Over on the Autism News NetWORK, Dr. Gwynette and ANN staffer Joshua Miller recently hosted Wendy Dawson, the Executive Director of Social Motion Skills, and Social Motion Education Director Brandi Timmons on the latest episode of the Autism News NetWORK podcast. Social Motion Skills is based in Houston, TX and works to inspire and empower
Recent Autism News NetWORK podcast guest Dr. Daniel Moreno De Luca has been featured in an article at WebMD regarding his paper on the prevalence of two key genetic tests that can help those with autism receive proper diagnosis and care. For the study, the researchers analyzed data gathered from 1,280 autism patients in Rhode
The Protection & Advocacy System for South Carolina has published a Q&A document outlining information regarding accommodations for college students with disabilities during this time of quarantine and distance learning. We have created a PDF of the document you may download here and have also reproduced the content below for ease of access: College Students
Temple Grandin recently spoke with Parade.com about how parents and caregivers can help their families thrive during this unprecedented time of isolation. The bestselling author is well-aware that adaptation is often easier said than done, especially for someone with ASD. She, too, is adapting. She can usually be found traveling around the world speaking to large
In a pilot study in adults with autism and depression, transcranial magnetic stimulation, or TMS, was effective in reducing depressive symptoms and had some effects on autistic symptoms, report researchers at the Medical University of South Carolina in Autism Research. This study suggests that TMS warrants further study as a potential treatment for adults with
Dr. Gwynette and the Autism News Network crew were able to catch up with Becky Large, executive directory of the Champion Autism Network, while attending the Autism & You 2019 Seminar. Check out the video to see and hear about the exciting programming CAN is offering in the Myrtle Beach area. Transcript Scott: I’m Scott.
A few weeks ago, the Autism News Network crew took a visit to Blissful Dreams Rescue Ranch, a therapeutic horse farm in Huger, SC. While there, the crew conducted an interview with Jamie, the Blissful Dreams founder, and a volunteer worker named David. Please enjoy the interview and be sure to watch all the way to
MUSC Catalyst News has published a great article about the Autism News Network: Why would someone travel to Charleston from Georgetown, Beaufort or even Myrtle Beach every week just to meet in a small lunchroom for two hours and practice shooting and editing videos? There are surely places closer to home where the same skills
In this Autism News Network segment, the group offers Leo some advice. Are you an adult with autism and looking for a way to build social skills and learn about the workforce? Email Annabel Franz at franza@musc.edu to join us. Transcript Dr. Gwynette: Leo, what were you saying earlier too about the frustration, the