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In autism, this term refers to a child running or wandering away from supervision either at home or in public. Outside of autism, this may refer to wedding bells.
What is elopement? (If you have any referrals, send them to Chelsea Rock!)
"Good morning, Sunshine!"
Who is Ms. Lisa?
Julio Jones and Matt Ryan both play for this Atlanta team.
Who are the Falcons?
This is a hallmark feature of an autism diagnosis. These may include spinning, hand flapping, echolalia, and insistence on sameness.
What are restrictive and repetitive behaviors (or RRBs)?
This type of research tests new treatments or interventions to treat or manage various medical conditions. For example, testing leucovorin versus placebo to treat language impairment in autism.
What are clinical trials? (If you have referrals for the leucovorin study, talk to Becka!)
I have been working in the field of autism since 1993! I am currently the Director for the Assessment and Diagnosis Program at Marcus.
Who is Cheryl Klaiman?
In 1996, the Olympics were held in Atlanta during this season.
What is summer?
This image is the symbol of autism and autism awareness.
What is a puzzle piece?
A tool to examine the structure and functioning of the brain. One method of this is by using MRI.
What is neuroimaging? (If you want to learn more, talk to Jennifer or Jordan!)
He is a BCBA-D and is currently the Clinical Director at the Marcus Autism Center. He also celebrates Steve Day!
Who is Nate Call?
There are over 55 streets with this name in it found in Atlanta. Be careful when entering it into your GPS!
What is Peachtree?
ABA is the scientific study of behavior. It is commonly used in treatment for autism and the acronym stands for this.
What is Applied Behavior Analysis?
If a child has bowel movement accidents, he or she may have this condition.
What is encopresis? (If you have any referrals, please send them to Ansley!)
I am specially trained to visit children at Marcus. I wear a vest so you know I love kids and want to be pet!
Who is Flip?
The Margaret Mitchell House is located in Midtown, Atlanta, Georgia. Mitchell wrote the bulk of this Pulitzer Prize-winning novel while living there.
What is Gone with the Wind?
She is an animal scientist who studies the behavior of livestock and was one of the first adults to publicly disclose that she was autistic. Claire Danes starred as her in a 2010 HBO semi-biographical film.
Who is Temple Grandin?