Resources

Traffic Stop – What to Expect Social Story

These social stories were created by ASERT to describe the various aspects of a traffic stop and what to expect for individuals with autism.

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Transition Assessment and Goal Generator (TAGG)

Numerous studies demonstrated that the TAGG produces valid and reliable results. A grant from the U.S. Dept. of Education's National Center for Special Education Research supported TAGG development. It was created by the Zarrow Center for Learning Enrichment at the University of Oklahoma.

Transition Toolkit

A collection of transition toolkits across the life span, organized by time periods from infant through adulthood. This resource page was designed to allow you to find these toolkits in one place to help make the journey a little easier.

Transitioning Your Teen to Adulthood

While parents of teens with autism face many uncertainties as their teen grows and matures, one of their biggest concerns is how the teen will transition into adulthood. Good planning that starts early and is individualized can make a big difference. There are five keys to a successful transition.

Transporting Autistic Individuals

This resource is for drivers and aides to help them better understand autism and the needs of the autistic individuals they drive.

Trauma and Sleep Problems: Social Story

This resource visually explains how trauma can affect sleep.

Trauma-Informed and Resilience-Informed

This resources provides information about what it means to be "Trauma-Informed" and how that can influence how to interact with individuals in a caring compassionate way.

Understanding an IEP – Video Series

This video series consists of 8 videos, plus a live 'Ask an Expert' session with Todd Gorshe focused on understanding all that an IEP (Individualized Education Plan) entails. Video topics include procedural safeguards, medical assistance billing, transition services, modifications/SDIs, supports for school personnel and more.

Understanding Anesthesia Social Story

This resource provides information on what to expect when you are going under anesthetic.

Understanding Autism Evaluations

This resource, developed by ASERT, provides information for parents and families on the process of getting an autism evaluation, how to read and understand the evaluation report, as well as common assessment tools that may be included in the evaluation.

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Understanding Autism Spectrum Disorder: For Emergency Personnel

This resource was developed for emergency medical personnel to better understand individuals with autism and the additional supports they may need in emergency medical situations.

Understanding Credit Cards

A credit card is a way to pay for things by borrowing money from a credit card company. It is a way to buy something now but pay for it later.

Understanding Different Religions for Self-Advocates

This resource explains what religion is. It also describes five of the most common religions in the world.

Understanding Low Self-Esteem in Autistic Individuals (From a Clinician’s Perspective)

This resource explains reasons why individuals with autism commonly have low self-esteem and offers some behavioral and cognitive recommendations to improve self-esteem.

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Understanding My Autism Diagnosis

Understanding your autism diagnosis may take some time to process. You can take the time to learn more about autism, find support, and better understand yourself. A diagnosis can validate your lived experiences and open doors to new coping strategies and communities, while also teaching you self-compassion.