My second blog, in a series of four, covering the categories discussed during the Autism Speaks Investment Conference, will focus on Diagnostics and Enabling Technologies. Not only is this topic relevant due to new developments and research, but just yesterday the CDC released a new study showing the incidence rates of autism have shifted from 1 in 88 to 1 in 50. The message here, so eloquently stated by our dear friend, Kevin Custer, is this: The rate of autism is growing. The issue is becoming more important. The need for products and services continues to grow. This new study brings even more emphasis to the growing need for finding ways to work together to accommodate the needs of individuals on the autism spectrum…no matter who they are, how they learn or how they communicate. The idea of inclusion in the classroom is catching on in more schools, which is positive news. It’s not acceptable to make assumptions about, or mention a diagnosis of, autism unless it’s relevant and properly sourced. In fact, the Associated Press Stylebook now provides guidance for reporters on how to write about conditions like autism. This is a huge step for communicators – the AP [...]
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