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REGRESSION MARKS ONE IN FIVE AUTISM CASES
In some children with autism, normal development stalls, often around age 2, and they start to lose many of the communication and social skills they had already mastered. The first large epidemiological study of this phenomenon, called regression, reveals that it occurs in at least 20 percent of children with autism.
The new work, published in the July/August issue of the Journal of Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics, also shows that regression can appear long after the toddler years.
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Autism Connection of PA
is a participating charity in all
Pittsburgh
Marathon Events!
Is this the year you "Run For A Reason"?
Full or Half Marathon
Marathon Relay
5k
Kids 1 Mile Fun Run
Pet Walk*
*(New this year as an
official charity event!)
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Autism, Drugs & Alcohol
Presented by: Luciana Randall, M.R.C.
Executive Director of
Autism Connection of PA
Wednesday, September 14, 2016
6:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Autism Connection of PA
Community Room, Suite 101
35 Wilson Street
Pittsburgh, PA 15223
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Girls and Autism
Presented by: Walter Graves, PhD
Saturday, October 22, 2016
9:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Autism Connection of PA
Community Room, Suite 101
35 Wilson Street
Pittsburgh, PA 15223
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Adaptive Dance at the Pittsburgh Ballet Theater
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Students with ASD or other sensory sensitivities explore movement and rhythm in this 10-week class. Our curriculum emphasizes creative movement principles and simplified ballet technique in a welcoming and structured studio environment.
Saturdays, starting September 10, 2016,
2:00 p.m. - 2:50 p.m. (grades 7-12),
3:00 p.m. - 3:50 p.m.(grades 1-6),
$5 / class, 2900 Liberty Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15201
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Free Family Education Series
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The Allegheny County Department of Human Services Area Agency on Aging (AAA) is offering a free education series for family caregivers of older adults, younger adults and children with disabilities. This series is designed to help nonprofessional caregivers learn how to take care of themselves while caring for a relative or friend.
Classes meet on Wednesdays starting September 7 through October 12 at the AAA offices, 2100 Wharton Street, Pittsburgh, second floor. All sessions are from 10 a.m. to noon. Registration is required and space is limited.
The series will provide family caregivers tools to:
- Help reduce stress and relax
- Take care of yourself
- Reduce guilt, anger and depression
- Communicate effectively with other family members, doctors and paid help
- Make set goals, problem-solve and make tough decisions
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Pennsylvania's Local Task Force on the Right To Education
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The Local Task Force welcomes parents, professionals, and citizen advocates dedicated to the education of all school aged children who receive special education services.
Local Tasks Force's are available to assist and support
students with disabilities and their families. Meetings are open to the public. You are encouraged to attend and participate.
Membership in the Local Task Force is determined at the local level, with a 51% majority of parents/consumers required. Each LTF must have representatives from the IU (Intermediate Unit), the local MH/MR (Mental Health/Mental Retardation Office), the local ARC, school district, and parents/consumers. LTF's have the same geographical areas as the Intermediate Unit in their area.
For more information about meetings, please contact Marty Rist at 1-800-446-5607 ext. 6828
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MindSpark puts autistic adults to work as software testers
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A key brain protein fits the diametric model
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Myrtle Beach airport opens quiet room for children with autism
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Banned PCB chemicals still ties to autism in kids
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Quest for autism biomarkers faces steep statistical challenges
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PITTSBURGH EARLY AUTISM STUDY
- Infants up to age 3 months with older sibling (both ASD and typically developing)
- Pregnant women may also inquire
- Visits take place in the home
Contact: Krista Pugliesi
412-624-9355
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PERSPECTIVES PROGRAM
- Ages 16-45 with ASD
- 18-month psychosocial research intervention
- Participants will receive either Cognitive Enhancement Therapy or Enriched Supportive Therapy at no cost
- Help improve social functioning, problem solving, and stress management
- Participant payment for all research-based testing
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WVU MRI STUDY SEEKS VOLUNTEERS WITH AUTISM
- Ages 11-28
- able to have a 45-60 minute MRI
- no sedation or blood draws
- will receive $20
- travel expenses covered
Contact: Paula Webster
304-293-8227
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AUTISM AND PARENTAL STRESS
This research seeks to understand how specific individual child factors correlate with parental stress, in an effort to provide more practical insight into family-centered approaches to care. If you are the caregiver of a child who has been diagnosed with an Autism Spectrum Disorder, (of any functioning level) aged 6-18, please consider completing this on-line survey. The survey takes approximately 20-30 minutes, there is a small incentive for participation. Please click on the link below to participate or for additional information.
Contact: Tina Boni
412-916-8852
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Gymboree Play & Music is currently hiring part-time teachers for the Mt. Lebanon location. Classes are for children, newborn - 5 years old, and their parents. Paid training and lesson plans are provided. Perfect for college students, stay at home moms, theater professionals or anyone who loves children and desires a rewarding environment where they can make a difference.
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South Hills Grandparents Group
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Interested grandparents of children with Autism Spectrum Disorder meet, share experiences, support each other and collectively share the love of their grandchildren.
Join us the 1st Wednesday of every month from 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
at the Mt. Lebanon Municipal Building, 710 Washington Road, Room 107D
Facilitator: Marilyn Hoyson, PhD
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Mercer County -- A.S.D. Support Group
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We are open to all caregivers of those with any disability.
2 locations: Children's Aid Society, Mercer
, PA,
6:00 p.m.,
3rd Wednesday of the month or
Valley Baptist Church, Farrell, PA, 6:00 p.m., 2nd Thursday of the month
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Cambria County -- Mainline Area Special Needs Group
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We will be hosting a special presentation relative to all parents and caregivers of children with special needs, titled "Special Needs Bullying: Facts and Prevention Presentation", presented by Maureen Calandra, bullying prevention teacher and researcher from Saint Francis University.
Saint Francis University, Disepio Building, Thursday, September 1, 2016, 6:00 p.m.-7:30 p.m.
Space is limited, there will be a light dinner of sandwiches provided, please RSVP by August 24th to
[email protected]
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Allegheny County -- Autism Urban Connections
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Parent Support Group services Parents/Caregivers raising children with ASD and related disorders
Greater Hazelwood Family Center,
5006 Second Avenue,
Pittsburgh, PA 15207,
5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.,
Monthly: 4th Tuesday (changed from Thursdays).
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Allegheny County -- TGIF Adult Social Group
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TGIF welcomes young adults ages 18-40's for food, fun and fellowship every Friday night. Planned activities reflect participants' interests.
Youth Community Center, located in the parking lot of the Sharon Presbyterian Church, 522 Carnot Road, Moon Township, PA, 15108, Friday nights from 7:00-9:00 p.m.
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Cambria County -- Autism Social and Support Network
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Dedicated to serving the needs of autistic individuals and offering support to their families through social clubs for adults and teens and a family support group.
For more information contact f
acilitator:
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