Is clinically significant recovery from autism really possible? While controversy persists, we believe that for some it is. While many families prefer to remain anonymous because they fear the stigma of having a child labeled autistic, or even as once having been autistic, some families are willing to share their recovery stories publicly. One of those stories is the story of Joe Mohs and his family.
Joe’s story covers the period from 1986, when, at just under two years of age, he was diagnosed with autism, to the present, when he is a typical young American adult with all the normal challenges and opportunities of modern life. Joe’s symptoms at intake were classic: no speech, no play skills, simple repetitive self-stimulatory behavior, walking on tiptoes, etc. A child psychiatrist predicted that he would most likely need to be placed in an institution by adolescence. However, thanks to the tireless commitment of his parents, that eventuality was never realized — and it never will be. Joe made this video as a special tribute to his mother, in particular, but also to all the other members of the team who worked so diligently to help him recover. Watch this video, and then ask yourself: Is recovery from autism really possible?
Autism Recovery – The Joe Mohs Story
Posted: January 16, 2013 by autismr4
NIMH Press Release Supports Autism Recovery
The National Institute of Mental Health issued a press release today in support of recent research developments on autism recovery. The press release details a study of 34 individuals previously diagnosed with ASD who through treatment met optimal outcomes. These outcomes included loss of diagnosis by independent evaluators and achieving a level of functioning identical to same-age peers. The NIMH press release indicates a growing support both in the mental health community that recovery is possible for some children with autism.
The editorial by Sally Ozonoff published in the Journal of Child Psychology and Psychiatry along with the new study encourages a future dialog of recovery in autism research:
The Autism Recovery Foundation supports these conclusions and believes that all children with autism who have the opportunity to recover should have access to the necessary early intensive behavioral interventions that help them achieve best outcomes.
To view the study: Fein D, Barton M, Eigsti IM, Kelley, E, Naigles L, Schultz RT, Stevens M, Helt M, Orinstein A, Rosenthal M, Troyb E, Tyson K. Optimal outcome in individuals with a history of autism. Journal of Child Psychology and Psychiatry DOI: 10.111/jcpp.12037.
To View the NIMH Press Release in full : http://www.nimh.nih.gov/science-news/2013/study-documents-that-some-children-lose-autism-diagnosis.shtml
Last Updated: November 15, 2012 by autismr4
Glen Perkins and Give to the Max Day 2012
Glen Perkins from the Minnesota Twins is supporting Give to the Max Day on November 15 2012 in a new Youtube video. Give to the Max Day is Minnesota’s largest one-day online fundraising campaign. The Autism Recovery Foundation is participating this year. Watch Glen Perkins and then check out how you can support ARF in the “Great Minnesota Give Together!”
2012 Give to the Max Day Campaign
Posted: October 22, 2012 by autismr4
MNABA Issues ABA Standards of Practice
The Autism Recovery Foundation is pleased to announce the release of the MNABA Standards of Practice for Applied Behavior Analysis in Minnesota. The document is a collaborative effort by parents, board certified ABA practitioners and area leaders in the development of service delivery standards. It was released at the 2012 MNABA conference in Maple Grove, MN with the goal of provide clear and consistent standards of training and practice in ABA.
The Autism Recovery Foundation supported the MNABA standards task-force throughout the development of the document. We believe it can provide consumers, policy-makers and funding agencies the necessary research and information supporting ABA in the treatment of autism. It also works to ensure those certified to deliver applied behavior analysis in the state of Minnesota meet the rigorous standards renowned in the field of ABA. The document can be previewed here or on the MNABA website:
Last Updated: October 15, 2012 by autismr4
Launching our Give to the Max Day Campaign
Today the Autism Recovery Foundation is kicking off our 2012 Give to the Max Day fundraising campaign. One month from today on November 15, Minnesotans around the state will participate in the 4th annual Give to the Max Day. During last year’s event, 47,534 donors logged on to GiveMN.org. The result: $13.4 million raised for 3,978 Minnesota nonprofits, whose missions range from feeding the hungry, to protecting the environment, to promoting the arts.
This will be ARF’s second year participating in the event. Last year, we raised $375 to support our mission of ensuring all children with the ability to recovery have the resources and support to do so. In the coming weeks, you’ll see updates on the blog about Give to the Max Day and how you can participate.
Ways to Participate
Give to the Max Day is only 1 month away! Thanks for your support!
Last Updated: October 15, 2012 by autismr3
Autism Recovery – The Joe Mohs Story
Is clinically significant recovery from autism really possible? While controversy persists, we believe that for some it is. While many families prefer to remain anonymous because they fear the stigma of having a child labeled autistic, or even as once having been autistic, some families are willing to share their recovery stories publicly. One of those stories is the story of Joe Mohs and his family.
Joe’s story covers the period from 1986, when, at just under two years of age, he was diagnosed with autism, to the present, when he is a typical young American adult with all the normal challenges and opportunities of modern life. Joe’s symptoms at intake were classic: no speech, no play skills, simple repetitive self-stimulatory behavior, walking on tiptoes, etc. A child psychiatrist predicted that he would most likely need to be placed in an institution by adolescence. However, thanks to the tireless commitment of his parents, that eventuality was never realized — and it never will be. Joe made this video as a special tribute to his mother, in particular, but also to all the other members of the team who worked so diligently to help him recover. Watch this video, and then ask yourself: Is recovery from autism really possible?
Autism Recovery – The Joe Mohs Story
Last Updated: October 3, 2012 by autismr3
We Will Be a Voice…
Posted: January 24, 2011 by autismr3
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Last Updated: April 9, 2013 by autismr3
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Last Updated: October 15, 2012 by autismr3
Lynx and Holland Center support Autism Recovery Foundation
The Foundation was honored to partner with the Holland Center in sharing a portion of the proceeds of a recent Minnesota Lynx WNBA game. We are pleased that the World Champion Lynx have recognized the importance of supporting children and families challenged by autism and autism spectrum disorders. During the game children and families had the opportunity to gather and meet the players. We greatly appreciate the support of the Lynx and the Holland Center.