September News from ARI

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Monthly News | September 2021

Greetings!

For many of you, a new school year has begun, and this year, in particular, may be providing unique opportunities and challenges. ARI's staff and I wish ASD students and their families as smooth a transition as possible into the 2021-22 academic year.

Soon we will be awarding research grant funding to our 2021 recipients; I am grateful to members of our Scientific Advisory Board and volunteer reviewers from the scientific community who provide invaluable guidance for ARI’s rigorous grant review process by volunteering their time to assess submissions and participate in a juried review of finalists. I’m also pleased to be collaborating with past board member Jane Johnson to complete a new book on sleep and autism set for release early next year.

Do you have friends or colleagues overseas who represent a parent or advocacy group that is tracking the current state of the science regarding the underlying biology of autism and evidence-based treatments? Please invite them to email their website link and mission summary to our global outreach coordinator. Currently, ARI is networking with more than 210 support groups worldwide.

Stephen M. Edelson, Ph.D.

Executive Director

ARI News

Our 2020 Annual Report is Online Now

Learn about how we collaborate and spearhead efforts to accelerate progress in autism research and education. Read about where your support has taken us.

2020 Annual Report (PDF format)

2020 Impact Report (PDF format)

ARI’s 2020 audited financial statement

ARI Publications: Understanding and Treating Anxiety in Autism

Understanding and Treating Anxiety in Autism, edited by ARI Executive Director Stephen M. Edelson and past ARI Board Member Jane B. Johnson, and written by leading experts in the field, summarizes current perspectives and research on anxiety for people with autism.

The next book in this series, which focuses on understanding and treating sleep disturbances in autism, is underway and set for publication early in 2022.

Learn more about the book

Resources for Back-to-School

Back-to-School Resources

The back-to-school season can present unique challenges for families and individuals with autism. Take a look at these informative articles and webinars for insight and tips on what to expect from the Fall transitions.

Research Updates

From ARRI: Insulin resistance studied in children, teens with autism

Some abnormalities seen in autism spectrum disorder (ASD) may be caused by insulin resistance affecting the brain and central nervous system, according to a new study from Italy.

From ARRI: Lifestyle issues play role in shorter life expectancy

Individuals with autism spectrum disorders (ASD) have a shorter life expectancy than people in the general population, and a new study suggests that lifestyle issues play a large role in shortening their lifespans.

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Participate in Research - Visit Autism.org

Take part in a new research study seeking to learn more about the treatment needs of school-age children.

Participate in research - many investigators are seeking participants to add valuable data to our understanding of autism.

Research topics range from sibling differences, school experiences, trauma, adult issues, and more.

Learn about studies enrolling participants

Upcoming Free Webinars

ARI Webinar 9/22:

Visual Supports and Covid-19

Learn evidence-based strategies for using visual supports at school as students transition back to classrooms during the pandemic.

Presented by Amy Moore Gaffney, M.A., CCC-SLP, Indiana Resource Center for Autism

1 p.m. Eastern Time (U.S.) 9/22/21

ARI Webinar 10/6:

ABCs of ABA in 2021

Learn about the components of a quality behavioral support program.

Presented by Melissa Olive, Ph.D., BCBA-D, Cultivate Behavioral Health and Education

1 p.m. Eastern Time (U.S.) 9/8/21

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