SPARK is a large, online, national research initiative working to bring together a community of individuals with autism and their families. The primary goal of SPARK is to identify theContinue reading “A SPARK of Hope”
Category Archives: Research
2018 INSAR In Review
This spring, Thompson Center autism experts joined hundreds of the leading international autism research experts in Rotterdam, Netherlands at the 2018 International Society for Autism Research (INSAR) annual meeting. EveryContinue reading “2018 INSAR In Review”
Link Found between Neurotransmitter Imbalance, Brain Connectivity and Language Processing in Individuals with Autism
One in 59 children in the United States lives with a form of autism spectrum disorder, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The signs of autism beginContinue reading “Link Found between Neurotransmitter Imbalance, Brain Connectivity and Language Processing in Individuals with Autism”
Genetic targets for autism spectrum disorder identified by MU team
COLUMBIA, Mo. – Autism is a spectrum of closely related symptoms involving behavioral, social and cognitive deficits. Early detection of autism in children is key to producing the best outcomes;Continue reading “Genetic targets for autism spectrum disorder identified by MU team”
MU online curriculum helps children with autism develop better social skills
By Cailin Riley, MU News Bureau COLUMBIA, Mo. – One in 68 children in the United States has some form of Autism Spectrum Disorder, which impairs a child’s ability toContinue reading “MU online curriculum helps children with autism develop better social skills”
Researcher Spotlight: Dr. Janine Stichter
Who: Dr. Janine Stichter, professor of special education, MU College of Education Bio: Dr. Stichter grew up in Davenport, IA and received her education from the University of Iowa. Dr.Continue reading “Researcher Spotlight: Dr. Janine Stichter”
Sowing SEEDs of Knowledge
Identifying what factors create risks for autism, as well as protect against autism, is one of the most important goals in the field of autism research. The Thompson Center isContinue reading “Sowing SEEDs of Knowledge”
Researchers Developing Virtual Reality Platform to Teach Behavioral Intervention Skills
“Learning by doing,” also known as The Missouri Method, is a central educational pillar of the University of Missouri. Providing behavior analysis students hands-on working experiences with behavior therapy patientsContinue reading “Researchers Developing Virtual Reality Platform to Teach Behavioral Intervention Skills”
New Measure Helps Determine Health Independence Levels for Young Adults on the Spectrum
As adolescents with autism transition to adulthood, many questions arise about how prepared they are to take on adult responsibilities, such as driving, getting a job and living on theirContinue reading “New Measure Helps Determine Health Independence Levels for Young Adults on the Spectrum”
New Study Examines How Cats Might Help Families with Autism
Previous research at the Thompson Center has suggested that pets might help reduce anxiety and stress for children with autism. Dr. Gretchen Carlisle, a research scientist at the Research CenterContinue reading “New Study Examines How Cats Might Help Families with Autism”