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UPR Friday, Sep. 06, 2024
USU looks to improve early identification of autism in children
Utah lags behind the national average of identifying children for autism.
In an effort to improve the state's standing, the Institute for Disability, Research, Policy and Practice at Utah State University will offer free, remote early identification of autism training for Utah service providers.
Janel Preston, special educator at the university, said when early identification is missed, children and families are not getting critical services to increase overall quality of life.
"It is really important for providers, as well as just the general public, to have a better understanding of what autism is," Preston urged. "And how we can help support and increase that awareness, acceptance."