Autism Acceptance Month 2022
For Autism Acceptance Month we are highlighting our most recent stories about the research and recommendations from the Supporting Transformative Autism Research team at the UVA School of Education and Human Development.
-
A $2.2M GRANT ESTABLISHES BLUE RIDGE LEND
UVA professors Mazurek and Davis, in partnership with Mary Baldwin University, will lead the new interdisciplinary training program designed to improve the health and well-being of children with autism and other developmental disabilities.
READ MORE -
SUPPORTING HISPANIC FAMILIES IMPACTED BY AUTISM
During Hispanic Heritage Month the team of researchers at the UVA Supporting Transformative Autism Research (STAR) initiative is working to highlight the increasing need for diagnostic and support resources for Hispanic families impacted by autism.
-
STUDY: MISSING WELL-CHILD VISITS LEADS TO DELAYED AUTISM DIAGNOSIS
At a time when parents may be wary of taking unvaccinated children to a medical facility, the study raises concerns about the possible consequences.
READ MORE -
HOUSING FOR ADULTS WITH AUTISM
A new report details recommendations to support individuals with autism to live independently as adults.