Autism

Autism Sibling Support Group in Tempe, AZ

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Thursday, February 9, 2023
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Tempe, AZ, Feb. 09, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Bierman Autism Centers , a leader in early intervention ABA therapy and autism diagnostic testing in Arizona, is thrilled to announce the return of its Sibling Support Program.

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  • Tempe, AZ, Feb. 09, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Bierman Autism Centers , a leader in early intervention ABA therapy and autism diagnostic testing in Arizona, is thrilled to announce the return of its Sibling Support Program.
  • Dr. Huggins stated, “The support group creates a community where siblings can share their experiences, have a safe avenue to process their feelings and build a strong support system.”
    With 1 in 40 individuals diagnosed with autism in Arizona, the need for programs like Bierman’s sibling support program is more important than ever.
  • At Bierman Autism Centers, providing comprehensive care to families affected by autism is at the heart of everything they do.
  • In addition to the Sibling Support Program, Bierman offers a range of services, including ABA Therapy , Speech Therapy , Occupational Therapy , and Diagnostic services , as well as caregiver trainings and community events like Touch-A-Truck, Winter in July, Trunk-or-Treat, and Sensory Santa.

Therapeutic Targeting of the Microbiome for Neurodevelopmental Disorders - A Free Webinar from the Brain & Behavior Research Foundation

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Wednesday, February 8, 2023
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New York, Feb. 08, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Brain & Behavior Research Foundation (BBRF) is hosting a free webinar, “Therapeutic Targeting of the Microbiome for Neurodevelopmental Disorders” on Tuesday, February 14, 2023, at 2:00 pm EST.

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  • New York, Feb. 08, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Brain & Behavior Research Foundation (BBRF) is hosting a free webinar, “Therapeutic Targeting of the Microbiome for Neurodevelopmental Disorders” on Tuesday, February 14, 2023, at 2:00 pm EST.
  • The presenter will be Shelly A. Buffington, Ph.D., Assistant Professor, Department of Neuroscience, Cell Biology, & Anatomy at the University of Texas Medical Branch.
  • Her lab is also investigating the therapeutic potential of targeting the maternal gut microbiome to reduce risk for neurodevelopmental disorders in offspring.
  • The webinar is hosted by Jeffrey Borenstein, M.D., President & CEO of the Brain & Behavior Research Foundation, and host of the public television series Healthy Minds.

EuMentis Therapeutics Inc. Receives $3 Million Award from United States Department of Defense (DoD) to Advance its Novel NMDA Receptor Antagonist for Traumatic Brain Injury

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Wednesday, February 8, 2023
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A key scientific focus of EuMentis is to advance novel fast-off NMDAR antagonists to block signaling of over-active glutamate receptors in order to restore glutamate balance across diseases and indications, including TBI.

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  • A key scientific focus of EuMentis is to advance novel fast-off NMDAR antagonists to block signaling of over-active glutamate receptors in order to restore glutamate balance across diseases and indications, including TBI.
  • Once the preclinical study is completed, EuMentis plans to advance the selected lead candidate into a Phase I clinical trial in 2024.
  • To date, EuMentis has received over $11 million in funding from private and government sources to support research and development of its broad pipeline of novel CNS-based therapeutics.
  • “Currently there are no approved therapeutics for traumatic brain injury, which impact hundreds of thousands of Americans annually and leads to significant disability and death.

The Joseph Chung Scholarship Awards $981,330 to 405 Students

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Tuesday, February 7, 2023
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New Westminster, BC, Feb. 07, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Joseph Chung Scholarship (JCS) is proud to announce it has awarded $981,330 in scholarships to 405 students.

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  • New Westminster, BC, Feb. 07, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Joseph Chung Scholarship (JCS) is proud to announce it has awarded $981,330 in scholarships to 405 students.
  • The Joseph Chung Scholarship Fund was started by Dr. Peter Chung and his wife, Dr. Stephanie Chung after their son Joseph’s passing.
  • Participation in the Joseph Chung Alumni Scholarship Program is entirely voluntary and does not require recipients to repay the scholarship they received.
  • To find out more about the Joseph Chung Scholarship, please visit the Coram Deo Foundation website.

Bright Pine Behavioral Health Celebrates Five Years of Providing Comprehensive Psychological Testing and Therapy Services in Clarkston and West Bloomfield, Michigan

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Monday, February 6, 2023
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The clinical staff at Bright Pine Behavioral Health understands that each individual's mental health needs are unique.

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  • The clinical staff at Bright Pine Behavioral Health understands that each individual's mental health needs are unique.
  • This private mental health facility specializes in Autism testing , ADHD testing , Academic testing, IQ and Giftedness testing, and full comprehensive neuropsychological assessments.
  • The team at Bright Pine Behavioral Health brings their expertise and the latest tools and techniques to their profession.
  • Bright Pine Behavioral Health is proud to serve the community of Michigan, offering top-notch psychological services to individuals of all ages.

