KU Life Span Institute
@kulifespan.bsky.social
Research at the University of Kansas to support human health and development in pursuit of solutions that empower people's lives.
If your goal this seasons is to keep your holiday clear and bright, check out our tips to stay in control of alcohol intake from Michael Amlung at the Cofrin Logan Center for Addiction Research and Treatment. https://loom.ly/8Y9jZ6g
#SoberCelebration #MerryChristmas #HappyNewYear
#SoberCelebration #MerryChristmas #HappyNewYear
How to manage alcohol intake this holiday season
Whether you’re interested in managing your health, avoiding additional stress, or just staying in control, these tips can help you and your guests manage your alcohol intake.
lifespan.ku.edu
December 22, 2025 at 3:06 PM
If your goal this seasons is to keep your holiday clear and bright, check out our tips to stay in control of alcohol intake from Michael Amlung at the Cofrin Logan Center for Addiction Research and Treatment. https://loom.ly/8Y9jZ6g
#SoberCelebration #MerryChristmas #HappyNewYear
#SoberCelebration #MerryChristmas #HappyNewYear
Kathryn Bigelow of @junipergardensku.bsky.social is among the scientists featured by KU for her impact on the development of language and social-emotional skills in early #childhood. Read how #KUresearch is building brighter futures: https://loom.ly/WPqhY1Q
December 19, 2025 at 5:06 PM
Kathryn Bigelow of @junipergardensku.bsky.social is among the scientists featured by KU for her impact on the development of language and social-emotional skills in early #childhood. Read how #KUresearch is building brighter futures: https://loom.ly/WPqhY1Q
A KU study to increase access to fitness for people with disabilities is expanding. In #Lawrence, so is Kaw Valley CrossFit, with increased space for adapted equipment and training. The public is invited to a ribbon cutting at 4 p.m. Dec. 19 to learn more. https://loom.ly/htRwLhs
Grant to expand community-based research project focused on people with mobility disabilities
With new federal funding, a University of Kansas project is expanding access to exercise for people with disabilities. Life Span Institute researcher Lyndsie Koon says the community-based functional fitness program has shown strong results.
lifespan.ku.edu
December 18, 2025 at 6:03 PM
A KU study to increase access to fitness for people with disabilities is expanding. In #Lawrence, so is Kaw Valley CrossFit, with increased space for adapted equipment and training. The public is invited to a ribbon cutting at 4 p.m. Dec. 19 to learn more. https://loom.ly/htRwLhs
Hosting loved ones for the #holidays this year? Make sure your home is just as inviting for those with mobility #disabilities with our helpful guide. https://loom.ly/NZjiAsI
December 17, 2025 at 3:05 PM
Hosting loved ones for the #holidays this year? Make sure your home is just as inviting for those with mobility #disabilities with our helpful guide. https://loom.ly/NZjiAsI
KU graduate student Jennifer Whiteford Houk learned about assistive technology—and thought of her 9-year-old son, Fox. With guidance, Fox adapted a toy so a child with a disability could play independently. Read more: https://loom.ly/9Cr4e0s
December 15, 2025 at 5:05 PM
KU graduate student Jennifer Whiteford Houk learned about assistive technology—and thought of her 9-year-old son, Fox. With guidance, Fox adapted a toy so a child with a disability could play independently. Read more: https://loom.ly/9Cr4e0s
KU Life Span Institute staff welcomed Nicki from the Lawrence Humane Society to their offices for a visit this week through the Mass Street Mutts program. Nicki delighted staff and was ready to be office ambassador.
More info on adopting Nicki is at 24Petconnect: https://loom.ly/zRaouVE
More info on adopting Nicki is at 24Petconnect: https://loom.ly/zRaouVE
December 12, 2025 at 5:05 PM
KU Life Span Institute staff welcomed Nicki from the Lawrence Humane Society to their offices for a visit this week through the Mass Street Mutts program. Nicki delighted staff and was ready to be office ambassador.
