Rhode Island Consortium for Autism Research and Treatment

Black Families of Children with Autism: Equity and Access to Care Study

The goal of this study is to inform culturally responsive treatments for Black families of children autism and learn more about Black caregiver experiences seeking treatment and diagnostic services for their child.

You are eligible to participate in this study if you are a Black caregiver of a child (ages 0 –21 years) who has been diagnosed with autism and who has received treatment services. Parents must be 18 years of age or older to participate. You will receive a $75 gift card following the completion of the survey. Additionally, if you elect to participate and are selected for a follow-up interview, you can earn a $50 gift card.

Contact Harlee Onovbiona at [email protected] or 954-422-2259 if you are interested in participating.

Does your teen have ADHD (with or without ASD)? They might be eligible for a brain-based treatment study led by RI-CART's Dr. Brian Kavanaugh. Click on the news report to learn more!

Researchers explore brain-based treatment for teens with ADHD Local researchers explore experimental brain-based treatment for teens with ADHD. This research is a partnership between Bradley Hospital and Butler Hospital that started earlier this year but was put on hold when the pandemic hit. Now, it’s back, with safety protocols in place, and they&rsquo...

Click the link to read about genetic testing for autism, written by RI-CART’s Dr. Daniel Moreno De Luca.

Genetic Testing for Autism | Lifespan Genetic testing for autism is a relatively new area of science. This test for autism is recommended after a diagnosis of autism is made.

Interested in participating in research?

Join the Rhode Island Neurobehavioral Observation Study (RhINOS)!

The goal of this study is to learn about how behaviors observed in newborns relate to meeting developmental milestones during the first years of life.

You can participate if you are soon becoming a parent to an infant born at Women & Infants Hospital, and someone in your immediate family has a diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder (Autism, ASD, Aspergers, PDD-NOS), or if there is concern that a family member might have an ASD.

To learn more about this study, visit our website at https://www.autismri.org/current-studies.

There are some new research opportunities posted on our Current Studies page -- Check them out here!

Current Studies | Rhode Island Consortium For Autism Research And Tre Did you know that only about 5% of children with autism currently participate in research? The more people that participate in research, the better we can collaborate to care for you or your child! Your participation will make all the difference.

Check out some helpful tips to keep you and your child well!

We have the power to keep our children healthy. From regular checkups to exercise, getting outside, and stimulating their minds, we want to keep your children the healthiest they can be! Check out these tips I got from Tufts Health Plan. Visit www.tuftshealthplan.com/learnmore for more information.

Does your teen have ADHD (with or without ASD)? They might be eligible for a brain-based treatment study. Click on the news report to learn more!

Researchers explore brain-based treatment for teens with ADHD Local researchers explore experimental brain-based treatment for teens with ADHD. This research is a partnership between Bradley Hospital and Butler Hospital that started earlier this year but was put on hold when the pandemic hit. Now, it’s back, with safety protocols in place, and they&rsquo...

See below from our friends at RI Special Hockey!

House League, Instructional and Special Hockey Registration Now Open! Registration for 2020-21 GPYHA House League, Instructional and Special Hockey programs is now open. PLEASE register as soon as possible. Program schedules will be available soon - all three programs will run from end of October through the middle of March at Lynch Arena. To learn more about GPYH

This study is being conducted by RI-CART’s Dr. Brian Kavanaugh. Click the link for more info!

Pediatric Neuropsychology Research in Rhode Island Learn about pediatric neuropsychology research in Rhode Island taking place at Lifespan Health System hospitals.

Looking for something fun to do this weekend?
Truck or Treat this Sunday October 11th!

Thank you to our partners at the Hassenfeld Child Health Innovation Institute for this great article about the "Through Our Eyes" exhibit!

As a reminder, the show is on display through September at the Museum of Work and Culture Preservation Foundation in Woonsocket!

Exhibit Showcases Art by People with Autism | Hassenfeld | Brown University Twenty-five-year-old Connor Thompson, an amateur photographer, is inspired by colors, designs and textures. He particularly enjoys using the macro setting on his digital camera to take close-up photos of nature: flowers and frogs, insects, blue herons and other birds native to Cape Cod.

Did you know that the Museum of Work and Culture Preservation Foundation is open and you can see the "Through Our Eyes" exhibit? Now through the end of September!

Artist Andrew Novis, whose works this year include "Blue Kitten with a Ball" and "Brown Tabby on a Branch", recently visited the Museum: "Erika and I spent a good three hours at the museum, seeing the RI-CART show, and wandering around the exhibit halls, taking in the sights. It was nice to have the place to ourselves."

Contact the Museum at 401-769-9675 or rihs.org to learn about hours (open Wednesdays and Saturdays), reservations, and safety guidelines. We hope you can visit!

RI-CART's Dr. Brian Kavanaugh is testing whether a new type of brain stimulation can improve attentional skills or "working memory" in teenagers with ADHD. He is recruiting 13-17 year old teenagers who have ADHD (either with or without Autism) to join him in this new study. Participants will be compensated for study participation. Contact him at [email protected] or (401) 432-1359 if you are interested!

