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Diane Adreon, Ed.D. has served as the associate director of the University of Miami-Nova Southeastern University Center for Autism and Related Disabilities since 1993. In addition, Dr. Adreon presents and consults nationally and internationally on high-functioning autism spectrum disorders. She has a private practice, Spectrum Life Strategies (SpectrumLifeStrategies.com). Dr. Adreon’s publications include: Special Considerations for Students with High-functioning Autism Spectrum Disorder: A Guide for School Administrators (2017; Adreon & Myles, 2017), Simple Strategies that Work! Helpful Hints for All Educators of Students with High-Functioning Autism, Asperger Syndrome, and Related Disabilities (Myles, Adreon, & Gitlitz. 2006), and Asperger Syndrome and Adolescence: Practical Solutions for School Success (Myles & Adreon, 2001), winner of the Autism Society of America Literary Achievement Award. In addition, Dr. Adreon serves on the editorial boards of Focus on Autism and Other Developmental Disorders and Intervention in School and Clinic
“School distress” rates are elevated among those with autism
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“School distress” rates are elevated among those with autism
Rates of “school distress”—or significant emotional distress related to attending school—are significantly elevated in children with autism spectrum disorders (ASD), according to a new study from the United Kingdom.Sophie Connolly and colleagues
ARI: Advancing our Understanding of Autism
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Back-to-School Resources
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Behavioral Support – Beyond Early Intervention
Due to technical difficulties, playback has been delayed. Check back later. About the speaker: Dr. Melissa Olive’s brother, Mac, is the foundation of her mission. In her early teens Missy,