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‘This is my dream’: Westminster man impresses as rock band frontman while living with Asperger’s syndrome

For 25-year-old Jack Gurecki, the singer and frontman for the rock band Ignite the Fire, the social landscape can sometimes be a minefield. After a performance, the Westminster resident must…

NCSA Letter to IACC: Stop Sanitizing Autism

“The IACC was intended to encompass the representation of the entire population disabled by autism to tackle the serious national crisis engulfing our families and communities, but the unbalanced slate…

Human Trafficking is a Public Health Issue

Recognizing January as National Human Traffic Prevention Month, this blog is the first in a series about the intersectionality of human trafficking with health, education, and financial stability. Human trafficking –…

autism rates soar in Illinois
Understanding the Rise in Autism Rates

In recent years, there has been a significant increase in the prevalence of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) diagnoses. According to reports from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC),…

telehealth and autism
Telehealth and ABA Services: Bridging the Gap in Underserved Communities

As autism diagnoses continue to rise, the demand for applied behavioral analysis (ABA) services has increased, particularly in underserved communities. Telehealth is becoming increasingly popular to bridge the access gap…

What Parents Should Know
ABA Therapy Activities: What Parents Should Know

Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy is a type of therapy that is used to address the pervasive symptoms of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) that affect everyday life. It is a…

Unlocking the Benefits of In-Home ABA Therapy
Unlocking the Benefits of In-Home ABA Therapy

Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy has been recognized as an effective treatment for children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and, in fact, the gold standard for many practitioners. In recent…

A Non-Profit Organization Helping Families Impacted by Autism in Chicago
The Answer Inc: A Non-Profit Organization Helping Families Impacted by Autism in Chicago

In Chicago, several organizations are dedicated to increasing autism awareness and improving the quality of life for those affected by autism spectrum disorder (ASD). One such organization is The Answer…