More info on adopting Nicki is at 24Petconnect: https://loom.ly/zRaouVE
More info on adopting Nicki is at 24Petconnect: https://loom.ly/zRaouVE
Autistic children are more likely to experience gastrointestinal (GI) problems. Researchers at the Laboratory of Affective Sensory Research are working to better understand why.
Learn about options for participating in the study at https://loom.ly/lb_0c-s
#KUresearch #AutismResearch #autistic
Learn about options for participating in the study at https://loom.ly/lb_0c-s
#KUresearch #AutismResearch #autistic
December 12, 2025 at 3:07 PM
Autistic children are more likely to experience gastrointestinal (GI) problems. Researchers at the Laboratory of Affective Sensory Research are working to better understand why.
Learn about options for participating in the study at https://loom.ly/lb_0c-s
#KUresearch #AutismResearch #autistic
Learn about options for participating in the study at https://loom.ly/lb_0c-s
#KUresearch #AutismResearch #autistic
Undergraduate students with Center for the Advancement of Research on Eating Behaviors are sharpening their #SciCom skills by breaking down #EatingDisorders research into clear, plain-language visuals.
December 11, 2025 at 3:05 PM
Undergraduate students with Center for the Advancement of Research on Eating Behaviors are sharpening their #SciCom skills by breaking down #EatingDisorders research into clear, plain-language visuals.
Affiliated researcher Linda Heitzman-Powell developed a program called OASIS that helps families apply evidenced-based strategies to help #autistic children succeed.
Read how it all began in article from @kansasreflector.com at: https://loom.ly/3zAjE1o
Read how it all began in article from @kansasreflector.com at: https://loom.ly/3zAjE1o
December 9, 2025 at 3:05 PM
Affiliated researcher Linda Heitzman-Powell developed a program called OASIS that helps families apply evidenced-based strategies to help #autistic children succeed.
Read how it all began in article from @kansasreflector.com at: https://loom.ly/3zAjE1o
Read how it all began in article from @kansasreflector.com at: https://loom.ly/3zAjE1o
Celebrating 60+ years of impact! The latest issue of Education and Treatment of Children spotlights the groundbreaking work of @junipergardensku.bsky.social. Read the full issue: https://loom.ly/x4PbbZw
#ChildDevelopment #KansasCity #KUresearch
#ChildDevelopment #KansasCity #KUresearch
December 5, 2025 at 5:04 PM
Celebrating 60+ years of impact! The latest issue of Education and Treatment of Children spotlights the groundbreaking work of @junipergardensku.bsky.social. Read the full issue: https://loom.ly/x4PbbZw
#ChildDevelopment #KansasCity #KUresearch
#ChildDevelopment #KansasCity #KUresearch
The new Center for the Advancement of Research on Eating Behaviors is featured in the latest edition of the Crimson & Blue. Learn how we're improving what we know about eating disorders to help more people get the treatment they need. 🔗 https://loom.ly/tPAPkvk
#EDtreatment #MentalHealth
#EDtreatment #MentalHealth
December 4, 2025 at 3:04 PM
The new Center for the Advancement of Research on Eating Behaviors is featured in the latest edition of the Crimson & Blue. Learn how we're improving what we know about eating disorders to help more people get the treatment they need. 🔗 https://loom.ly/tPAPkvk
#EDtreatment #MentalHealth
#EDtreatment #MentalHealth
Experts in #autism research at KU Life Span Institute are among those concerned by the latest attempts to incorrectly link this complex developmental disorder to vaccinations.
Read the full story in the @kansasreflector.com: https://loom.ly/p2exoh8
Read the full story in the @kansasreflector.com: https://loom.ly/p2exoh8
Kansas autism researchers concerned about misinformation on federal website • Kansas Reflector
A new page on a federal website that provides inaccurate information about vaccines and autism is concerning to some Kansans.
kansasreflector.com
December 3, 2025 at 3:05 PM
Experts in #autism research at KU Life Span Institute are among those concerned by the latest attempts to incorrectly link this complex developmental disorder to vaccinations.