Do you have questions about COVID-19? Join the Hassenfeld Child Health Innovation Institute webinar Thursday at 4pm! Click below for details and registration information:

https://events.brown.edu/hassenfeld/view/event/event_id/180704?fbclid=IwAR1xqGP45-FJg92KQtvBM5d3nBd_RTfFF3lDjiEEgQotsa1QvZKt3tqk0sM

Find out how to get support during challenging times. Join faculty from the Hassenfeld Child Health Innovation Institute on July 23 at 4 pm for "Questions about Autism during COVID-19 and Beyond," a free webinar where expert panelists will answer your questions. Register now!

https://events.brown.edu/hassenfeld/view/event/event_id/180704?fbclid=IwAR1xqGP45-FJg92KQtvBM5d3nBd_RTfFF3lDjiEEgQotsa1QvZKt3tqk0sM

Panelists include Stephen Sheinkopf, Ph.D., director of the Rhode Island Consortium for Autism Research and Treatment, and Joanne Quinn, executive director of The Autism Project

Coming up on Tuesday! 🎼🎧

We are excited to share that the Museum of Work and Culture Preservation Foundation is continuing to offer Therapeutic Tuesdays this summer! 🎹🎨

The program will provide free access to therapist-led art and music activities designed to help children and teens with sensory sensitivities engage creatively with the MoWC’s themes.

The events will be streamed live on the Museum’s page, where participants will be able to engage live with the therapists with comments and questions. The broadcast will then be recorded and made available for those unable to attend the live session.

Families who register in advance will have the opportunity to pick up activity materials curbside at the Museum the week before the program. Those wishing to register for
free activity materials can register by emailing [email protected].

Barrington Public Library shared a sensory-friendly storytime on YouTube!

Thank you, Miss Lisa!

Miss Lisa's Sensory Story Time Today's a little different. You'll notice that Miss Lisa's story time is being recorded at the library! Although this sensory story time is particularly for ...

The Hassenfeld Child Health Innovation Institute at Brown University hosted two webinars last month -- one about pregnancy and COVID-19 and one about children's health and COVID-19. These are great resources -- check them out and give a like to Hassenfeld's new page to stay up-to-date on initiatives to improve children's health in Rhode Island 👍

Hassenfeld Child Health Innovation Institute

Check out these great Covid-19 lesson plans for all grade levels by the Rhode Island Historical Society 📗✏️

New lesson plans up! We’ve created three new units for grades K-5, 3-5, and 9-12 (middle school forthcoming). These plans are great resources to help kids connect to a relevant topic, COVID-19. These units, and many more, are available on our website under the the Education tab: https://www.rihs.org/lesson_plan/ri-covid-19-archive-lesson-plans/

The Autism Project is hosting a parent / caregiver support group this evening 🤗💻

Sue and Alicia will be hosting another Online Support Group TONIGHT, Wednesday, May 6th 8:30pm-9:30pm.
Register using the link below:
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0vf-qsqj0oE9aSEcpFsFcP5V5Atu0dI23y
We look forward to connecting with you!

The toolkit contains more than 30 instructional modules designed to provide resources, counsel, information, lessons, schedules and overall aid to families confined to their homes.

Check it out here -https://www.debrechildpsychiatry.org/toolbox

Coronavirus tool kit may aid families with autistic children during lockdown | Spectrum | Autism Research News To help families cope with the sudden loss of professional support during the pandemic, one team in France has created a set of resources and information.

This is a wonderful virtual art and music therapy series hosted by our friends at the Museum of Work and Culture Preservation Foundation! There is no cost to participate. The first event is coming up on April 28th -- Register now to save your spot!

Register here: https://forms.gle/eaEHtn6oQ2Esw5hc7

We Wear Masks - A Social Story about the coronavirus "We Wear Masks" is an animated social story that helps that explain some of the issues we are facing right now including wearing a mask, school closure, and ...

When we chose "Home" as the theme of this year's Through Our Eyes exhibit, we had no idea that many of us would soon be spending so much time at home! While the museum remains closed due to COVID-19, please enjoy some images of "home" from our wonderful artists. (Credits below)

Bradley Hospital Women & Infants Hospital of Rhode Island

A great visual from RIDDC --

Check out this flyer for helpful tips to stay safe and healthy during the COVID-19 pandemic. Also, check our website for information and direct links to the RI Dept. of health.

There are a lot of good resources in the Autism Society of America's COVID-19 toolkit. Check it out below.

They will also be hosting some information sessions on Facebook live:

Wednesday, March 25th at 7pm -- "Maintaining Hope and Handling Frustration and Anxiety."

Thursday, March 26th at 3pm -- "Supporting Individuals on the Autism Spectrum with Co-Occurring Mental Health Challenges."

COVID-19: Autism Society Response The Autism Society of America understands the ongoing concerns surrounding COVID-19, and the added challenges it brings to the autism community. Here, we will continually update relevant and reputable resources and information surrounding Coronavirus, and provide support during this crisis, and alwa...

Since the museum is temporarily closed, here are a few photos of the Through Our Eyes exhibit.!