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February 22, 11:30 pm

ACEing Autism teaches children tennis to help improve motor and social skills

Waldo Yan had some trepidation at first. As an employee with UCLA Adaptive Recreation, the second-year political science student had seen a variety of disabilities and impairments but had never worked with autistic children before.
He wasn't really sure what to expect, and frankly, was a little bit afraid. Read more...

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Volunteers meet at Sunset Canyon Recreation Center every Saturday to teach autistic children about the fundamentals of tennis through a program called ACEing Autism. The program helps kids improve coordination and the ability to focus. (courtesy of Harvey Rubin)

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February 22, 11:25 pm

Autistic student overcomes symptoms to help treat others

UCLA Professor Connie Kasari gives insight into Asperger's syndrom and autism

February 23, 2011 "“ The American Psychiatric Association is debating removing the separation between Asperger's syndrome and autism in its new edition of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders.

Connie Kasari is a UCLA professor of psychological studies in education and psychiatry. She spoke about Asperger's syndrome and autism.

Read more about Asperger's syndrome here.

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 "UCLA Professor Connie Kasari gives insight into Asperger's syndrom and autism"
Doctoral student Steven Kapp shares his experience of living with Asperger's syndrome

February 23, 2011 "“ Steven Kapp is a doctoral student in psychological studies in education who also happens to have Asperger's syndrome.

The American Psychiatric Association is considering subsuming this diagnosis under "Autism Spectrum Disorder." Kapp spoke about living with his Asperger's diagnosis as a strength rather than as a weakness.

The interview took place in the sculpture garden, with construction in the background.

Read more about Kapp's experiences with Asperger's syndrome here.

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 "Doctoral student Steven Kapp shares his experience of living with Asperger's syndrome"

Steven Kapp stared intently at the ground before him as he talked, avoiding eye contact and choosing his words carefully. "It's easier for me to concentrate if I'm looking at something that's not moving," he said. He had always known he was different, but didn't know why. Read more...

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Steven Kapp is a doctoral student in psychological studies in education and was diagnosed with Asperger’s syndrome. He refers to himself, however, as “autistic.”


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