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Site: PAAutism
Advocacy Information for Parents and Caregivers
Advocacy information for parents and caregivers of individuals with autism.
Read moreAn Electrocardiogram (EKG) Test
This resource provides information about what to expect when you need to have an EKG done at a doctor's office.
Read moreAn Electroencephalogram (EEG) Test
This resource provides information about what to expect when you get an electroencephalogram (EEG) at a doctor's office.
Read moreApplied Behavior Analysis (ABA) Resource Collection
This collection of resources provides information on Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) including: an introduction to ABA, how you can tell if your child is receiving ABA services, what to consider when choosing a provider, information on insurance coverage for ABA services and more.
Read moreASERT Statement on the White House Announcement about Autism
The recent claims suggesting that the use of Tylenol (acetaminophen) during pregnancy causes autism and that leucovorin (folinic acid) is a helpful treatment for autism are not supported by scientific evidence. Unproven claims such as these can cause harm to individuals with autism and their families and communities.
Read moreAttending a Movie
This resource provides information on what to expect when you go to a movie theater to watch a movie.
Read moreAugmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC)
This collection of resources provides information about what Augmentative and Alternative Communications are, how to model them, ways to foster them.
Read moreAutism Advocacy Organizations
This resource provides a list of some of the national and Pennsylvania-specific organizations that provide information and advocacy, as well as a list of resources with general information on advocacy.
Read moreAutism Identification Cards
This resource explains what Autism Identification cards are and how generate one yourself. It also contains links to the Pennsylvania State Police Safety Resource Pages.
Read moreAutism Safety Tips in a Healthcare Setting
As the number of Pennsylvanians diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) continues to grow, healthcare facilities are seeing an increase in the number of these individuals seeking care. Negative interactions with the healthcare system and concerns about the quality of care provided to this population have been reported by individuals with ASD, their families and healthcare providers. The Pennsylvania Patient Safety Authority received 138 event reports involving patients with ASD from July 2004 through August 2014. Thirteen of the events were Serious Events and caused harm to the patient. Analysis of event report narratives revealed 12 patient safety concern themes involving patients with ASD. Know what you can do as an ASD patient or family member to improve care while using the healthcare system.
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