
About the Dan Marino Foundation
Since 1992, working to improve the lives of people with autism and other special needs.
Learn MoreSince 1992, working to improve the lives of people with autism and other special needs.
Learn MoreAn exciting post-secondary educational opportunity for young adults with autism and other developmental disabilities, ages 18-28.
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Last Updated: February 13th, 2012
Asperger syndrome (AS) is considered a pervasive developmental disorder at the higher functioning end of the autism spectrum. It is characterized by sustained impairment in social interaction and t...
Read MoreAutism is a lifelong neurological disability that affects a person’s ability to communicate, understand language, play and socially interact with others. The first signs of autism usually app...
Read MoreApplied behavior analysis refers to the direct application of the principles of behavior modification in natural environments such as home, school, and community. ABA uses behavioral principles to ...
Read MoreFunctional Behavior Assessment refers to a process for identifying the relationship between the behavior and the events that occur before, during and after a behavior. Behaviors are examined in ter...
Read MoreTreatment and educational needs for individuals with PDDNOS include but are not limited to: An early and accurate diagnosis, which improves a child’s chances of reaching his or her full po...
Read MoreCurrent estimates are that 3 to 4 per 1,000 individuals may have PDD-NOS. PDD-NOS often occurs with some degree of cognitive impairment. Source: Center for Autism & Related Disabilities (CARD)
Read MoreThe causes of PDD-NOS are still unknown. There is a strong belief in the medical community that that the disability’s origin is genetic and/or biological and affects brain function, but speci...
Read MoreNo two individuals diagnosed with PDD-NOS are exactly alike. However, many individuals with PDD-NOS have some characteristics in common, such as: Deficits in social behavior Uneven skill ...
Read MorePositive Behavior Support (PBS) is a broad approach for resolving problem behaviors that are displayed by people with disabilities. The behavior support plan should include a number of components:...
Read MoreThe process of Positive Behavior Support (PBS) begins with the identification of a support team, which consists of the most relevant individuals in the person’s life. The team may include fam...
Read MoreThe process of positive behavior support (PBS) begins with the identification of a support team, which consists of the most relevant individuals in the person’s life. The team may include fam...
Read MorePositive Behavior Support (PBS) is a broad approach for resolving problem behaviors that are displayed by people with disabilities. Problem behaviors may include: (1) self-injury, aggression, and ...
Read MoreNo two people with Asperger syndrome are identical. Treatment and educational interventions should be individualized to suit the needs of the person. Supports and interventions may include: Teac...
Read MoreMany individuals with AS want to develop friendships and interact with their peers, but lack the ability to understand and use rules governing social behavior. They have difficulty using and interp...
Read MoreUnlike most people with autism, individuals with Asperger syndrome experience no delay in the onset of speech. In fact, their speech tends to be formal, pedantic and long-winded. Persons with AS of...
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