An archive of all RCAAS-related news, from Rutgers University publications (i.e., Rutgers Today and Rutgers Magazine), research publications, and more!
In the News
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A year ago, Christopher Manente was excited with the progress of Rutgers’ innovative jobs training program for adults on the autism spectrum. As executive director of the Rutgers Center for Adult Autism Services, he and his colleagues had guided the development of this groundbreaking program from concept through launch and had achieved initial success helping autistic adults thrive through meaningful employment.
The program engaged a very diverse group of adults on the autism spectrum with a wide range of abilities and support needs, providing a structure of ongoing support, training, and... read more
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This May issue of the Gazette features coverage of an insightful new journal publication from the Director of the RCAAS-SCALE Program, Dr. James Maraventano; Director of Behavioral Services at the RCAAS and Douglass Developmental Disabilities Center (DDDC), Dr. Robert LaRue; DDDC Adult Program Behavior Analyst, Jenna Budge; and Rutgers Graduate School of Applied and Professional Psychology (GSAPP) alumni, Catherine Kishel, and Dr. David Singer. And (in case you missed it!), learn why the RCAAS is being named an "extraodinary organization moving the needle on inclusion"... read more
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Amy Gravino, RCAAS Relationship, spoke with Holly Blanc Moses of The Autism ADHD Podcast to discuss how to better support autistic girls, who are often misunderstood. Together, they examine common issues that girls on the autism spectrum face; acknowledge the importance of safe spaces; and highlight that "asking for help is not a sign of weakness, it is a sign of strength."
Listen to the podcast here:
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Dr. Christopher Manente, BCBA, RCAAS Executive Director, alongside esteemed colleagues from Caldwell University - Alexandra M. Campanaro, MA, BCBA; Jason C. Vladescu, PhD, BCBA-D; Meghan A. Deshais, PhD, BCBA-D; and Ruth M. DeBar, PhD, BCBA-D - published a literature review drawing on trends of successful vocational training methods. This review, which covers a total of 50 articles, including 53 experiments, will aid in establishing a collection of effective and viable techniques for teaching pertinent vocational skills to adults with ASD.
Read the full research... read more