ASAT - Association for Science in Autism Treatment

12/27/2025

From Umoja (Unity) to Imani (Faith), the seven principles of Kwanzaa inspire strength and resilience. ASAT wishes you a season of reflection, connection, and celebration.

Happy Kwanzaa!

12/25/2025

Merry Christmas to all who celebrate!

May your holiday be filled with love, joy, and special moments with family and friends.

Wishing you all, happiness, and a bright New Year ahead!

12/24/2025

A fun one from a few years back........

Who wants to go caroling with us?

Shout out to Shalom, our youngest volunteer, who drew this at age 13.

12/24/2025

Misrepresentation, in all its forms, is not cool anytime of the year!

What types of misrepresentation have you seen?

Thank you Marina Azimova for creating the artwork and sharing your time and talent with us!

12/24/2025

........and make sure you consider ASAT this Giving Season .....please and thank you of course!

Through credit card/PayPal here:
https://asatonline.org/donate/
or on one of our Facebook campaigns :
https://www.facebook.com/ASATonline/fundraisers

12/23/2025

In this issue, Kristina Mira, MEd, QBA, IBA, and Kate McKenna, MEd, MSEd, MS, BCBA, present a synopsis of a systematic review paper on the use of Acceptance and Commitment Training (ACTr) components within behavioral interventions for individuals with autism. ACTr is a nonpsychotherapeutic application of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy that involves one or more of six processes, such as mindfulness and values clarification. Overall, the review shows that components of ACTr show promise for improving socially significant behaviors in those with autism. We hope that the readers find this synopsis to be informative and useful as you consider autism interventions.

Read the full article here: https://asatonline.org/research-treatment/research-synopses/systematic-review-of-acceptance-and-commitment-training-components/

The complete December 2025 issue of Science in Autism Treatment can be found here: https://mailchi.mp/asatonline/science-in-autism-treatment_2025_12

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12/22/2025

Dr. Stephen Anderson is a licensed psychologist and a board certified and licensed behavior analyst. He has published journal articles, book chapters, and one book on the education and treatment of people with autism or other developmental disabilities. For 28 years, Dr. Anderson served as the Chief Executive Officer of The Summit Center. In this installment of Clinical Corner, he explains strategies for autism intervention based on his years of understanding of the science, best practice, and personal experience. Here, Dr. Anderson explores what matters most when working with young children diagnosed with ASD.

Read more at: https://asatonline.org/research-treatment/clinical-corner/what-matters-the-most/

The complete December 2025 issue of Science in Autism Treatment can be found here: https://mailchi.mp/asatonline/science-in-autism-treatment_2025_12
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12/22/2025

We would like to thank Breakthrough Autism for their continued sponsorship of ASAT at the Alliance Level.

Based in Toronto, Canada, Breakthrough Autism has offered comprehensive and individualized applied behavior analysis services for over 13 years. In addition, they provided interventions specifically focusing on social and play skills, language and communication, skills for daily living, and decreasing behavior that interfere with learning. Parent coaching is a critical part of Breakthrough Autism’s mission with both in-person and online services.

For more information about Breakthrough Autism, visit www.breakthroughautism.ca and like on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/BreakthroughAutism.

Thank you again Breakthrough Autism for your ongoing, generous support!

Breakthrough Autism is a specialized autism ABA center. We provide exceptional ABA treatment for children with autism.

12/22/2025

We would like to thank the Council of Autism Service Providers - CASP for their sponsorship renewal of ASAT at the Partner level.

CASP is a non-profit trade organization whose member organizations and companies provide services to individuals with autism. The goals towards which CASP works are ensuring safe and effective care, disseminating information on evidence-based practices, serving as a representative of members to the government and the p***c, and influencing public policy on quality care.

For more information about the Council of Autism Service Providers, visit https://casproviders.org/ like on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/CASProviders, and follow them on LinkedIn at www.linkedin.com/company/council-of-autism-service-providers/

Thank you again, Council of Autism Service Providers for your most generous support of ASAT!

The Council of Autism Service Providers (CASP) is a non-profit, 501(c)(6) trade association. Founded in 2016, CASP's mission is to support its members by cultivating, sharing, and advocating for provider best practices in autism services.

12/18/2025

In this treatment summary, Elizabeth Johnson Singh, MA, and Heidi Pattieshaw, BS, discuss DIRFloortime. Proponents of DIRFloortime promote this intervention as a way to help children with autism form secure relationships, regulate their emotions and attention, and develop complex thinking and communication skills. Unfortunately, the evidence that DIRFloortime can help children accomplish these goals is lacking. Read more to learn about the lack of evidence supporting DIRFloortime and other ways that children with autism may better accomplish these important goals.

Read more at: https://asatonline.org/for-parents/learn-more-about-specific-treatments/developmentally-based-individual-difference-relationship-based-intervention-dirfloor-time/

The December 2025 issue of Science in Autism Treatment can be found here: https://mailchi.mp/asatonline/science-in-autism-treatment_2025_12

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12/17/2025

We’re proud to spotlight one of our incredible sponsors, Curriculum Encyclopedia - ACE and its parent organization, The New England Center for Children Inc. —a global leader in autism education, research, and innovation.

Watch this inspiring video to learn more about NECC’s mission, rich history, and far-reaching impact—from empowering students to advancing services, training, and research worldwide:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G0aDfMFv_cI

NECC’s unwavering dedication to creating fuller, happier lives through education and research continues to make a meaningful difference in our community and beyond.

Spoiler alert: the narrator is Jon Stewart.

NECC is more than a school, it's more than a building. It is One Powerful Place.

12/16/2025

The Association for Science in Autism Treatment (ASAT) is proud to reflect on a year filled with meaningful accomplishments and continued growth. In 2025, we celebrated the release of the 84th monthly issue of Science in Autism Treatment, expanded our multilingual outreach to 27 languages, strengthened our Externship program, and deepened collaborations with professionals and organizations worldwide. As we look ahead to 2026, we are excited to build on this momentum by creating new content, expanding awareness of our offerings, and strengthening our capacity through partnerships and sponsorships. Together, we can continue to shape a future where evidence-based practices are clearly identified and accessed and are at the heart of how we best serve the autism community.

Read more to learn about our progress and goals at: https://asatonline.org/what-we-do/accomplishments-goals/

The December 2025 issue of Science in Autism Treatment can be found here: https://mailchi.mp/asatonline/science-in-autism-treatment_2025_12
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ASAT's accomplishments & goals: We are very proud to share some of the following accomplishments…