News: Center for Autism and Related Disabilities

Kids with autism more likely to become victims of drowning than neurotypical children, experts say

Written By: Chris Lindsay | November 18, 2024
Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) are significantly more likely to drown than their neurotypical peers, according to the University of Central Florida’s Center for Autism and Related Disabilities (CARD)....

Vroom! Center for Autism and Related Disabilities Offers Driving School for Teens

Written By: Heather Lovett | October 17, 2024
Learning how to drive can be a stressful venture and a collaboration between the UCF Center for Autism and Related Disabilities (CARD) and The Neuro Hub is making things easier...

Autism Drowning Deaths Prompt Push for Children’s Specialized Swim Lessons

Written By: Michael Cuglietta | September 9, 2024
Jonathan Eichenholz was 3 years old when he was diagnosed with autism. His parents nicknamed him “Houdini” because of his propensity to escape from home, school and even his car...

UCF CARD and Loyal Source Team Up to Provide Career Camps, Internships for Teens and Adults with ASD

Written By: Lasha Markham | September 3, 2024
Career exploration and workforce readiness are the focus of a series of specialized camps held this summer to provide new opportunities to people in the community with autism spectrum disorder...

College of Health Professions and Sciences Co-Hosts Healthcare Education Summit

Written By: Heather Lovett | May 30, 2024
Academia and healthcare leaders convened at UCF on May 23 for a regional summit designed to improve collaboration and develop new strategies for ensuring the talent pipeline continues to provide...

Orlando dad helps people with autism enjoy Orlando Magic games

Written By: Caroline Catherman | December 12, 2023
Jason Eichenholz wants his son, Jonathan, to be able to enjoy a live basketball game just like anyone else. But when the pair attended a game at the Amway Center...

UCF Supports Autism Community With Resources, Research

Written By: Rachel Williams ’15 ’20MA | April 12, 2023
UCF faculty conduct cutting-edge research on autism spectrum disorder, discovering innovative ways to better support this community. Through free camps and programs, Central Florida families can benefit from their work.

Central Florida parents have limited childcare options for autistic children

Written By: Alice Herman | December 13, 2022
Terri Daly, director of the University of Central Florida’s Center for Autism and Related Disabilities (UCF-CARD), said she frequently hears from families desperate for services.

UCF Health Sciences Faculty Jeanette Garcia’s Research Explores Sustainable Wellness for Children with ASD

Written By: ca357402 | June 2, 2022
The prevalence of autism spectrum disorder (ASD), a neurodevelopment disorder associated with a range of social communication impairments, restricted and repetitive behaviors, and other health issues, is on the rise...

Student Artists with Autism Share Art at UCF Celebrates the Arts

Written By: ca357402 | April 1, 2022
UCF Celebrates the Arts, April 5-16, 2022 “Spectral Evidence” exhibition located in Dr. Phillips Center lobby. Free to the public. Neo-expressive and bold yet sensitive. Those are some words Gesa...

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