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A warning, a watch and 4 advisories in effect for 12 regions in the area

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A warning, a watch and 4 advisories in effect for 12 regions in the area

Autism Awareness Month

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Legoland Florida Resort is officially designated as a certified autism center, making it the first theme park resort to receive this certification.

‘What should more people understand about autism?’ Your responses are so important to read

Considering this month is an important time to learn more about autism, we thought we’d ask you, our readers and viewers: If any of you have a close connection to autism spectrum disorder (perhaps you’ve been diagnosed, or you have a friend or child with autism), is there anything you wish more people understood?

Mother of 3 kids who have autism donates her books to help raise Autism awareness for others

Brundidge is a children’s book author who has written books about her three children who have autism. She has made it her life’s work to help all children with special needs.

Celebrities who have been diagnosed with autism

Autism may bring challenges for those who live with it, but celebrities with autism have shown they can overcome those challenges to achieve tremendous things and fulfill their dreams.

4-year-old has a truly unforgettable day at his happy place. And no, it’s not Disney World or Chuck E. Cheese.

Jaxon Maples is a 4-year-old boy with autism, and many days, he has trouble communicating and speaking clearly. But there is one place where those things aren’t a problem for him.

Is autism ‘awareness’ enough? Some advocate for Autism Acceptance Month

April has widely been known as Autism Awareness Month in the U.S., as a way to empower people living with autism and their families.

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A teacher who helps preside over a program for students with autism, Carrie Jones knows full well some aspects the general public might not understand.

‘Understanding, accepting, embracing:’ How these twins with autism inspire their community

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Tell us: What’s something you wish more people understood about autism?

Considering this month is an important time to learn more about autism, we thought we’d ask you, our readers and viewers: If any of you have a close connection to autism spectrum disorder (perhaps you’ve been diagnosed, or you have a friend or child with autism), is there anything you wish more people understood?

World Autism Month: Local group promoting solutions across the spectrum

A closer look into life on the spectrum. And one mom’s mission to make sure no one is held back because of a diagnosis.

5 activities for children with autism who’ve been under stress, anxiety due to the pandemic

One way to cope with any extra stress or anxiety is to have the kids engage in play time to help develop motor skills, social skills and language development, according to Dr. Jen Harstein, a children’s developmental psychologist who works with autistic children daily.

What is autism masking? Understanding this complex survival strategy in adults

Autism can be explained medically as a bio-neurological development disability, but to get into the nuanced details is quite a bit more complicated.

Young man with autism authors book about inclusion, aims to stock school libraries and educate all

For much of his life, Timothy Rohrer, a now-young adult who was diagnosed with autism as a second-grader, has dealt with exclusion from his peers.

Officer helps in rescue of teddy bear after boy with autism makes 911 call

A young boy’s parents are grateful to a police officer who showed up at their home after an unusual 911 call from their 12-year-old son with autism.

Sports, activities that might be best for children with autism

Track and field and swimming are among the team sports that might be best for children with autism.

What are the best musical instruments for children with autism?

These instruments provide good and simple ways for children with autism or other sensory disorders to develop motor skills and have fun.

Sensory-friendly Disney: Park offers pass to those who might need help waiting in line

Disney offers a special card for those who have trouble waiting in long lines because of a disability.

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After dealing with exclusion by his peers over the years, Timothy Rohrer, a now-young adult who was diagnosed with autism as a second-grader, penned and published a pamphlet in which he basically guides people on how to treat those with disabilities.

New Peppa Pig theme park to open as certified autism center

The all-new Peppa Pig Theme Park will open as a certified autism center, leaders announced Tuesday at the IAAPA Expo at the Orange County Convention Center.

Musical not just adapted for children with autism, it was designed just for them

The creators of the show, “Farm! A Musical Experience,” designed the play specifically for children with autism, and for other kids who are neurodiverse.

Meet the face of autism awareness: Julia, from ‘Sesame Street’

For fans of Julia, the 4-year-old Muppet with autism on “Sesame Street,” you are in luck.

3 of the coolest photographed events for Autism Awareness Month

Nationally and internationally, April is a big month for autism awareness.

11-year-old boy with autism found after disappearing from Katy ISD campus

Pushing for change: Thousands sign petition for Katy ISD band member with Autism to receive fine arts credit

The power of music: How a local child on the autism spectrum found his voice

Local man living with autism turns recycled paper into beautiful works of art

The joyous melody of acceptance: Meet the HUBCAPS

Pearland woman uplifts moms raising children on the autism spectrum

Voices of Houston: Non-profit teaches job training skills to adults living with autism

A Houston non-profit is helping adults with autism learn important life skills.

Man living with autism creates an inclusive baseball league

Autism Speaks working to create more opportunities for adults living with autism

For a long time, the month of April has been about Autism awareness but that notion is now changing.The organization, Autism Speaks, says it is now more about acceptance and creating more opportunities for adults living with autism.

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