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El enmascaramiento puede resultar agotador para los autistas y puede impedirles que sean ellos mismos e inhibirlos. (2/2)
Muchas personas autistas aprenden, practican y llevan a cabo ciertos comportamientos y eliminan otros para interactuar socialmente. A esto se le conoce como enmascaramiento o camuflaje. (1/2)
Many autistic people learn, practice and perform certain behaviors and suppress others in order to perform in social interactions. This is known as #masking or #camouflaging. Masking can be exhausting for autistic people and can prevent them from being their true selves.
Today is the start of #HispanicHeritageMonth! The autism prevalence gap among Hispanic children indicates a need for better screening. We’re committed to closing it.
Visit our Spanish-language page to find all our Spanish resources: autismspeaks.org/que-es-el-auti…
We're working to ensure state Medicaid programs can provide the home and community-based services families and autistic individuals need now more than ever but we need help from advocates like YOU!
Tell Congress #CareCantWait at act.autismspeaks.org/site/Advocacy?…
SAVE THE DATE!
Join our team for the 2022 Disney Princess Half Marathon Weekend!
📅 February 24 - 27, 2022.
�@WaltDisneyWorldld, Orlando, FL.
Learn more and secure your entry atact.autismspeaks.org/disneyprincess…pqP
We need your help to ensure state Medicaid programs can provide the home and community-based services families and autistic individuals need now more than ever!
Tell Congress #CareCantWait at act.autismspeaks.org/site/Advocacy?…
Voting is a fundamental right.
Autism Speaks is concerned that recent changes to Texas’ election laws will make voting more burdensome for people with disabilities.
Learn more:
autismspeaks.org/advocacy-news/…
Our first weekend of walks this fall was a success! 👟
Thanks so much to everyone who joined us in person or virtually in Miami, Laurel Highlands and New Hampshire!
Find an#AutismSpeaksWalkk near you at:autismspeakswalk.org5V
If you missed my convo with @realjoeyfatone his past weekend, check it out here! We talk @NSYNC, @BoyzIIMen & @backstreetboys on one stage, raising money for @autismspeaks, making the perfect Chili Cheese Dog with @HormelChil & more! #CriscoKiddBlockParty youtu.be/7GtX37irxDU
Retweeted by autism speaks Our @josemartimast Knightline News Team was at the @autismspeaks Miami Walk on Saturday and got to speak with @MiamiSup and others involved w/the walk. @miamiyouthfair #autismspeakswalk #mast2122 m.youtube.com/watch?v=lqpl13…
Retweeted by autism speaks A big thank you to everyone who donated! We came in 1st place as the school who fundraised the most for @autismspeaks @MDCPS_ASD @OfficeofESE @MDCPSSouth #ReelingMarlinsToTheTop
Retweeted by autism speaks This roadmap will help you identify your challenges and assess what triggers them, develop strategies to help you in difficult situations, and learn what you can do to support yourself and set yourself up for success.
autismspeaks.org/roadmap/roadma…
You've got questions and we've got answers!
Watch our autism #Covid19 vaccines webinar.
You never know what you may learn.
autismspeaks.org/science-news/a…
Grace is a joyful, loving 8-year-old who loves dancing, baking and coloring. Because she's nonverbal, she struggles to express her emotions--but her parents have developed strategies to help.
Read more: autismspeaks.org/blog/home-ther…
Wanna learn more about autism?
Learn about prevalence, associated challenges, autism in adulthood and more at:
autismspeaks.org/autism-statist…
We're looking for dedicated #AutismAdvocates to become Advocacy Ambassadors.
Our ambassadors build relationships with legislators and help us advance policies that affect autistic people and their families.
Sound like a good fit for you?
Apply at: autismspeaks.org/volunteer-advo…
Are you the grandparent of a person with autism? Tell us about your experience in the @AARP National Survey of Autism Grandparents. Your feedback will provide information that helps enrich the quality of life for autism families.
Learn more: autismgrandparentsclub.com
"Our strength as a community is powered by love and built on the commitment of individuals like you." via @WFLA
Support our mission and find your local walk at: autismspeakswalk.org
wfla.com/news/join-our-…
Many autistic children have challenges managing certain behaviors.
This tool kit provides parents with an overview of strategies you can use at home to limit challenging behaviors. It will also help you teach your child positive behaviors.
autismspeaks.org/tool-kit/atnai…
The Autism Response Team (ART) can help you learn more about:
🔹 Where to get a diagnosis
🔹 Schools and special education
🔹 Advocacy and support
🔹 Adult services
🔹 Inclusion and community activities
🔹 ...and much more!
Contact ART tautismspeaks.org/autism-respons…eMpfAd
Together, there's no limit to what we can do!
With every step you take and every dollar you raise, you help enhance lives today and accelerate a spectrum of solutions for tomorrow.
Walk with us today at bit.ly/3DZqf1P #AutismSpeaksWalk
📅 1 Week away!
Florida residents! Join us for our virtual event where you'll hear autistic job seekers, students, employees, employers, and providers share insight on how to create more employment opportunities for the#AutismCommunityy.
