August 2012

Finding Credible Autism Research

Submitted by Rachel Nuwer on Fri, 2012-08-31 07:30

The first of three blog posts addressing the question, “How can I find reliable information about autism and autism research?” 

Immune Disorders and Autism Live Chat with Dr. Patterson

Submitted by alison.dyer on Wed, 2012-08-29 16:18
Author: 
Autism Speaks

Paul Patterson, Ph.D., answered questions about the New York Times opinion piece on autism and immune dysfunction and related topics. He continued to answer questions that went unanswered during our chat time on his own personal blog, infectiousbehavior.wordpress.com. For more on the topic, please read an Autism Speaks

Why I Walk – Connections

Submitted by alison.dyer on Wed, 2012-08-29 15:02
Author: 
Autism Speaks

Written by Sarah Schneck, senior at Northeastern University and Chair of the 2012 Greater Boston Walk Now for Autism Speaks Kickoff.  

A Place to Dance

Submitted by alison.dyer on Wed, 2012-08-29 12:42
Author: 
Autism Speaks

The author of this post is Jess, who can be found at Diary of a Mom. There she writes about life with her husband Luau* and their beautiful daughters – nine and-a-half year-old Katie*, an utterly fabulous typically a-typical ten-year-old, and eight-year-old, Brooke*, a loving, talented, hilarious second grader who has autism.

7 Ways to Boost Autism Speaks U Chapter Membership

Submitted by Jaclyn Renner on Tue, 2012-08-28 15:01
Author: 
Autism Speaks U

Students involved in our collegiate Autism Speaks U chapters are constantly looking for ways to increase membership. Check out the 7 tips below to keep chapter members engaged and involved!
 

One racer's reasoning for running longer than she ever has

Submitted by alison.dyer on Tue, 2012-08-28 12:14
Author: 
Autism Speaks

This blog was originally posted on masslive.com

This post is by Pam McCray, a 24 year-old sports reporter I'm a sports reporter for The Republican newspaper in Springfield, Massachusetts. She is an athlete that is devoted to her nephew with autism.

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Running for a cure – that’s my goal.

Tune In for the Jaclyn Waiser's NFL Dream Come True Story

Submitted by alison.dyer on Mon, 2012-08-27 15:19
Author: 
Autism Speaks

Tune in tonight on the CBS Evening News between 5-6pm EST, 9pm EST on WLYN Channel 55, and on the CBS Morning News tomorrow (8/28) to see the Jaclyn Waiser's story!

Jaclyn Waiser, a 8 year old with autism, got the opportunity of a lifetime to perform at half-time in front of 80,000 people at MetLife Stadium with The Jets Junior Flight Crew Cheerleaders during a Giants vs. Jets Preseason Game.

Kerry's Korner #23: Jadyn Waiser's NFL Debut

Submitted by alison.dyer on Mon, 2012-08-27 15:03
Author: 
Autism Speaks

The New York Jets are making dreams come true this summer as Jadyn Waiser, a 8 year old with autism, got the opportunity of a lifetime to perform at half-time in front of 80,000 people at MetLife Stadium with The Jets Junior Flight Crew Cheerleaders during a Giants vs. Jets Preseason Game.

Catching Up With Pure Vision Arts

Submitted by alison.dyer on Fri, 2012-08-24 12:17
Author: 
Autism Speaks

This blog post is by Penelope Anderson, Administrative Assistant. Penelope has worked with non-profit organizations for over 20 years and joined Pure Vision Arts in 2009. A couture and children’s clothing designer, she has volunteered with NGOs in India giving textile workshops to women and as a business consultant. As well as providing administrative assistance for the studio, Penelope works with PVA artists on the design and production of boutique items featuring their art.