Resources

Simple Strategies Video Workshop: View Simple Strategies Video Workshop Learn about 10 Simple Strategies to help navigate Autism. These strategies are simple ones that make a huge difference in navigating Autism. Created by Dr. Diane Adreon. Travel Resources: Autism Friendly Cruises Royal Caribbean Autism Friendly Ships. Dr. Adreon is on their Autism Advisory Board. The MIAair Program (Airport Instruction and Readiness) provides helpful information to help prepare individuals with autism spectrum disorder for travel. Social Narratives (in English & Spanish) explain the sequence of events that take place when one travels by air. The Caregiver Information Packet and Airline Travel Checklist (in English & Spanish) also provide useful information for travelers. www.Miami-airport.com/miaair.asp Dr. Adreon was the lead autism consultant for this project.

The Wallet Card is a free tool to be used by a teenager or an adult with autism spectrum disorder for self-disclosure.  The Card helps individuals communicate clearly with law enforcement and includes information such as the person’s name, disability, emergency contact, and any specific triggers. Order a card at www.justdigit.org On the website, there is a video that explains how to use the Wallet Card and when to use the Wallet Card. The video also provides tips on how to safely interact with law enforcement and first responders. The Wallet Card is a project of The Disability Independence Group, Inc. that was designed in collaboration with The Coral Gables Police Department (CGPD) and the University of Miami-Nova Southeastern University Center for Autism and Related Disabilities (UM-NSU CARD). Dr. Adreon was the autism consultant for this project.

An Educator’s Guide to ASD (Level 1 Supports) Adreon, D. & Savage, M. (Editors;2018) https://researchautism.org/resources/an-educators-guide-to-asd-level-1-supports/ An Educator’s Guide to Asperger Syndrome: Organization for Autism Research. https://researchautism.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/An_Educators_Guide_to_Asperger_Syndrome.pdf

Articles by Dr. Adreon What are some adaptive skills for a young adult to gain independence? Science in Autism Treatment, 11(4), pp.17-19. https://www.asatonline.org/research-treatment/clinical-corner/gain-independence/ Life after high school, ten skills to teach your child. Autism Support Network. http://www.autismsupportnetwork.com/news/life-after-high-school-ten-skills-teach-your-child-autism-223421 Planning successful transitions. The OARacle. Organization for Autism Research Monthly E-Newsletter. https://researchautism.org/planning-successful-transitions/ Transition to middle and high school: Increasing the success of students with Asperger Syndrome. (Adreon & Durocher) Intervention in School & Clinic. http://journals.sagepub.com/doi/abs/10.1177/105345120103600502 Evaluating the college transition needs of individuals with high-functioning autism spectrum disorders. (Adreon & Durocher) Intervention in School & Clinic. http://journals.sagepub.com/doi/abs/10.1177/10534512070420050201 Ten tips for helping your child with Asperger Syndrome get ready to return to school. https://www.scribd.com/document/220175563/Ten-Tips-for-Helping-Your-Child-With-Asperger-Syndrome Teaching organizational skills. www.autismsupportnetwork.com/news/teaching-organizational-skills Teaching independent living skills. http://www.autismsupportnetwork.com/news/autism-teaching-independent-living-skills-887612

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