Register at:accelevents.com/e/floridapathw…XV
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The final cycle of Autism Speaks’ Baker Grant applications is now open! Baker Grants provide funding for non-profit and for-profit organizations creating impactful social and educational programs for people with autism.
Learn more: autismspeaks.org/press-release/…
"The funds raised with Monday’s run will support Autism Speaks and its mission of bridging the gap between the underserved and minority populations and early diagnoses in members of those communities." via @nbc4i
nbc4i.com/news/local-new…
Need help getting your #COVID19 vaccine?
Print and use our vaccine support card to communicate the supports you need during your visit:
autismspeaks.org/sites/default/…
We love inclusive employment initiatives like this! via @CBSDenver
For more tools and information on making your workplace more inclusive of a neurodiverse workforce, head to: autismspeaks.org/employment
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"Ultimately, one of the best ways to keep autistic people from burning out will be to increase accommodations in workplaces, schools, hospitals — anywhere they might spend time" via @nytimes
nytimes.com/2021/09/03/wel…
"Julian, who’ve I’ve always known to be mostly nonverbal…barely spoke unless he asked for something he wanted... in this moment, made the protective decision to step outside of his own comfort-zone, and challenged himself to check on my well-being." autismspeaks.org/blog/time-my-n…
Missed our #CovidVaccine webinar? That's ok! We recorded it!
Watch for the health impacts of #COVID19 on the #AutismCommunity, the safety & effectiveness of the vaccine, and tools for making the vaccine experience more accessible for autistic people.
autismspeaks.org/science-news/a…
Together, there's no limit to what we can do!
With every step you take and every dollar you raise, you help enhance lives today and accelerate a spectrum of solutions for tomorrow. #AutismSpeakWalk
Walk with us! act.autismspeaks.org/site/SPageServ…
Adolescence for people on the spectrum is a critical time to develop a transition plan to build the goals & skills necessary to succeed in adult life.
We're here to help with our most frequently downloaded resources to support #autistic adolescents:
autismspeaks.org/blog/helpful-r…
Our Vaccine Experience Tool Kit was designed to help vaccination sites create an #inclusive experience for people with autism and other related conditions.
Available in English or Spanish!
autismspeaks.org/tool-kit/vacci…
"I no longer had to grapple with eye contact and body language: all I needed to do was look at the screen! And because only my head and shoulders were visible, I could stim freely without feeling embarrassed, guilty or ashamed." via @NaturePortfolio nature.com/articles/d4158…
"PATH to Discovery (Precision Autism Treatments for Health), a research program to build a roadmap to personalized medicine for people across the autism spectrum." autismspeaks.org/science-news/a…
It is critical that a child with autism is getting the best support possible tailored to their unique needs as they grow and develop.
Here are some resources to help direct you as you advocate for your child and guide them through their early years.
autismspeaks.org/blog/helpful-r…
To help support autistic adults in their search for their ideal living situation, Autism Speaks is pleased to present the Roadmap to Housing and Residential Supports.
autismspeaks.org/roadmap/roadma…
Meet Nathan, 52, and Daylen, 9. Both have different strengths and challenges and need varying levels of support. One commonality they share is that they and their families have relied on Autism Speaks for resources along the way.
autismspeaks.org/blog/autism-sp…
Our roadmaps and tool kits are just one way that we help to provide information and resources to the #AutisticCommunity!
Explore our top 3 most downloaded took kits:
autismspeaks.org/blog/top-helpf…
Huge win for the Oklahoma #AutismCommunity!
Oklahoma Insurance Commissioner Glen Mulready announced changes to the state’s mandated age, dollar and hour caps on coverage for autism therapies and treatments.
Learn more about the changes:
autismspeaks.org/advocacy-news/…
Did you know that we fund local programs that provide people with autism with social and educational experiences?
📅 We are accepting grant applications until September 15th!
Service providers are encouraged to apply at:autismspeaks.org/autism-grants-…04
From securing housing to navigating the employment process, autistic adults can face many obstacles to living independently and engaging fully with community life.
We're here to help!
Explore our most downloaded resources to support adults with autism:
autismspeaks.org/science-news/h…
We are now working with @TheGivingBlock to fundraise cryptocurrencies like #Bitcoin via @Gemini.
HODLers - you can lower your taxes by donating cryptocurrency to Autism Speaks!
Learn more: autismspeaks.org/donate-cryptoc…
@oid411 announces expanded coverage of autism benefits. The bulletin announced changes to the state’s mandated age, dollar and hour caps on coverage for autism therapies and treatments, specifically #ABATherapy. Read more below: autismspeaks.org/advocacy-news/…
Retweeted by autism speaks Did you know our Autism Response Team (ART) is bilingual?
Contact them in English or Spanish to personalized information and resources for you and your family.
autismspeaks.org/autism-respons…
Parents & Caregivers: Have you watched our caregiver skills training videos?
Created in collaboration with the @WHO, this video training series can help you support development at home.
Check them out:
youtube.com/playlist?list=…
Florida residents!
Join us for our Virtual Pathway to Employment event where you'll hear from autistic job seekers, students, employees, employers, and providers.
📆 Sept 16, 2021
🕙 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM (EDT)
🎟️ Free to attend, registration requireaccelevents.com/e/floridapathw…Hgnx
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