up with the happenings of the world.When Jacob was merely a 15-year-old, his interests leaned towards architecture, leading him to intern with an architectural firm which involved him in designing playgrounds for autistic children. After the internship Jacob, with the objective of bringing his design to fruition, contacted Ishanya Foundation, which has 75 kids in the spectrum of differently abled teenagers. However, that project did not…
Summary: During social interactions, human and dog brain activity becomes synchronized, with mutual gazing and petting enhancing this connection. Over five days, synchronization between human-dog pairs increased with familiarity, suggesting a leader-follower dynamic, where humans lead and dogs follow.Dogs with social impairments showed a loss of synchronization, but this was reversed with a single treatment of LSD. These findings could have implications for autism research, offering potential biomarkers and treatments for social symptoms.Key Facts:Brain synchronization between humans and dogs grows with familiarity.Mutual gazing and petting synchronize brain regions linked to attention.LSD treatment reversed social impairments and brain synchronization loss in…
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) – A new clinic just opened in Augusta called Autism, Advocacy and Intervention.It’s an insurance-based clinic similar to a therapy office for children with diagnosed autism.They’re the type of clinic referred to by doctors once a child is diagnosed. They work one-on-one to help autistic children meet their developmental milestones.“We take for granted that we can look and talk to people and it’s easy but for a lot of autistic people and children, that is not the case,” said Angelia Burley, a registered behavior technician for Autism, Advocacy and Intervention.Joanna May, a registered behavior technician, said: “RBTs…
Alabama Disabilities Advocacy Program (ADAP) | 800-826-1675Provides legal services to Alabamians with disabilities to protect, promote and expand their rights and is part of the National Disability Rights Network (NDRN). Alabama Psychological Services Center | 256-533-9393Huntsville & Madison locations offer testing for ADHD/ADD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Depressive and Anxiety Disorders, and learning problems in children and adolescents. AL Special Education Consultations and Advocacy Services in Huntsville | 256-797-4442 | cavb@knology.netHelping families in North Alabama obtain appropriate educational services for children with special needs. Ability Plus | 256-489-4696Maintains residential homes and day habilitation for individuals in North Alabama with intellectual disabilities.…
CNN — Some people browse TikTok and Instagram for recipes, memes and colorful takes on the news. Erin Coleman says her 14-year-old daughter uses these apps to search for videos about mental health diagnoses. Over time, the teen started to self-identify with the creators, according to her mother, and became convinced she had the same diagnoses, including attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), depression, autism, mysophobia (an extreme fear of dirt and germs) and agoraphobia (a fear of leaving the house). “Every week, she would come up with another diagnosis,” Coleman told CNN. “If she sees a hint of herself in someone,…
Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is quite prevalent, but its underlying mechanism is not well understood. In a recent study, researchers from Japan have found a significant link between the levels of specific dihydroxy fatty acids in umbilical cord blood and ASD symptoms. Their findings highlight the role of these metabolites in the developmental trajectory of ASD and could pave the way for early diagnostic techniques and a better understanding of ASD pathophysiology.Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a neurodevelopmental disorder that affects learning capability and social behavior of people. Over the past few decades, awareness regarding ASD has increased, especially regarding…
Augustana University will host the 15th Annual Lighting the Way Autism Conference at Memorial Middle School in Sioux Falls on Wednesday, June 7, and Thursday, June 8. Free and open to the public, the Lighting the Way Autism Walk will take place at the Augustana Morrison Commons on Saturday, June 10, from 10 a.m. – noon. The walk will provide attendees the opportunity to sign up for scholarships for therapies, special equipment or camps, and will include an array of fun activities. This year’s Lighting the Way Autism Conference will focus on transitions across the lifespan. The conference is for…