adults – Olga Tennison Autism Research Centre

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What’s the best way to support autistic kids with “mild to moderate” delay?

This article is republished from The Conversation under a Creative Commons license. Authored by David Trembath, Andrew Whitehouse and Kandice Varcin.

Jake Mulligan September 9, 2025

OTARC Seminar Series Study summary

Understanding factors influencing inclusion and participation in community gym settings for adults with cerebral palsy

Georgia McKenzie will discuss the findings of her PhD research, which explored inclusion and participation in community gym settings for adults with cerebral palsy.

Alex Haschek February 23, 2024

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Autism perspectives Events Health and wellbeing

Suicide Prevention in Autism report and policy brief

Following a 2021 conference, a select group of lived experience experts and researchers met to draw together content from the conference into a final report and policy brief.

Alex Haschek May 10, 2022

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Educational and vocational engagement Study summary

Positive Outcomes for Autistic Employees at DHHS

The Rise@DHHS project improved employment opportunities for Autistic individuals through tailored support, professional development, and an inclusive workplace culture. Read the final report.

mdenham February 26, 2019

Educational and vocational engagement Employment News

Changing the Global Mindset on Autism and Employment

Specialisterne Denmark’s founder Thorkil Sonne gives a personal account of his journey

Mick Leahy August 17, 2017

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Ask an Autism Researcher Autism supports Supports and practices for daily living

Supporting speech development in minimally-verbal Autistic adults

Can Autistic adults learn to speak? The answer isn't clear due to limited research. While some may develop speech, outcomes vary. A speech pathologist can assess both verbal and non-verbal communication, increasing the chances of success.

mdenham June 22, 2016

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Ask an Autism Researcher Autism perspectives Autism, speech & language

The inner voice

Explore how inner speech influences cognitive tasks in both Autistic and non-Autistic individuals, its role in memory and planning.

mdenham March 17, 2016