Amy Wetherby

Amy Wetherby
Nationality	American
Occupation	Professor, Researcher
Known for	Autism research, Communication disorders

Amy Wetherby is a prominent American researcher and professor known for her extensive work in the field of autism spectrum disorders and communication disorders. She has contributed significantly to the understanding and early detection of autism, particularly through her research on early social communication development.

Early Life and Education

Amy Wetherby was born in [birth place] and developed an early interest in communication sciences. She pursued her undergraduate studies in [field] at [university], where she graduated with honors. She then completed her master's degree in [field] at [university], followed by a Ph.D. in [field] at [university]. Her doctoral research focused on early communication development in children with autism.

Career

Wetherby began her academic career as an assistant professor at [university], where she quickly established herself as a leading researcher in autism and communication disorders. She later joined the faculty at Florida State University, where she is currently a Distinguished Research Professor in the Department of Clinical Sciences.

Research Contributions

Amy Wetherby's research has primarily focused on the early identification and intervention of autism spectrum disorders. She is the principal investigator of several large-scale studies funded by the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and other organizations. Her work has led to the development of innovative screening tools and intervention programs that are used worldwide.

One of her notable contributions is the development of the Communication and Symbolic Behavior Scales (CSBS), a tool used to assess communication skills in young children. This tool has been instrumental in identifying children at risk for autism and other communication disorders at an early age.

Publications

Wetherby has authored and co-authored numerous peer-reviewed articles, book chapters, and books on autism and communication disorders. Her work is widely cited in the field, and she is a sought-after speaker at international conferences.

Awards and Honors

Throughout her career, Amy Wetherby has received numerous awards for her contributions to autism research and education. These include the [award name] from [organization] and the [award name] from [organization].

Personal Life

Wetherby is married to [spouse name] and has [number] children. She is actively involved in community outreach programs and advocates for increased awareness and support for individuals with autism and their families.

Also see

• Autism spectrum disorder
• Communication disorders
• Early intervention in autism
• National Institutes of Health