by Ferocious Media | Mar 21, 2023 | Autism in the News
We are proud to once again be presenting at the AANE virtual conference on Navigating the Public Roadmap for Autistic Adults on March 26th. Please use the following link to sign up! AANE’s 2023 Virtual Jody Acford Conference, 3/25 + 3/26 (Livestreamed +...
by Ferocious Media | Jul 30, 2019 | Autism in the News
In 1994, Asperger’s Syndrome was added to the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM) and for years, those with “high functioning autism” were diagnosed with Asperger’s. But in May 2013, Asperger’s Syndrome was officially removed from the DSM....
by Ferocious Media | Apr 25, 2019 | Autism in the News
In one of our earlier blogs from this month, we discussed ways you can support the autism community throughout Autism Awareness Month. And from what we saw on social media and from new outlets, it looks like many of you didn’t disappoint! But all too often, May 1,...
by Ferocious Media | Dec 19, 2018 | Autism in the News, Uncategorized
“It’s the most wonderful time of the year” is something we hear often around the holidays — and for good reason. For many of us, the holidays are a magical time filled with family, food, fun decorations, and gifts. However, for those on the autism spectrum, it can be...
by Ferocious Media | Nov 28, 2018 | Autism in the News, Employment, Financial Planning/ Budgeting
Despite many positive changes, underemployment remains high among adults on the autism spectrum. According to the National Autism Indicators report, only 14% of adults with autism had paid jobs within their community. A major reason why employers are so skeptical to...
by Ferocious Media | Oct 17, 2018 | Autism in the News
“Should I pursue an autism diagnosis?” — as information about the developmental disorder becomes more widespread, this is a question more and more people are asking after noticing atypical behavior in themselves or their children. While there are certainly a few...
