ЁЯзй HUGE WIN FOR AUTISM RESEARCH & SUPPORT!
Great news! Congress just secured nearly $400 million in federal funding for autism research and programs in FY2026! This includes boosts for early identification, healthcare training, and resources for autistic individuals and their families.
тЬЕ Focus on early identification and access to autism-informed care.
ЁЯТб Grants are targeting profound autism, to identify unique needs and develop effective therapies.
ЁЯМЯ Parent-mediated and family-focused approaches are key in ongoing clinical trials.
Here are some interventions to explore with your family:
ЁЯза Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) for emotional regulation.
ЁЯТЩ Naturalistic Developmental Behavioral Interventions (NDBIs), integrating parent self-regulation.
ЁЯУМ JASPER (Joint Attention, Symbolic Play, Engagement, and Regulation) for early intervention.
These investments promise a brighter future for the autism community! What are your thoughts on this new funding? Share in the comments!
