Diagnosis and Assessments in Indiana

Wondering how and/or where to obtain an autism diagnosis or assessment in Indiana? The folks at the Indiana Resource Center for Autism has recently updated their article on the topic. The article discusses relevant issues related to obtaining a diagnosis and offers an extensive list of resources within Indiana and some even in surrounding states.

To read the article and view the list, please visit:
https://www.iidc.indiana.edu/pages/how-and-where-to-obtain-a-diagnosis-assessment-in-indiana

Critical Components of Early Intervention for Children with ASD

A new article has been published by staff at the Indiana Resource Center for Autism that highlights critical components of early interventions for young children on the autism spectrum. The article discusses some early milestones and offers recommendations for when and how interventions should be used.

To read the entire article, please visit:
https://www.iidc.indiana.edu/pages/critical-components-of-early-intervention-for-children-with-asd

Adapting aquatic recreation for kids with disabilities

In an article from the IU Newsroom, six scuba instructors at Indiana University recently brought the experience of scuba diving to campers with disabilities at Bradford Woods. Faculty at IU's School of Public Health worked with Bradford Woods staff to make the nearly two year-long dream a reality.

According to the article, "[t]he scuba training was offered for four camps this summer. Instructors adapted the course for nearly 100 individuals with craniofacial anomalies, such as cleft lip and palate; cancer; sickle cell anemia and other blood disorders; and various physical disabilities."

Visit the IU Newsroom to read the entire article:
https://news.iu.edu/stories/2017/08/iub/inside/03-adaptive-scuba-camps.html

For Parents: Preparing for the School Year

It's only July, but before you know it, the new school year will be upon us. The director of the Indiana Resource Center for Autism has published an article that will help parents begin preparing for that event. To find information, suggestions, and tips on starting the school year off right, please visit:

https://www.iidc.indiana.edu/pages/for-parents-preparing-for-the-school-year

Sleep Patterns in Children with Autism

Staff at the Indiana Resource Center for Autism have published an article with suggestions for helping your child on the autism spectrum to establish healthy sleep patterns. Beyond any medical issues that may be happening, the article addresses some environmental factors that may cause disrupted sleep and offers suggestions for bedtime routines.

To read the entire article, please visit:
https://www.iidc.indiana.edu/pages/good-night-sleep-tight-and-don-rsquo-t-let-the-bed-bugs-bite

Looking for a qualified ABA provider?

The folks at the Indiana Resource Center for Autism have published an article to help parents when looking for a qualified ABA provider and another article on tips for choosing one. Written in collaboration with other professionals across the state, the articles offer sound advice to those who may be overwhelmed with the task.

The first article, What to Consider When Looking for an ABA Provider, offers guidance on criteria to consider:
https://www.iidc.indiana.edu/pages/what-to-consider-when-looking-for-a-qualified-aba-provider

The second article, Tips for Choosing a Provider for Applied Behavior Analysis, offers quick tips or "first steps" in choosing the provider that's right for your family:
https://www.iidc.indiana.edu/pages/tips-for-choosing-a-provider-for-applied-behavior-analysis-aba