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Active Shooter Social Story
This social story developed ASERT along with PEMA, provides a visual explanation of how to handle an active shooter situation.
Read moreAvoid Coronavirus Scams
This resource from the Federal Trade Commission provides information on avoiding Coronavirus scams.
Read moreBeing a Careful Reader of Coronavirus Information
This resource provides tips and suggestions for making sure that you're getting the best and most trustworthy information related to coronavirus.
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Caring for Pets and Livestock During an Emergency
This social story developed by ASERT along with PEMA, provides a visual explanation of how to care for pets or livestock in the case of an emergency situation.
Read moreConsciousness
Consciousness refers to a person’s awareness. It could be an awareness of ourselves or the things around us. Consciousness is strongly influenced by the parts of our brains that we use for planning, problem-solving and other complicated tasks.
Read moreDecision Making for the COVID-19 Vaccine
This resource, developed by ASERT in collaboration with Dr. Venkat from Allegheny Health Network and Dr. Migyanka from Indiana University of Pennsylvania provides answers to some of the most frequently asked questions about the COVID-19 vaccine to help individuals make informed decisions.
Read moreDefining Trauma
Around the world, about 7 out of every 10 people go through a traumatic experience during their life. Going through trauma in the past increases your chances of having more trauma in the future.
Read moreDifficulties and Frustrations
Recently there have been more efforts to support people with disabilities to get mental health treatment. There are some things that can make this treatment more difficult. This resource highlights three of the main challenges in offering treatment to individuals with disabilities.
Read moreEducating the Emergency Department
This resource was developed for parents/caregivers and self-advocates on educating your local emergency department about being on the spectrum.
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