Why Addressing Comorbidities Should Be the First Step in Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Care
No human being can reach their potential without basic health and wellness.
After an autism diagnosis, most families are encouraged to pursue therapy. While there are a range of therapies that can be highly effective, it is important to acknowledge, early on, that autistic people often experience a range of underlying comorbid health conditions. Many of these conditions are not only treatable, but also necessary to address for therapy to have its intended impact and to enhance overall quality of life.
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Introducing the Autism Knowledge Gateway: Access to Peer-Reviewed Medical Research for Better Autism Care
"If you have met one person with autism, you have met one person with autism."
– Dr. Stephen Shore, autistic professor of special education, Adelphi University
The wisdom of this quote has become a popular way to describe the unique and varied characteristics of those with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). This principle also underscores the complex and highly individualized medical profiles of autistic individuals—95% of whom experience at least one comorbid medical condition. Inspired by this understanding, the Thought Leadership & Innovation Foundation (TLI) created the Autism Knowledge Gateway (AKG), an AI-powered platform designed to connect families, clinicians and researchers with vital insights to advance autism care.
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Autism Knowledge Gateway: A Trusted Source for Autism Research and Resources
Navigating the world of autism resources can feel like an endless journey through conflicting information and overwhelming ads. Thankfully, a new initiative from the Thought Leadership & Innovation Foundation (TLI) is set to change that. In a recent Autism Digest interview, Shawn Murphy, vice president, TLI shared details about the Autism Knowledge Gateway, a groundbreaking platform that will offer easy access to reliable, research-backed autism information for everyone in the autism community.
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Fostering Progress and Hope: TLI Engages with National Leaders at 2024 National TACA Autism Conference
Drawing over 1,100 attendees, this year’s National TACA Autism Conference, October 17-20, 2024, in Costa Mesa, CA provided the Thought Leadership & Innovation Foundation (TLI) team with extensive opportunities to further our commitment: advancing knowledge and empowering families affected by autism. Throughout the event, we interacted with parents, caregivers, physicians and service providers, exchanging new ideas and gathering perspectives that continue to fuel our spirit of collaboration, community and progress.
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