How many desire seeing people on the autism spectrum master autonomy as adults? Transition and adulthood combined are a tall task for many people. Many folks on the autism spectrum have struggled with mastering autonomy through the Transition into Adulthood. Mr. Durany will share about his experiences mastering autonomy through the Transition into Adulthood. He will breakdown what it takes to master autonomy through various phases of adulthood.
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Next Steps Workshop
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.
Building Social Connections with Hayley and Matthew Leach Webinar
Join us for a discussion on effective strategies for building and maintaining meaningful social connections in both college and the workplace. Gain insights on fostering relationships, navigating social dynamics, and finding supportive communities. Hayley and Matthew will share their experiences with social groups and communities they have found supportive.
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”
New Insights from Infant Cry Study
The Early Years Study is a project that analyzes audio recordings of infant cries to discover new ways to identify early signs of autism and developmental disabilities. The Thompson Center joined this study in late 2022 and so far has collected over 1,200 unique infant cry recordings.
Trainee Spotlight: Braden Hayse
Braden Hayse joined the Thompson Center in 2018 as a psychometrist and a graduate research assistant and practicum student in 2020. Braden’s research area of interest is primarily surrounding sleep in individuals with neurodevelopmental disorders or rare diseases. He is particularly interested in mechanisms of common sleep difficulties, the impact of sleep problems on factors related to quality of life, and usefulness of sleep treatments in different populations.