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Empowering Families through Relationship Development Intervention: An Important Part of the Biopsychosocial Management of Autism Spectrum Disorders

Annals of Clinical Psychiatry, by Gutstein, SE, published in 2009, summarized Jun 15, 2010

Relationship development intervention (RDI) may be helpful as part of a larger autism treatment program.

The purpose of this article is to teach psychiatrists about RDI. RDI has been in use for ten years now and it is a major relationship-based tool for autism intervention. RDI consultants focus on family support and parent training. They also focus on helping any IQ weaknesses in the child. The author notes that while RDI has not been studied in outcome based research, the thought behind the therapy makes sense and therefore the therapy likely offers value to the child with autism and the family.

Objective and Subjective Quality of Life in Adults with Autism Spectrum Disorders in Southern Spain

Autism, by Saldana, D., Alvarez RM, Loboton S., Lopez AM, Moreno M., and Rojano M., published in 2009, summarized Sep 23, 2009

Adults with autism in Spain may require community-based resources and family support in order to have a better quality of life.

Researchers asked 74 adults with autism or Asperger's and their families about their quality of life. The adults were living in southern Spain, and were 18-40 years old. The researchers also asked about community-based services and social networks. The adults with autism were mostly low functioning. Most (64%) were getting only one therapy, while 16% were getting no services. Their social network was usually limited to close family members. For ratings of health, safety, productivity, and other measures, most families and adults felt that things could be better. The authors think that better services and social networks are needed in Spain for adults with autism.

Mom in the Philippines Stretches Her Budget to Help Two Sons with Autism

Feb 27, 2012

A Filipino mom had to use all her resources to support herself and two sons with autism. We've summarized a number of stories from Autism Philippines; this one is particularly touching, because not only did Elizabeth Udquin raise and educate her sons with autism, but she now helps other families overcome the odds of poverty and autism. First Udquin started by taking care of herself and using the free family support services at Autism Philippines; they showed her she was not alone in her struggles. She took on a part time job and made enough money to start a "mini clinic" at her home with objects that included a trampoline, a slide, and a ball pool. She would look at therapy centers and try to buy some of the same items she saw, such as jigsaw puzzles, and shape sorters. Once the boys were older, she got them to help her earn extra money and bring some outside activities into their lives. They helped her sell items in a storefront. Realizing that some parents could not afford to join Autism Philippines, she started a fundraiser with the "zero basura" business, which involves separating, packaging, and selling garbage items. Udquin explained that not only where many families poor, but autism has a social stigma that must be overcome.

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A Connecticut Boy with Asperger's Finds Success Through Wrestling and Family Support

Mar 31, 2009

Brandon Wise of Connecticut appears just like every other 10-year old in his community, but he has Asperger Syndrome. His mom and doctor report that the differences are subtle, "Blurting out the answer without raising his hand. Interrupting a conversation to offer his input. Not making eye contact when talking with someone. Focusing on his hand-held video game system instead of talking with friends on the bus or before wrestling practice." However, Brandon does well on his wrestling team - he's won a trophy - he does well in school and he's got friends who are learning to understand him.

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Occupational Therapist Hopes for New Preschool to Provide Daily Interventions for Children with Autism

Dec 31, 2008

Chris Porras, a Harlingen, Texas-based occupational therapist, hopes to get community support to open a preschool that would provide daily interventions for children with autism. In her occupational therapy (OT) work with Easter Seals, she is able to work with each child only a short time every week, but understands that children work best with daily treatments in sensory integration, motor skills, and progress tracking. The goal for the preschool would be to allow children to mainstream into elementary school. The preschool would also provide family support, education, and legal services.

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Sensory Swim Program Serves Entire Families of Children with Autism

Dec 10, 2008

The Sensory Swim Program is not about learning to swim, it is also about family support. Families and therapists are encouraged to join in the swim therapy with the children they care for. For the children with autism and other special needs, the pool water is about sensory integration, movement, and increased speech as they interact with other children in the pool. The Arc, Oneida-Lewis Chapter (New York) is the sponsor of this 8-week intervention.

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