With the recent buzz around the 2016 Presidential Election candidates, it’s easy to get swept up in all the media coverage. This post serves as a recap of recent political developments that benefit people with disabilities living in the United States. In our own state of California, there is a Senate Select Committee on Autism and
With graduation quickly approaching at Chapman University, the excitement and nervousness of transitioning into adulthood can be felt all across campus. The increased independence and ambiguity that come with finding employment, housing and a new routine can be stressful for all parties involved. For young people with Autism Spectrum Disorder, this transition can be particularly
Thompson Policy Institute recently hosted its first annual DisAbility Summit at Chapman University on May 3rd, 2016. The research presented was primarily about Autism in the Workplace and the rising rates of autism diagnoses in Orange County. It was well received by those who attended the event and various news outlets have since started spreading