PaxMedica, Inc. Secures $3.2 Million Growth Capital From Lind Partners

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Friday, February 3, 2023
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TARRYTOWN, NY, Feb. 03, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- via NewMediaWire – PaxMedica, Inc. (Nasdaq: PXMD), a clinical stage biopharmaceutical company focusing on the development of novel anti-purinergic drug therapies (“APT”) for the treatment of disorders with intractable neurologic symptoms, today announced that the Company has signed a funding agreement for net proceeds of $3.2 million with Lind Global Partners II, LP, an investment fund managed by The Lind Partners, a New York based institutional fund manager (together “Lind”).

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  • Commencing 180 days after funding, the Company is required to make principal payments in 12 equal monthly installments.
  • At the discretion of the Company, repayments can be made in cash or registered common shares.
  • Lind will also receive a four-year warrant to purchase an aggregate of 800,000 shares of common stock exercisable at $3.25 per share.
  • The transaction is subject to the satisfaction of customary closing conditions.

Autism Sibling Support Group in Berkeley Heights, NJ

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Thursday, February 2, 2023
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Berkeley Heights, New Jersey, Feb. 02, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Bierman Autism Centers (Bierman) is ecstatic to announce the offering of free support groups for siblings of children diagnosed with autism.

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  • Berkeley Heights, New Jersey, Feb. 02, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Bierman Autism Centers (Bierman) is ecstatic to announce the offering of free support groups for siblings of children diagnosed with autism.
  • This program will be led by Dr. Catherine Lark, Ph.D., BCBA-D (NJ Licensed Psychologist #6692).
  • This new support group enhances the resources Bierman offers to their clients, their families, and the local community.
  • Younger siblings may also struggle to understand why their sibling with autism acts differently and lacks interest in play.

Team One Names the 4th Annual Recipient of The Legacy Lab Foundation Scholarship

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Tuesday, January 31, 2023
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LOS ANGELES, Jan. 31, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Legacy Lab , Team One ’s award-winning think tank and strategic consultancy, has announced the recipient of its fourth-annual Legacy Lab Foundation Scholarship.

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  • LOS ANGELES, Jan. 31, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Legacy Lab , Team One ’s award-winning think tank and strategic consultancy, has announced the recipient of its fourth-annual Legacy Lab Foundation Scholarship.
  • Launched in 2019, The Legacy Lab Foundation Scholarship’s goal is to champion students who represent the next generation of legacy makers.
  • This scholarship is granted by The Legacy Lab Foundation, a nonprofit part of Team One’s Legacy Lab, created to invest in leaders and organizations aiming to make a durable difference in the world.
  • To learn more about The Legacy Lab Foundation Scholarship, head to: The Giving Back Fund: The Legacy Lab Foundation .

Event: Positive Behavior Strategies for Parents, Caregivers & Teachers

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Sunday, January 29, 2023
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CENTENNIAL, Colo., Jan. 29, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Key Autism Services will present Positive Behavior Strategies for Parents, Caregivers & Teachers on Feb. 23, 2023, at 6855 South Havana St, Suite 150, Centennial, CO 80112 featuring Brittany Degner, MS, Board Certified Behavior Analyst.

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  • CENTENNIAL, Colo., Jan. 29, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Key Autism Services will present Positive Behavior Strategies for Parents, Caregivers & Teachers on Feb. 23, 2023, at 6855 South Havana St, Suite 150, Centennial, CO 80112 featuring Brittany Degner, MS, Board Certified Behavior Analyst.
  • From the perspective of a Masters-level behavior analyst, she will guide you through several positive and delicate behavior strategies that help reduce the stress for caregivers and their children during these moments.
  • After the presentation: parents, teachers, and caregivers will be able to implement these positive behavior strategies with their children to result in better outcomes," says Jayson Remillard, KEY's ABA Therapy Business Development Manager.
  • Key Autism Services provides Applied behavior analysis (ABA) therapy services to bring about meaningful and positive change to individuals diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder.

The Saint Vinson Eugene Allen Foundation Will Donate $50,000 to Assist Special Needs Families Across the Country

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Wednesday, January 25, 2023
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LOS ANGELES, Jan. 25, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Saint Vinson Eugene Allen Foundation will donate $50,000 to assist special needs families across the country.

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  • LOS ANGELES, Jan. 25, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Saint Vinson Eugene Allen Foundation will donate $50,000 to assist special needs families across the country.
  • Dr. Vinson Eugene Allen and his wife, Dr. Connie Yu Allen, foundation founders, named the program Hand-Up in honor of their autistic 9-year-old son.
  • The Saint Vinson Eugene Allen Foundation has sponsored many families across the nation with free gas cards and has provided the Los Angeles homeless population with free Covid-19 testing.
  • The Saint Vinson Eugene Allen Foundation has been a legendary pillar in the community during tough times.