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Mom: 'Marijuana Saved' Autistic Son's Life
... that has gained attention recently is one that was controversial well before its first mention in connection with autism. "At first I did some research, and I found a doctor who actually had a protocol for medical marijuana in children diagnosed ... Comment?
FDA Approves Bristol-Myers Squibb Company , Otsuka Pharmaceutical...
... had a Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-IV) diagnosis of autistic disorder, confirmed by the Autism Diagnostic Interview-Revised, and exhibited behaviors such as tantrums, aggression, self-injurious behavior, or a ... Comment?
New Altadena preschool designed to accommodate children with autism
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Nina Middlebrooks, center, instructor for children with autism helping children wash their toy animals Friday November 20, 2009. Comment?
Fundraiser benefits The Right Step Sponsorship Fund for disabled kids in Jackson
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... event served as a fundraiser for The Right Step Sponsorship Fund, which gives children with disabilities such as autism and cerebral palsy access to horseback riding as a form of therapy. FOR MORE INFO For more information on The Right Step Therapy ... Comment?
Autism 101: Communication with your child's teacher is key
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Here we are, just about on half of the way through the school year. How are things going? When you have a child with an autism spectrum disorder , it is almost impossible to know for sure- unless you are communicating meaningfully with your child's teacher. Comment?
A unique event to discuss Autism and employment was held at Goldsmiths, University of London this week. Comment?
Bullied Chris turned on tormentors
... Yorkshire, has Asperger syndrome and lives in Sunderland. He moved to the area three years ago to attend a specialist autism college and is studying for his Btec in business studies. He regularly goes home to see his family and meets his girlfriend ... Comment?
I think I might have Asperger's. What should I do?
... become easier to deal with since she's decided I have AS, and my mother says she's wondered for years if I had mild autism. It just seems so late in the game, so to speak, for this to come up. I'm afraid that if I am determined to have AS, that I'll ... Comment?
... did this to herself. Her first book, "More than Words", was about her son, progress and love. It included alternative autism treatments such as the gluten-free casein-free diet, but that wasn't really the focus. It was a great book that most people ... Comment?
Study looks at facial expressions
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... aims to learn whether there are differences in the way autistic children recognise faces. Psychologists in the Oxford Autism Research Group are using a technique called magnetoencephalography (MEG) to map brain activity in children. The reactions of ... Comment?
Alternative autism therapies should be approached with caution
An article in today's Chicago Tribune details alternative autism therapies and their potential risks. Comment?
Pittsburgh Asperger woman rallies supporters with Obama letter for Autism Services Bill
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A local Pittsburgh woman, Caitlin Freeman, is rallying national attention for the Autism Services Bill during the current health care reform legislation with her website, www.ALettertoObama.com . Caitlin and her partner, Phil Garrow, both diagnosed with Asperger Syndrome as adults, have been working with PA Congressman Mike Doyle's office to ... Comment?
Neurofeedback proves effective in treating numerous disorders
... TBI. Another effort is currently under way to lobby the State to mandate the same coverage for those being treated autism spectrum disorders. Neurofeedback all begins with a process of reteaching the brain. The central nervous system has a set point ... Comment?
The Center for Spectrum Services, , an agency that educates and supports students with autism and their families throughout the Mid-Hudson Valley, has produced a 30-minute educational documentary, 'The Asperger's Difference: For and about young people with Asperger's Syndrome,' exploring the stories of three young people with Asperger Syndrome, a ... Comment?
As Simi Valley dad revives comedy career, daughter is following him to footlights
... gives Guido a lot of material. "In my family, we've got ADD, ADHD. I don't even have HDTV. We have Asperger's and autism," Guido said onstage one night at J.R.'s Comedy Club in Valencia. "My wife and I finally realized it was easier and cheaper just ... Comment?
5. Study: Eye reaction may detect autism
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Researchers have found that a simple response in the eyes from a flash of light may reveal children with autism. Comment?
Melding Aspie and Autie for a new and improved label
Not only was the parent at fault due to Bruno Bettleheim's "refrigerator mother" theory that blamed the mother's lack of love for her child's autism, the child's future was grim. Comment?
Residents oppose development of facility for autistic children near Binghamton Zoo
... she said. The project is part of a statewide demonstration pilot aiming to improve treatment of those with autism and provide them with services that will allow them to be part of a community. The project has received opposition from Southern Tier ... Comment?
... - or end it Posted on Sat, Nov. 21, 2009 Karen Heller: A false promise of help Pa. intended Act 62 to cover some autism costs but it hasn't. By Karen Heller Inquirer Columnist With the passage of Act 62 in July 2008, Pennsylvania appeared primed to ... Comment?
Life Sciences Group identifies amino acid imbalance as factor contributing to autism and ASD
... Outcomes' Life Sciences Group shared a press release announcing their most recent findings regarding factors causing autism and other neurological disorders. The release states that "By early 2009, the Life Sciences group of The Center was able to ... Comment?