HANDS in Autism

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HANDS in Autism has emerged as a state-wide training and resource center making a significant impact in the lives of individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and other special needs as well as their families and caregivers. The evidence-based behavioral and educational practices at the core of the HANDS curriculum have had noted feasibility and practicality to providers and other stakeholders across settings (educational, medical/clinical, home/community). In addition, though the focus and expertise of HANDS is well recognized in ASD and related disabilities, consumers also appreciate that the same behavioral and educational principles and practices are relevant and useful to a wide range of individuals across functioning levels and the lifespan.

The mission of HANDS in Autism is to provide unique learning opportunities designed to improve understanding of the process and ability of working with individuals with ASD and a range of other developmental and behavioral challenges through hands-on and coaching experiences and building bridges of information, resources and collaboration across family, educational, medical and community systems.

For more information, please visit https://handsinautism.iupui.edu.

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    Exploring Autism Knowledge and Provider Experience: Implications for Diagnosis, Treatment, and Training
    (2023-03-27) Swiezy , Naomi B.; Neal, Tiffany J.; Somasundaram, Manasi; Gandhi, Siddhi N.; Uppalapati, Yashaswini; Gottipati, Mounika
    The Autism Knowledge survey allows for the assessment of knowledge disparities arising from diverse backgrounds, identifying barriers to mutual understanding, and highlighting groups that require specialized training in autism spectrum disorder (ASD) related areas. By assessing knowledge across subdomains such as diagnosis, etiology, and intervention, the AKS aims to enhance people's understanding of ASD. The research emphasizes the significance of accurate ASD knowledge in care provision and could promise to transform diagnosis, treatment, and training within the ASD field. Through rigorous psychometric validation and statistical analyses, this study offers insights that contribute to improving the quality of life for individuals with ASD.