In this episode, we talk to autistic adults and family members about their experiences. We also hear from advocates about resources and explore innovative research happening in Middle Tennessee.
This Nashville Hospital Is Offering ‘Sensory-Friendly’ Rooms For Kids On Autism Spectrum
Listen TriStar Centennial is trying to be more accommodating for kids on the autism spectrum. It’s part of a national trend in children’s hospitals to be more ‘sensory-friendly’ given the increasing prevalence of spectrum disorders.
First Count Shows Lower Autism Prevalence In Nashville Area Than National Average
The Nashville area has its first local data on the prevalence of autism spectrum disorders. And the numbers are slightly lower than the national figure, which jumped up this year.
Could Telemedicine Work For Autism Therapy? Vanderbilt Experiments
Listen Ask someone who has a child diagnosed with autism about wait times for lining up services, and they measure in months. The backup is only expected to build as the number of children on the autism spectrum balloons. Vanderbilt is now trying out a stopgap to squeeze in more kids — telemedicine.
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