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| TRIAD’s Toddler Topics • Spring 2018 |
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| TRIAD Early Intervention Newsletter |
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April is Autism Awareness Month. So, we thought we would use the opportunity to share a few facts about autism spectrum disorder (ASD) as well as clarify a few myths. Test your knowledge below. |
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Fact or Myth
- People with ASD communicate.
- People with ASD don’t want social interaction.
- People can be diagnosed with ASD at any age.
- People with ASD have restricted interests and/or repetitive patterns of behavior.
- People with ASD have an intellectual disability.
- People with ASD have deficits in social communication.
- Individuals with ASD do not like hugs or affections.
- Individuals with ASD prefer to be alone.
- A child with ASD who is verbal may have trouble with receptive language skills.
- People with ASD have limited ability to emotionally connect.
- There may be some comorbid conditions associated with ASD.
- Some people with ASD can lead independent lives.
View Answers.
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For additional information on ASD, visit our online learning platform at
vkclearning.org
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In the News: |
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We’re excited to announce the recent publication of our study on the effectiveness of telemedicine for autism evaluations.
“Researchers at Vanderbilt University Medical Center (VUMC) have found that autism spectrum disorder (ASD) can be accurately diagnosed in young children via remote, telemedicine assessments, a method that could significantly increase access and reduce wait times for autism services.” -VUMC Reporter
To read more, follow the link below: vkc.vumc.org/news/3744
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Upcoming Events: |
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For additional information and registration, visit
triad.vumc.org/ce
or
triad.vumc.org/ffp
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We hope to see you next month at the annual Building Best Practices Conference! We will be there to provide updates on our services as well as some helpful tools and tips for addressing common concerns for young children with ASD.
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