Linking Theories to Practice

The Indiana Resource Center for Autism has published an article discussing some of the theories that researchers have developed regarding autism spectrum disorders. Here is a snippet:

"The variation of cognitive impairments in individuals with an autism spectrum disorder (ASD) presents a challenge for developing unifying theories of the core weakness. Over the past twenty years, researchers in psychology have attempted to develop unifying theories of the central deficit present in individuals with ASD. While research into these areas is common, no one theory can truly explain all of the behaviors exhibited by any particular individual with ASD. However, teachers, parents, and individuals on the spectrum may find that viewing strengths and challenges through any one of these lenses provides some insight into appropriate interventions."

Want to read the entire article? Please visit:
http://www.iidc.indiana.edu/pages/linking-theories-to-practice

Library Closed this Friday

Due to a staff training, the CeDIR Library will be closed this Friday, October 2nd. We will re-open on Monday, October 5th at 8:00 a.m.

Asperger Experts

Asperger Experts is an organization co-founded in 2012 by two young men with Asperger's, Danny Raede, and Hayden Mears. They created their business to offer information and support to families and professionals working with individuals on the autism spectrum. Danny and Hayden provide DVDs, audio courses, webinars, coaching sessions and videos to share their first-hand knowledge of what works for people with Asperger's.

Want to learn more about them? Please visit:
http://www.aspergerexperts.com/

Mobile App Monday - Following Directions

Looking for an app to help users with following directions? Following Directions from I Can Do Apps is ideal for parents, teachers, therapists and individuals with auditory processing disorders, receptive language disorders, cognitive-linguistic disorders or attention and focus disorders.

Want to learn more about it? Please visit:
https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/id722392303

When Miles Got Mad

When Miles Got Mad will help young children learn to recognize feelings of anger and learn to control them. When Miles' younger brother Max breaks one of his toys, Miles gets mad! But a glimpse into a mirror shows Miles not a reflection of himself but a fuzzy red monster. The monster talks Miles through his anger and helps him calm down.

Want to check it out? Email us at cedir@indiana.edu or use worldcat.org to find it in a library near you.

Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule 2nd Edition Workshop (ADOS-2)

This workshop will provide a unique opportunity to learn directly from a co-author of the ADOS-2. The five modules of the ADOS-2 will be outlined. Included will be video demonstrations of administration of some of the modules. There will be an opportunity to practice and discuss the scoring criteria. The clinical use of the ADOS-2 will also be discussed.

Date: May 4 and 5, 2016

Location: Lawrence Education Community Center, 6501 Sunnyside Road, Indianapolis, IN 46236

Cost: $380

For more information and to register for this two day workshop, please visit:
http://www.iidc.indiana.edu/index.php?pageId=3619

Looking for an ABA Provider?

Need information to help guide your decision-making process when choosing a provider for ABA therapy?  For a better understanding of what ABA is (and what it is not) and how to investigate providers or centers, the Indiana Resource Center for Autism, in collaboration with others, has put together an article that will address this topic.

To read the full article, please visit:
http://www.iidc.indiana.edu/styles/iidc/defiles/irca/abaproviders2014.pdf