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Media Watch Letters
May 4, 2025 Dear Corinne Purtill, We are writing in response to your article: “Key takeaways from our investigation into the science behind an alternative autism therapy.” In this article, you discuss the findings of The Los Angeles Times investigation into magnetic e-resonance therapy (MERT) as a treatment for autism. MERT is a variation of…
April 20, 2025 Dear Ms. Bellisle and Ms. Boone, We deeply appreciate your coverage of the tragic death of Victor Perez, a teenager mistakenly reported to 911 as an intoxicated man with a knife who was shot by officers just twelve seconds after they arrived at the scene. We thank you for respectfully highlighting Perez’s…
April 13, 2025 Dear Ms. McGorry, Thank you for highlighting the use of improv-based approaches to support autistic individuals in your article titled,“Unique therapy helps some young people with autism interact better with others”. At ASAT, we seek to promote evidence-based treatment and highlight efforts made to support autistic individuals and their families. We appreciate…
February 23, 2025 Dear Mr. Paul Barry, We are writing in response to your news segment published on ABC’s Media Watch website: “Autism Lasers.” We would like to commend you for highlighting the potential dangers of red light therapy as a treatment for autism. Families navigating autism diagnosis and treatment are often overwhelmed, and misleading…
1/29/2025 Dear Ms. Waldman, We are writing in response to your article, “UnitedHealth is strategically limiting access to critical treatment for kids with autism.” Thank you for raising awareness of this important issue. According to the federal government, applied behavior analysis (ABA) is a protected benefit and legislators at state level have passed laws mandating…
January 27, 2025 Dear Skeptical Inquirer, The Association for Science in Autism Treatment (ASAT) would like to highlight a recent article by Dr. Stuart Vyse and the Skeptical Inquirer. The Telepathy Tapes: A Dangerous Cornucopia of Pseudoscience critically reviews the recently released and highly popular podcast The Telepathy Tapes. Throughout his analysis, Dr. Vyse delivers…
December 15, 2024 Dear Dr. Hartley, We are writing in response to your recent article, “Centering Cultural Sensitivity in Applied Behavior Analysis.” Thank you for your insightful remarks on the vital importance of recognizing and celebrating diversity within the autism community. Your thoughtful analysis not only raises awareness of the need for cultural sensitivity, but…
November 18, 2024 Dear Ms. Oak: Thank you for your article titled “UM-Flint’s Officer Friendly Day promotes positive interactions between autistic people and law enforcement.” We were delighted to read that the University of Michigan-Flint provided a platform for individuals with autism and their families to connect with law enforcement! Although the event has passed,…
November 25, 2024 Dear Ms. Hawkins, I hope this message finds you well. On behalf of the Association for Science in Autism Treatment (ASAT), we are writing in response to your article, “America’s Most Popular Autism Therapy May Not Work — and May Seriously Harm Patients’ Mental Health.” We appreciate the time and research you…
Dear Ms. Senator, We want to thank you for sharing your personal experiences and helpful advice in your recent article titled My Autistic Son Asked to Call Mom, published by Psychology Today, about your son asking to “call mom” while at his day program. Your perspective of this situation is useful for both parents and…
Dear Nick Johnstone, We recently had the opportunity to read your insightful article, “Autism: Diagnosis Before Kindergarten Has Therapy Benefits,” and wanted to commend you for highlighting the critical importance of early intervention in autism care. Your thorough exploration of the benefits associated with early diagnosis and intervention for both children and their caregivers is…