Read the full story in the @kansasreflector.com: https://loom.ly/p2exoh8
Read the full story in the @kansasreflector.com: https://loom.ly/p2exoh8
Nearly 17% of Americans meet the definition of having a substance use disorder, but less than 10% are in treatment. Researchers at the Cofrin Logan Center are working to understand substance use and how negative social bias can it harder to seek treatment. #SubstanceUse #Addiction #Treatment
December 2, 2025 at 3:06 PM
Nearly 17% of Americans meet the definition of having a substance use disorder, but less than 10% are in treatment. Researchers at the Cofrin Logan Center are working to understand substance use and how negative social bias can it harder to seek treatment. #SubstanceUse #Addiction #Treatment
Your chance of getting a #disability increases as you age. While only 18% of the population aged 18-44 have a disability, by age 65, nearly half will have a disability. Our research informs disability policy to increase #accessibility and supports for people with disabilities of all ages.
December 1, 2025 at 3:04 PM
Your chance of getting a #disability increases as you age. While only 18% of the population aged 18-44 have a disability, by age 65, nearly half will have a disability. Our research informs disability policy to increase #accessibility and supports for people with disabilities of all ages.
Pregnant? Eat more fish, not less. That's according to #research involving KU and others showing the benefits of omega-3 fatty acids to prevent preterm birth and improve brain development. https://loom.ly/WND1YBM
#PrenatalNutrition #InTheNews
#PrenatalNutrition #InTheNews
Why Pregnant Women Should Be Eating More Fish
Ignore the old warnings about mercury.
www.bloomberg.com
November 20, 2025 at 6:03 PM
Pregnant? Eat more fish, not less. That's according to #research involving KU and others showing the benefits of omega-3 fatty acids to prevent preterm birth and improve brain development. https://loom.ly/WND1YBM
#PrenatalNutrition #InTheNews
#PrenatalNutrition #InTheNews
When her daughter was diagnosed with #autism, Veronica Fernandez felt lost — until she found OASIS at KU. “They really give you hope,” Veronica said. Through virtual coaching and parent training, she found tools to support her child's needs and development. https://loom.ly/dhjZgIs
#ASD #ABA
#ASD #ABA
Parents of autistic children find training, support through online OASIS program
OASIS at the University of Kansas helps caregivers of autistic children learn evidence-based strategies founded on behavioral science, serving as a critical bridge between diagnosis and intervention.
lifespan.ku.edu
November 19, 2025 at 3:06 PM
When her daughter was diagnosed with #autism, Veronica Fernandez felt lost — until she found OASIS at KU. “They really give you hope,” Veronica said. Through virtual coaching and parent training, she found tools to support her child's needs and development. https://loom.ly/dhjZgIs
#ASD #ABA
#ASD #ABA
Disabled students often face additional barriers after high school — but the right tools and support can make a difference. With renewed federal funding, @kucdisabilities.bsky.social will continue strategies to improve outcomes. 🔗 https://loom.ly/Pe5bLhI
KU advances tools and supports to improve postschool outcomes for students with disabilities with $1.8M federal grant
For the 3 million students who graduate from high school each year, transitioning to what’s next can be an even bigger struggle, particularly for those with disabilities, who have historically been less likely to graduate from high school and attain positive postschool outcomes.
lifespan.ku.edu
November 18, 2025 at 3:04 PM
Disabled students often face additional barriers after high school — but the right tools and support can make a difference. With renewed federal funding, @kucdisabilities.bsky.social will continue strategies to improve outcomes. 🔗 https://loom.ly/Pe5bLhI
Congratulations to Bryan Cisler at @junipergardensku.bsky.social who was named employee of the month for October 2025 for his dedication to developing accessible and innovative technology that improves outcomes for young children.
November 14, 2025 at 5:04 PM
Congratulations to Bryan Cisler at @junipergardensku.bsky.social who was named employee of the month for October 2025 for his dedication to developing accessible and innovative technology that improves outcomes for young children.
Join the Office of Civil Rights & Title IX on Nov. 19 for the next Belonging @ KU event! Panelists from Life Span Institute will explore disability identity and what accessibility and belonging look like on our campuses.
