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National Autism Center Provides Critical Autism Resource
Beneficiary of the U.S. Government’s 2014 Combined Federal Campaign
Randolph, Mass. — The National Autism Center is proud to be among the selected beneficiaries of the U.S. Government’s 2014 Combined Federal Campaign (CFC). The CFC is the world’s largest annual workplace charity campaign, raising millions of dollars each year for nonprofit organizations that provide health and human service benefits in countries around the world.
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Diagnosing Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
By: Marisa Petruccelli Morelos, Psy.D
Worries about language delay are often among the first concerns parents raise when they bring their child in for an autism assessment. There can be many reasons for a language delay, such as a language disorder, an intellectual disability, a hearing impairment, or even trauma or neglect. It can also be an early indicator of autism spectrum disorder (ASD).
Fort Meade – Pathways Autism Education Series
When: October 21 & 22, 2014 | 9 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Where: Rascon Training Room | 2481 Llewellyn Avenue | Fort Meade, MD 20775
Pre-Registration Required, Contact: Allison Judd, LCSW-C | Tel: 301-677-8086 | Email: allison.m.judd.civ@mail.mil
This FREE two-day seminar is designed for military parents or caregivers of children diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder. Presented by Dr. Hanna C. Rue, Executive Director, National Autism Center, and V.P. of Autism Services, May Institute.
DAY 1 ] Assessing and Managing Challenging Behaviors
DAY 2 ] Choosing and Using Evidence-based Practices for the Treatment of Children
Autism Intervention in Children – How Late Is Too Late?
By Hanna Rue, Ph.D., BCBA-D, Executive Director, National Autism Center
The recent report authored by Sally Rogers and Sally Ozonoff, UC Davis professors of psychiatry and behavioral sciences, provides empirical support of what most clinicians already know – “the earlier the better.” (more…)
Hair of Fame Salon Raises $6,800 to Help National Autism Center Offer Critical Information and Services
Randolph, Mass. – Representatives from Hair of Fame salon in Springfield, Mass., have presented May Institute’s National Autism Center with a check for $6,800 to support programs and services that benefit individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD).
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