Findings could have future implications for precision medicine, lead to individualized treatments As a clinician at the University of Missouri Thompson Center for Autism and Neurodevelopmental Disorders, David Beversdorf helpsContinue reading “MU Scientist Links Epigenetic Biomarkers to Gastrointestinal Issues for Kids with Autism”
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Name Change: Thompson Center for Autism and Neurodevelopment
We are pleased to announce that the Thompson Center for Autism and Neurodevelopmental Disorders has changed its name to the Thompson Center for Autism and Neurodevelopment. This name change alignsContinue reading “Name Change: Thompson Center for Autism and Neurodevelopment”
STRIVE Staff Receive Access Mizzou Award
Cortney Fish and Jaclyn Benigno were awarded the Lee Henson Access Mizzou Award on September 28 for their work on the Thompson Center’s STRIVE program. Self-Determined Transition Readiness Through IndividualContinue reading “STRIVE Staff Receive Access Mizzou Award”
Lending a Hand
Walking through the lobby, halls and rooms of the Thompson Center clinic, it’s clear that the space was designed intentionally to create a calming yet creative environment for patients andContinue reading “Lending a Hand”
Independence in Young Adults with Autism
As adolescents with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) transition to adulthood, many questions arise about how prepared they are and want to be to take on adult responsibilities. One important aspectContinue reading “Independence in Young Adults with Autism”
Finding a Better Way: Meet Dr. Wesley Dotson
“There has got to be a better way.” It was a thought that went through Wesley Dotson’s head many times during his early years as a special educator. Hired outContinue reading “Finding a Better Way: Meet Dr. Wesley Dotson”
The Center of Inclusion
Fostering an environment of respect and inclusion has never been more important in our society than it is right now. The Thompson Center is committed to fostering such an environment,Continue reading “The Center of Inclusion”
Social learning during social distancing
During the COVID-19 pandemic, families around the world are looking for ways to help further their children’s education. This process can be especially stressful for families with children with autismContinue reading “Social learning during social distancing”
WISC Away the Time
For decades, neuropsychologists have used the Wechsler Intelligence Scale for Children (WISC) test as the gold-standard IQ test to determine the intellectual abilities of children with special needs. However, thisContinue reading “WISC Away the Time”
Hiding in Plain Sight
At its roots, autism is a social communication disorder, which often makes it difficult for people with ASD to communicate with others and function appropriately in social situations. To combatContinue reading “Hiding in Plain Sight”