Every parent wants their child to feel safe and understood when they’re out in the world. For families raising a child with autism, that hope runs especially deep. They simply want others to respond with…
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Small Changes Can Reduce Burnout and Help Neurodiverse Workers Thrive A lot of adults on the autism spectrum find traditional workplace meetings to be genuinely draining. Trying to read social cues, dealing with sensory overload,…
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Viral TikTok Video Shows Pure Kindness and Special Interests Coming Together A touching video of a 5-year-old girl on the autism spectrum has captured hearts worldwide after she asked her mother to play a Noah…
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Teachers Health Trust (THT), the nonprofit health insurance plan for educators in Clark County, will expand its autism care services to make diagnosis and therapy more accessible to its members and their families. This program…
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In a symbolic display of unity and awareness, the iconic “Welcome to Fabulous Las Vegas” sign was illuminated in blue as community leaders gathered to recognize Autism Awareness and Acceptance Month. The ceremony, led by…
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For adults with autism and their families, finding resources after high school can almost feel like navigating a maze. It's the very experience that Janette Reyes-Speer and her husband experienced when their daughter, Alina, turned…
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Plans for a residential facility for autistic girls in Southern Nevada have stumbled on multiple roadblocks over the past few months, leaving families frustrated. The project, which was originally approved in mid-2024, was intended to…
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With autism rates soaring, one thing is clear. Too many children with autism grew up and missed out on early support that could have helped empower them to navigate through life. While that fact is…
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Temple Grandin is a leading autism activist, author, and professor who has dedicated her life to raising awareness of the need for understanding and support for those on the spectrum. Her work helped change how…
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Back in 1997, Mary Brabant developed an important program to help students in Nevada gain real-world skills necessary to thrive after public schooling. In the beginning, this humble program only had one educator and two…
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