Winter 2009/10

• About Autism Spectrum Quarterly

  Autism Spectrum Quarterly is an outstanding and highly unique international publication that represents a new genre in the field of autism spectrum disorders (ASD). As the one and only MAGAJOURNAL®, ASQ’s mission is to serve as the information leader and bridge between the research and general autism communities. Its aim is to bring its readers the high-interest articles they want AND the reader-friendly, cutting-edge science news they need. To accomplish this, ASQ brings together outstanding researchers, well-respected professionals, exceptional parents, and highly articulate individuals with ASD. With its well-respected and extraordinarily knowledgeable editors and its world-renowned advisory board, ASQ is your one-stop, gold-standard resource to keep family members, professionals, and people on the spectrum up-to-date and on the same page!

 

 

• Departments From the Editor’s Desk Straight Talk About Autism The Primacy of Trust: Part two of a two-part article By Barry M. Prizant, Ph.D., CCC-SLP, Michael John Carley Synopsis: Dr. Prizant and co-author, Michael John Carley, conclude this two-part series with positive steps that can be taken to facilitate the development of trust with individuals on the autism spectrum. Special Edition of Tips for the Holiday Season Tips to Make the Holidays More Enjoyable By Jennifer Twachtman-Reilly, M.S., CCC-SLP, Patrecia Zebrowski, M.S., O.T.R./L Synopsis: Speech-Language pathologist Jennifer Twachtman-Reilly teams up with occupational therapist, Patrecia Zebrowski to bring you great, easy-to-implement tips to make the holidays more enjoyable.  To read this entire column You too?! Common Stories from an Uncommon Parent Doctor, Lawyer, and Computer Chief: Perspectives from the Uncles By Alyson Beytien Synopsis: Alyson always wondered how her sons’ autism impacted her extended family, so she asked her three brothers, and they had some interesting things to say. The World According to Teddy Bears Factory Produced Faces By Brendan Keeley Synopsis: A brand new feature—an original cartoon designed especially for ASQ by Brendan Keeley, a young UK cartoonist and illustrator with Asperger’s syndrome. To view the cartoon  Review Asperger Syndrome: After the Diagnosis By Jennifer Twachtman-Reilly, M.S., CCC-SLP Synopsis: Jennifer Twachtman-Reilly reviews a series of books that takes into account the perspectives of different audiences—mothers, fathers, grandparents, siblings, educators, and peers.  And there’s even one for the child with autism. Life Construction Ahead Life in the Social Fast Lane: Reading and Heeding Minds Part two of a two-part article By Teresa Bolick, Ph.D. Celebrations of Excellence and Originality An Interview with Dr. Stephen Shore By Liane Holliday Willey, Ed.D. Synopsis: Dr. Liane Holliday-Willey interviews Dr. Stephen Shore, one of the best known and most respected individuals on the autism spectrum.  Stephen lends his considerable expertise to the important topic of disclosure. The Cutting Edge Quality Indicators for Research By Diane Twachtman-Cullen, Ph.D., CCC-SLP Synopsis: This article contains information on an easy-to-apply, non-technical means for judging the merits of some research studies, and the relevance of their findings, for individuals with autism. It is intended for parents and professionals outside of the scientific community Research Newsdesk Synopsis: Researchers at the California Institute of Technology shed new light on the neural mechanisms involved in personal space, an important aspect of social behavior. And, in the first neuroimaging study examining motor execution in children with autism, Kennedy Krieger researchers uncover new insights into the neurological basis for autism. To read the entire column Research Briefs Synopsis: This issue features abstracts on recently-funded studies. One focuses on intervention for facilitating expressive language (Investigators: Connie Kasari, Ph.D., Ann Kaiser, Ph.D., and Rebecca Landa, Ph.D.). The other abstract addresses information processing and the capacity for understanding language in non-verbal children (Investigators: April Benasich, Ph.D. and Valerie Schafer, Ph.D.)	An Interview with Lorna Wing, M.D. By Diane Twachtman-Cullen, Ph.D., CCC-SLP In part two of this two-part interview, Dr. Wing shares her wisdom and insights. To read this entire interview
  	The Transporters: Animations to Teach Children with Autism to Recognise Emotions By Simon Baron-Cohen, Ph.D., Ofer Golan, Ph.D., Emma Ashwin, Ph.D. Three international researchers tackle the question of whether empathy can be taught by providing an ingenious way of teaching it—one that begins with emotional recognition.
  	“You Are My Strength on My Weakest Days” By Diane Twachtman-Cullen, Ph.D., CCC-SLP   First came the illness; then the autism diagnosis—an unforgettable and inspirational story of love, courage, and the triumph of the human spirit.
  	How the Way We View the Term High Functioning Impacts Our Priorities By Nancy Perry, Ph.D.   Dr. Nancy Perry takes a comprehensive look at how our view of the term high functioning impacts the intervention choices we make for individuals on the autism spectrum.
  	State-of-the-Art Visual Language Makes the Difference at Monarch Center for Autism By Debra Mandell, O.T.R./L., M.A., Melissa Baker, M.S. CCC-SLP, Terence Murphy, M.B.A.   You’ll read about the progress that two little girls have made at the school and the innovative software that takes visual supports to a new level.
  	Winner: ASQ’s “Kids on the Cover” Contest   And the winner is…
  	Great Resources for Families and Professionals   The editors of ASQ share some of the outstanding resources that have been featured in recent issues.
  	ASQ is THE MAGAJOURNAL® ASQ is described as "THE MAGAJOURNAL®" to underscore that it combines the readability and interest of a high-level magazine with the substance and depth of a professional journal. It is this combined focus that distinguishes ASQ from other publications of its type, and creates an important niche in the world of autism publications that has heretofore been lacking. Each issue features a line of research and commentary aimed at helping parents, teachers, and clinicians to translate this research into practice. Articles by, for, and about individuals with ASD A focus on families and family issues Book and product reviews and recommended resources Contributions by outstanding professionals in the ASD field Spotlight on best practices to highlight an educator, clinician, or paraprofessional support person whose work on behalf of those with ASD has been exemplary Tips and strategies to translate research into practice User-friendly, cutting-edge information from the world of research and so much more!. Our Winter issue will be mailed in Dec.

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