Autism Weekly

This week, we are joined by Dr. Ami Klin, the Director of the Marcus Autism Center and a leading expert in autism research. We will be discussing his groundbreaking work with Dr. Warren Jones, utilizing eye-tracking technology to visualize and measure social engagement in individuals with autism. Ami Klin, Ph.D. is the Georgia Research Alliance Eminent Scholar Professor and Chief of the Division of Autism and Developmental Disabilities at Emory University School of Medicine, and Director of the Marcus Autism Center at Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta. He obtained his Ph.D. from the University of London, and completed clinical and research post-doctoral fellowships at the Yale Child Study Center. He directed the Autism Program at the Yale Child Study Center, Yale University School of Medicine, until 2010, where he was the Harris Professor of Child Psychology & Psychiatry. The Marcus Autism Center is one of the largest centers of clinical care and science focused on autism and related conditions in the country. Dr. Klin’s primary research activities focus on social mind and social brain, and on developmental aspects of autism from infancy through adulthood. These studies include a longstanding collaboration with Dr. Warren Jones focused on novel science-based technologies developed and clinically validated to address limited access to high quality early diagnosis and assessment of autism. He is the author of over 250 publications in the field of autism and related conditions.  Download to learn more! ............................................................... Autism weekly is now found on all of the major listening apps including apple podcasts, google podcasts, stitcher, Spotify, amazon music, and more. Subscribe to be notified when we post a new podcast. Autism weekly is produced by ABS Kids. ABS Kids is proud to provide diagnostic assessments and ABA therapy to children with developmental delays like Autism Spectrum Disorder. You can learn more about ABS Kids and the Autism Weekly podcast by visiting abskids.com.  

Join us as we welcome Dr. Robert Melillo, a renowned specialist in childhood neurological disorders, to discuss groundbreaking approaches to autism, ADHD, dyslexia, and more. Creator of The Melillo Method™ and best-selling author of Disconnected Kids, Dr. Melillo shares insights on brain imbalances, functional disconnection, and how nutrition and lifestyle changes can transform lives. Discover how his innovative methods are empowering families worldwide and shaping the future of neurodevelopmental care. Download now! Resources    Visit his website to learn more! ............................................................... Autism weekly is now found on all of the major listening apps including apple podcasts, google podcasts, stitcher, Spotify, amazon music, and more. Subscribe to be notified when we post a new podcast. Autism weekly is produced by ABS Kids. ABS Kids is proud to provide diagnostic assessments and ABA therapy to children with developmental delays like Autism Spectrum Disorder. You can learn more about ABS Kids and the Autism Weekly podcast by visiting abskids.com.

This week, we are joined by Dr. Brett Ranon Nachman and Brad Cox to discuss Project PEACES, a nationwide study on autistic college student success. Dr. Nachman, an Assistant Professor at the University of Pittsburgh, and Brad Cox, an Associate Professor at Michigan State University and founder of the College Autism Network, share insights on supporting autistic students in higher education and fostering inclusive learning environments. Today we will be discussing their groundbreaking research and its implications for colleges and students alike. Download episode to learn more! Resources X: @DrBradCox Facebook: DrBradCox LinkedIn: DrBradCox  @drnachman on Instagram, Brett Nachman on LinkedIn, and @bnachmanreports on Twitter/X.  Postsecondary Education: Autistic Collegians’ Experiences of Success – College Autism Network ............................................................... Autism weekly is now found on all of the major listening apps including apple podcasts, google podcasts, stitcher, Spotify, amazon music, and more. Subscribe to be notified when we post a new podcast. Autism weekly is produced by ABS Kids. ABS Kids is proud to provide diagnostic assessments and ABA therapy to children with developmental delays like Autism Spectrum Disorder. You can learn more about ABS Kids and the Autism Weekly podcast by visiting abskids.com.

This week, we are joined by Dr. Elizabeth Laugeson, Clinical Professor at UCLA and founder of the UCLA PEERS Clinic, one of the world’s leading programs for social skills training for adolescents and adults with autism. Dr. Laugeson is an internationally recognized expert in the field, having developed evidence-based programs now used in over 150 countries. Today, we’ll be discussing how PEERS is transforming lives by teaching essential social skills. Download episode to learn more! Resources  PEERS | Semel Institute for Neuroscience and Human Behavior ............................................................... Autism weekly is now found on all of the major listening apps including apple podcasts, google podcasts, stitcher, Spotify, amazon music, and more. Subscribe to be notified when we post a new podcast. Autism weekly is produced by ABS Kids. ABS Kids is proud to provide diagnostic assessments and ABA therapy to children with developmental delays like Autism Spectrum Disorder. You can learn more about ABS Kids and the Autism Weekly podcast by visiting abskids.com.

This week, we are joined by Dr. Wendy J. Ross, the inaugural director of Jefferson’s Center for Autism and Neurodiversity. Dr. Ross shares her insights on making medical care more inclusive for autistic individuals, focusing on enhancing access and support through innovative programs. We will be discussing her pioneering initiatives, including the Autism Airport Inclusion Program and the importance of coordinating health, design, and community engagement. Download to listen to latest episode.  Resources  https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?partnerID=HzOxMe3b&scp=78650210816&origin=inward Autism & Neurodiversity | Jefferson Health Wendy J Ross MD | Jefferson Health ............................................................... Autism weekly is now found on all of the major listening apps including apple podcasts, google podcasts, stitcher, Spotify, amazon music, and more. Subscribe to be notified when we post a new podcast. Autism weekly is produced by ABS Kids. ABS Kids is proud to provide diagnostic assessments and ABA therapy to children with developmental delays like Autism Spectrum Disorder. You can learn more about ABS Kids and the Autism Weekly podcast by visiting abskids.com.