Learn more: https://loom.ly/P4wohXI
Learn more: https://loom.ly/P4wohXI
November 13, 2025 at 3:05 PM
Join the Office of Civil Rights & Title IX on Nov. 19 for the next Belonging @ KU event! Panelists from Life Span Institute will explore disability identity and what accessibility and belonging look like on our campuses.
Learn more: https://loom.ly/P4wohXI
Learn more: https://loom.ly/P4wohXI
Need a good reason to share a book? Narrative language skills, or the ability to understand, tell and retell stories, are a critical part of communication and #literacy. They can also help develop social skills and empathy. #Reading #ChildDevelopment
November 10, 2025 at 5:05 PM
Need a good reason to share a book? Narrative language skills, or the ability to understand, tell and retell stories, are a critical part of communication and #literacy. They can also help develop social skills and empathy. #Reading #ChildDevelopment
🎧 Did you know? The University of Kansas is home to the Audio-Reader Network, a service that helps individuals who are #blind, visually impaired, or print-disabled access news, information—and now, the arts! Learn more: https://loom.ly/KFms4Uk
New Audio-Reader grant aims to expand regional arts accessibility
The Arts Accessibility Forum, funded through a grant from the Kansas Arts Commission, aims to bring together arts professionals with members of the disability community to discuss methods of increasing the number and quality of accessible arts experiences across Kansas and beyond.
news.ku.edu
November 7, 2025 at 5:05 PM
🎧 Did you know? The University of Kansas is home to the Audio-Reader Network, a service that helps individuals who are #blind, visually impaired, or print-disabled access news, information—and now, the arts! Learn more: https://loom.ly/KFms4Uk
A federal grant to @kucdisabilities.bsky.social will improve access to university education for students with intellectual disabilities.Learn more: https://loom.ly/3lpS24U
#ThinkCollege #IDD #Kansas
#ThinkCollege #IDD #Kansas
November 6, 2025 at 3:06 PM
A federal grant to @kucdisabilities.bsky.social will improve access to university education for students with intellectual disabilities.Learn more: https://loom.ly/3lpS24U
#ThinkCollege #IDD #Kansas
#ThinkCollege #IDD #Kansas
Attention #KUresearchers, want to better communicate your #research with the public? Make plans to attend the #ScienceCommunication workshop at 11:30 a.m. Nov. 14. Registration/details: https://loom.ly/bjTnjp8
November 5, 2025 at 3:05 PM
Attention #KUresearchers, want to better communicate your #research with the public? Make plans to attend the #ScienceCommunication workshop at 11:30 a.m. Nov. 14. Registration/details: https://loom.ly/bjTnjp8
Attention #researchers! @drlauraschmidt.bsky.social will discuss ultra-processed foods and their connection to tobacco companies our final fall lecture series. https://loom.ly/X8mjnTE
⏰ 11:30 a.m. Nov. 7
📍In person and live-stream options available
⏰ 11:30 a.m. Nov. 7
📍In person and live-stream options available
November 4, 2025 at 3:05 PM
Attention #researchers! @drlauraschmidt.bsky.social will discuss ultra-processed foods and their connection to tobacco companies our final fall lecture series. https://loom.ly/X8mjnTE
⏰ 11:30 a.m. Nov. 7
📍In person and live-stream options available
⏰ 11:30 a.m. Nov. 7
📍In person and live-stream options available
When a child is diagnosed with #autism, parents can struggle with what to do next, especially if intervention options are limited. The OASIS training program can help parents and others gain the tools to support their #autistic child's development. Learn more: https://loom.ly/dhjZgIs #ABA #ASD
Parents of autistic children find training and support through online OASIS program
OASIS aims to help families and caregivers learn evidence-based strategies founded on behavioral science, such as Applied Behavior Analysis.
lifespan.ku.edu
November 3, 2025 at 3:04 PM
When a child is diagnosed with #autism, parents can struggle with what to do next, especially if intervention options are limited. The OASIS training program can help parents and others gain the tools to support their #autistic child's development. Learn more: https://loom.ly/dhjZgIs #ABA #ASD