10-year-old Benjamin Petersen is quick with a laugh and loves cars. In fact, his dad says, he'll ask nearly everyone he meets what type of car they drive - and remember it if they meet again. But, as ...

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A "transition" occurs when a child has to move from one task or situation to another. Children are required to make multiple transitions during the day. Daily transitions include getting ready in the ...

An increasing number of students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) are enrolling in colleges. Students who are on the spectrum may face challenges when transitioning from high school into college; ...

Outcomes for transition age youth on the autism spectrum are poor across multiple domains including work, postsecondary education access, social inclusion, health and mental health. About 50,000 to 60 ...

Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a developmental condition that affects how a person thinks, communicates, and interacts. It is referred to as a spectrum disorder because the traits presented vary ...

At the A.J. Drexel Autism Institute, the Transition Pathways program is making significant strides in promoting disability inclusion and fostering meaningful work experiences for neurodivergent ...

Teresa Lackey of Grafton turned 3 last week. Her family celebrated with an outing to Southwick's Zoo in Mendon, a festive marking of a childhood milestone. The day also marked another milestone, one ...

The rigid protocols of institutionalized special education often prioritize compliance over actual comprehension, leaving students with autism feeling misunderstood and parents feeling exhausted. As a ...