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Autism Act Clears Senate

Autism Act Clears Senate 599 375 Dave Zambotti

The U.S. Senate just unanimously passed the Autism CARES Act of 2019! The legislation now heads to the President’s desk to be signed into law. The bill authorizes more than $1.8 billion in funding that will help children and adults on the autism spectrum and their families.

https://www.disabilityscoop.com/2019/09/20/autism-act-clears-senate-2/27191

Autism Wristband that Predicts Aggressive Outbursts in Children with 84 Percent Accuracy Created by Scientists

Autism Wristband that Predicts Aggressive Outbursts in Children with 84 Percent Accuracy Created by Scientists 599 399 Dave Zambotti

The wearable device monitors physiological changes in people with autism, helping to give parents and caregivers advance notice to ensure everyone in the environment is safe.

https://www.newsweek.com/autism-wristband-that-predicts-aggressive-outbursts-children-84-accuracy-created-scientists-1455624

There’s a Game-changing Way for People with Disabilities to Save. Few are Using It.

There’s a Game-changing Way for People with Disabilities to Save. Few are Using It. 599 337 Dave Zambotti

Individuals with disabilities can save up to $100,000 without losing critical government benefits. Yet, fewer than 1% of those eligible to own an ABLE account have one.

https://www.cnbc.com/2019/08/24/theres-a-game-changing-way-for-the-disabled-to-save-but-few-use-it.html

People With Autism Being Hired for Artificial Intelligence Jobs

People With Autism Being Hired for Artificial Intelligence Jobs 599 412 Dave Zambotti

There is high demand for workers with skills in AI and autistic individuals have an exceptional proficiency for technology. Autistic candidates really are a solution for employers who are looking for highly skilled analytical individuals.

https://www.newsmax.com/newsfront/autism-workers-artificial-intelligence-companies/2019/08/02/id/927046

Early Exposure to Speech May Shape Autistic Children’s Language Ability

Early Exposure to Speech May Shape Autistic Children’s Language Ability 844 570 Dave Zambotti

A new study is one of the first to find that the more words autistic children hear as infants in the home has a strong influence on language development. Which later helps in the development reading skills and school readiness.

https://www.spectrumnews.org/news/early-exposure-to-speech-may-shape-autistic-childrens-language-ability

Kids with Autism at Increased Risk of Bullying by Siblings and Classmates

Kids with Autism at Increased Risk of Bullying by Siblings and Classmates 599 399 Dave Zambotti

Bullying is a problem that no parent wants to deal with, but it’s one that can’t be ignored. This behavior is increased if a child has been diagnosed with being on the autism spectrum.

https://www.reuters.com/article/us-health-autism-bullying/kids-with-autism-at-increased-risk-of-bullying-by-siblings-and-classmates-idUSKCN1UL2IU

5 Things that Autism Parents Want You to Know!

5 Things that Autism Parents Want You to Know! 1550 1162 Dave Zambotti

Autism is all around us and parents with autistic children often feel ostracized from society. Acceptance starts with understanding and this parent will help you get started.

https://thriveglobal.com/stories/5-things-that-autism-parents-want-you-to-know

Most Badges Require Speaking, but One Boy Scout with Nonverbal Autism has Earned the Highest Rank

Most Badges Require Speaking, but One Boy Scout with Nonverbal Autism has Earned the Highest Rank 599 400 Dave Zambotti

Becoming an Eagle Scout would be hard for anybody. Learn how one boy with nonverbal autism used alternative methods to get the badge.

https://www.cnn.com/2019/07/21/us/ohio-eagle-scout-with-autism-trnd/index.html

The New Dating App Helping People on the Autistic Spectrum Find Love

The New Dating App Helping People on the Autistic Spectrum Find Love 737 492 Dave Zambotti

Everyone deserves happiness and to find love and friendship. This new app provides access to platforms that can help build meaningful relationships with people on the autistic spectrum.

https://www.newsweek.com/new-dating-app-helping-people-autistic-spectrum-find-love-1449552

How Accommodating Workers with Autism Benefits Employers – and All of Us

How Accommodating Workers with Autism Benefits Employers – and All of Us 754 503 Dave Zambotti

Autism is poorly understood and managers are ill-informed about how to accommodate affected workers. Learn these simple steps that can help employers leverage the large group of under-utilized workers with autism.

https://theconversation.com/how-accommodating-workers-with-autism-benefits-employers-and-all-of-us-119628