California's Autism Population Soars to New Heights, Hits Alarming New Milestones
Autism rates in the California DDS system have reach shocking new heights according to data released this week.
New Review Article—Profound Autism: An Imperative Diagnosis
NCSA leaders helped write a new review paper highlighting some of the overarching issues affecting individuals and families affected by profound autism, and directed at pediatric clinicians. We thank in particular Dr. Lee Wachtel for leading this effort.
NCSA Submits Concerns About the Autism CARES Act Reauthorization: Now Is the Time for Bold Action
Amid the growing national autism crisis, the Autism CARES Act should be re-invented to address our most pressing needs and explicitly address objectives around profound autism.
NIH Requests Public Comment on "Co-Occurring Conditions" in Autism
NCSA comments in response to the NIMH’s call for comments on co-occurring conditions in autism.
The Un-Jolly Reality of a Profound Autism Christmas
“As difficult as the trip was, I know so many families have even more challenging situations. Many are no longer able to attend family events or venture into the community because of behaviors. In some cases, they are no longer invited or included.”
Why I Need the Term "Profound Autism"
“We cannot have equity without development of waivers that consider the basic realities of profound autism. Our children have very different needs than the people opposing use of the term.”