By Adrienne Cornwall COLUMBIA, Mo. (Aug. 31, 2015) — After seven years as medical director of the Thompson Center for Autism and Neurodevelopmental Disorders at University of Missouri, pediatricianContinue reading “Sohl to hand off medical director duties to expand autism care network”
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Tiger Pals program connects kids, builds social skills
By Adrienne Cornwall COLUMBIA, Mo. (Aug. 21, 2015) – For many families, summer break offers a chance to get out of town. At the Thompson Center, a group of kidsContinue reading “Tiger Pals program connects kids, builds social skills”
Families enjoy games and treats at Family Fun Fair to support MU autism center
By Adrienne Cornwall COLUMBIA, Mo. (July 31, 2015) – In the final weeks before back-to-school arrives in Columbia, families took the opportunity to enjoy one last day of outdoor summerContinue reading “Families enjoy games and treats at Family Fun Fair to support MU autism center”
Thompson Center welcomes new child psychologist to faculty
By Adrienne Cornwall Pediatric neuropsychologist Dr. Michael Mohrland recently joined the Thompson Center for Autism and Neurodevelopmental Disorders as a clinical provider and faculty member in the University of Missouri’sContinue reading “Thompson Center welcomes new child psychologist to faculty”
Thompson Center hosts Autism Awareness Month activities throughout the community
Autism Awareness Month in April is always a busy time of year in the autism community. The Thompson Center participated in and hosted a number of events throughout the monthContinue reading “Thompson Center hosts Autism Awareness Month activities throughout the community”
Thompson Center health professions faculty grows
Health professions faculty at the Thompson Center expanded last fall as the center welcomed two new providers from the Assessment and Consultation Clinic, which was formerly a clinical service inContinue reading “Thompson Center health professions faculty grows”
A World of Good
As the center’s expertise is sought by more centers and specialists in the autism field, the reach of Dr. Stephen Kanne’s training takes him to new communities across the U.S.Continue reading “A World of Good”
Sharing knowledge about autism takes a TEAM approach
By Adrienne Cornwall When they joined the Thompson Center from the Columbia Public Schools in 2014, Jena Randolph and Karen O’Connor wasted no time in dreaming big about sharing autismContinue reading “Sharing knowledge about autism takes a TEAM approach”
Vacation and Travel Tips for Families with Special Needs
By Adrienne Cornwall COLUMBIA, Mo. (July 1, 2015) — Summer is prime-time for families with children to take advantage of the school break for vacation. While many families do someContinue reading “Vacation and Travel Tips for Families with Special Needs”
4 Summer Activity Ideas for Kids with Special Needs
COLUMBIA, Mo. (July 1, 2015) — Have you hit the summer doldrums? Try incorporating these activities into your summer routine. 1. Get Outside! Plenty of outside time helps head off behaviorContinue reading “4 Summer Activity Ideas for Kids with Special Needs”