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Study finds health disparities for LGBTQ+ autistic adults … were among the respondents. “The healthcare system is not currently working for many LGBTQ+ autistic adults, when this group has a greater need for health services,” said Dr. Andy Shih, Ph.D., senior vice president, public health and inclusion … research at Autism Speaks demonstrates a large unmet need for healthcare for people with autism,” said Shih. “Where these groups intersect, the community and the healthcare system need to come together to provide added support and remove barriers to appropriate care.” … Study finds health disparities for LGBTQ+ autistic adults …

Expert Q&A: Explaining the conditions that accompany autism… In this Q&A, Amanda Bennett Palladino, MD, MPH, shares some of the most common conditions that accompany autism and offers support and resources to those coping with co-occurring conditions. Amanda Bennett Palladino is a developmental and … their care team. I frequently refer families to the Autism Speaks website to access the free Tool Kits that are designed to support families in addressing some of the most common co-occurring conditions. Families can find resources related to … caring for people with autism. Find local experts and/or advocates, participate in a research study or community advocacy group, find an online community if you can’t find a local one. The resources are there, in one form or another, if you just …

Benefits of Exercise for People with Autism… and Nutrition, at the University of Delaware. He conducts research on physical activity adapted to the needs of special groups. The phrase “exercise is medicine” is a common refrain among fitness experts and health practitioners. A wealth … even be a “peer tutor” – another child who understands how to communicate with your child and can provide some one-on-one support. Get Visual:  Many people with autism are visual learners. Visual supports such as task cards, physical demonstrations and video modelling often prove very helpful. Routine:  Most of us need …