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The State of Autism in Washington
View a video clip of recent testimony by autism experts for the Washington House of Representatives Health and Human Services Committee. Discussion centered around complex obstacles to services for Washington children and adults with autism, and the need for legislative action and policy change. |
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Effective Programs for Treating Autism Spectrum Disorder
Applied Behavior Analysis Models
Written by Betty Fry Williams and Randy Lee Williams, published July 2010 - purchase here
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Top News
Study Provides New Insights into the Implications of Autism Onset Patterns
07/07/2010
Study finds that children with early developmental warning signs may actually be at lower risk for poor outcomes than children with less delayed early development who experience a loss or plateau in skills.
Public Input to DSM-V
06/24/2010
The fifth edition of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Disorders is ready to be field-tested after an unprecedented call for public comment that drew about 8,600 responses from health professionals, patients, professional societies and researchers during a 2½ month period
New Legislation Introduced in Washington State to Prevent Restraint & Seclusion in Schools
12/17/2009
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Be sure to view our event calendar to learn about local, state and national events and activities related to autism spectrum disorders. Northwest Autism Center events and activities are highlighted in blue.
Free Autism Screening
September 23rd & 24th
Please contact Holly Morgan, Easter Seals @1-800-678-5708, ext. 106 for an appointment (hosted by Northwest Autism Center - 25 W. 5th, Spokane, WA) Presented by University of Washington Autism Center & Easter Seals)
This pendant was specially designed for Northwest Autism Center by Jewelry Design Center of Spokane. Encircled in 14 Karat yellow gold, set with 26 diamonds with a carat total weight of .13ct., is a 14 Karat white gold highly polished puzzle piece. The puzzle piece is suitable for mounting a birthstone. For every autism pendant sold, Jewelry Design Center will donate $50 to Northwest Autism Center. To purchase your autism pendant contact:
Jewelry Design Center
821 N. Division Spokane
509.487.5905
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