A new diagnosis of autism can be overwhelming and we are here to help. This free workshop is for parents, grandparents, and caregivers of children who have recently received a diagnosis of autism.
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Next Steps Workshop – Virtual
A new diagnosis of autism can be overwhelming and we are here to help. This free workshop is for parents, grandparents, and caregivers of children who have recently received a diagnosis of autism.
Making Sense of Autism Studies: Research Literacy Tips
In a world overflowing with headlines, health trends, and social media advice, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed by scientific claims, especially those related to autism. You might see a flashy news story touting a “breakthrough” therapy, or come across a study on Facebook that sounds too good—or too alarming—to be true.
Autism & Vaccines: Separating Fact from Fiction
Vaccination remains one of the most effective public health interventions in modern medicine, yet persistent misinformation continues to link vaccines with autism spectrum disorder. As a multidisciplinary autism and neurodevelopmental center dedicated to evidence-based care and research, we believe it is crucial to address these misconceptions and reaffirm the overwhelming scientific consensus: vaccines do not cause autism.
April Events Calendar
April is World Autism Month and the Thompson Center has lots of events planned to celebrate! Keep track of all of our World Autism Month activities for patients, families, andContinue reading “April Events Calendar”
20th Anniversary Coloring Pages: Download & Print Now!
Join us in celebrating the 20th anniversary of the Thompson Center with these special coloring pages! Share your artwork with us by posting a photo on social media and taggingContinue reading “20th Anniversary Coloring Pages: Download & Print Now!”
2024 Year In Review
Take a look back on all of the amazing things our team has accomplished and celebrated together this year!
Driving Innovation Through Multisite Studies
Let’s take a closer look at some of the impactful multisite studies happening at the Thompson Center.
Researcher Spotlight: Dr. Kerri Nowell
Kerri Nowell, Ph.D., joined the Thompson Center health psychology team as a postdoctoral fellow in 2016. Dr. Nowell stayed on as a faculty member after the completion of her training and became the Director of Health Professions at the Thompson Center in May. She is an Associate Clinical Professor in the Department of Health Psychology in the University of Missouri College of Health Sciences. Dr. Nowell is the principal investigator on the EarliTec and SPARK studies at the Thompson Center.
Lauren Sapp Named 2024 Thompson Center Top PIQ
Lauren Sapp (right) with her nominator, Thompson Center Health Professions Director Dr. Kerri Nowell Congratulations to Lauren Sapp, the Thompson Center’s 2024 Top PIQ Award recipient! This annual award honorsContinue reading “Lauren Sapp Named 2024 Thompson Center Top PIQ”