Article | January 23, 2024Screen Time and Autism Spectrum Disorder: What to Know and Avoid Learn the facts about screen time and autism spectrum disorder. Explore what current research says, what to watch for, and tips for making mindful choices that support wellbeing. Read article
In the news | January 9, 2024Supporting Siblings of Neurodivergent Kids Catalight’s Chief Clinical Officer Doreen Samelson, Ed.D., joined the Beautifully Complex podcast to discuss the emotional impact neurodivergent children can have on their neurotypical siblings. Read News
Article | December 8, 2023Introducing the Catalight Language Guidelines Words are important. In telling a person’s story, we want to make sure that person’s preference on how they’re portrayed is upheld. It’s necessary, however, to have a baseline direction for language use for articles, copywriting, news, presentations, social media and other forms of communication. As such, we’ve developed the Catalight Language Guidelines to serve … Read article
Article | October 31, 2023How Should You Celebrate Down Syndrome Awareness Month? By Being You Kyler Sipat, a 20-year-old with Down syndrome, is a fun-loving, sports fan and guitar player who embodies the spirit of youthful independence. During Down Syndrome Awareness Month, he celebrates his personality and breaks down stigmas, showing that his condition is just one aspect of his vibrant life. Read article
Article | October 26, 2023A Fun Halloween for Children with Developmental Disabilities Tips on how parents can create a memorable Halloween for the whole family. Read article
Article | October 11, 2023Learn More About Profound Intellectual and Multiple Disabilities Explore the lives of over seven million Americans with intellectual disabilities, focusing on the one to two percent with profound intellectual and multiple disabilities (PIMD), and learn about the available treatment options and support for them and their families. Read article
In the news | October 3, 2023The Term Neurodiversity Is Good, But Not Good Enough Neurodiversity has changed how we see brain differences, but it may leave out those with significant intellectual disabilities. The article explores why the term isn’t enough. Read News
Article | September 14, 2023Words Matter Person-first vs. identity-first language in autism communication matters. Catalight’s guidelines promote respectful, person-centered communication for neurodiverse communities and effective advocacy in autism care. Read article
Article | May 23, 2023Catalight on the World Stage Catalight shares insights from the 2023 International Society of Global Research conference where work on their Wellbeing Scales and Caregiver Led ABA care was presented. Read article
Article | May 23, 2023One Size Doesn’t Fit All Flexible, person-centered care drives outcomes and wellbeing. Catalight offers new tools and programs, tailoring treatments to drive the best outcomes for individuals and their family. Read article
