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Monthly Archives: October 2010
Tattoos for Autism: Wisconsin
Posted in Autism America, Autism Wisconsin Tagged Amanda Mrozek, autism fundraiser, autism wisconsin, expressions ink, news 7, phil levin, Randy Waldherr, wausau, wisconsin Comments closed
Autism: Early Intervention, Education and the Aftermath
The rising prevalence of autism in the United States has been a topic of discussion for some time now. New statistics that are being revealed by the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) and other health organizations indicate that autism presently affects around 1 in every 90-110 children. I have touched on topics in the past [...]
Posted in Autism Money, Autism Resources, Autism Treatment, Featured Tagged autism 1 in 90, autism aid, Autism Money, autism usa, autism votes, autism-program, early intervention Comments closed
Autism Symptoms in Girls Not Taken Seriously
According to a recent study from the University of Gothenburg, as we approach equality in the workplace, home, and other areas of society between men and women, it remains apparent that there is a still a disparity between young boys and girls when it comes to identification and treatment of autism and ADHD.
Posted in Autism Research, Autism Symptoms Tagged adhd, Autism, healthcare system, Sahlgrenska Universit, Sahlgrenska University Hospital, Svenny Kopp, University of Gothenburg Comments closed
Augmentative and Alternative Communication Intervention for Children and Adults with Autism
Augmentative and Alternative Communication Intervention for Children and Adults with Autism, a presentation by Stephen von Tetzchner, Ph.D., was originally debuted at Icare4autism’s 2010 International Autism Conference. The conference was held in Jerusalem, Israel at the Ramada- Renaissance and attracted over 600 attendees from around the globe. Thirty autism experts spoke at the event.
Posted in Autism Conferences, Autism Education, Autism International, Autism Resources Tagged adults with autism, Alternative Communication Intervention, Augmentative and Alternative Communication Intervention, Augmentative and Alternative Communication Intervention for Children and Adults with Autism, Augmentative Communication Intervention, Berkeley autism, Massey University, Palmerston North autism, Pretoria University autism, University of California autism Comments closed
The Sibling Connection in Autism: Could Subtle Traces Give Us Answers?
In a recent study led by Dr. John N. Constantino, of Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis, research sought to evaluate the connection between children with ASD and their siblings. More than 1,200 families in the Interactive Autism Network participated and findings of the study indicated that the genes behind autism in one child may contribute to less serious problems in that child’s siblings.
Posted in Autism News, Autism Research, Autism Symptoms Tagged American Journal of Psychiatry autism siblings connection, American Journal of Psychiatry autism siblings Dr. Constantino, American Journal of Psychiatry Dr. Constantino autism, Autism John N. Constantino of Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis, Autism Siblings John N. Constantino of Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis, autism siblings subtle traces, autism trend siblings, families children with autism, gene connection autism children siblings, John N. Constantino, John N. Constantino of Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis, of Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis, siblings of children with autism Comments closed
Lack of Yawning Can Be An Indicator of Autism
A new study has reported that children with autism often fail to yawn contagiously (yawning upon seeing someone else yawn). Read the surprising details about how autism and yawning relate, as found in this new study.
Posted in Autism News, Autism Research Tagged children with autism, emotional contagion, facial expressions, learning empathy, Molly Helt, social bonds, social-skills, University of Connecticut, yawning contagiously Comments closed
Autism in Love: Dating, Marriage and Confusion in an Aspie Relationship
Falling in love with a man or woman and making a family is all a part of the American dream. However, for the parents of children with autism, this question can be a point of sheer confusion, and for many mothers I have spoken to this is a regular occurrence in their daily prayer to their belief in a higher power. Find out how an Aspie couple blended into a perfect match.
Posted in Autism in the Family, Autism New York, Autism Relationships Tagged adult autism, aspie couple, aspie relationship, autism couple, autism love story, autism relationships Comments closed
Autism in the Developing World
Autism in the Developing World, a presentation by Dhavendra Kumar, was originally debuted at Icare4autism’s 2010 International Autism Conference. The conference was held in Jerusalem, Israel at the Ramada- Renaissance and attracted over 600 attendees from around the globe. Thirty autism experts spoke at the event.
Posted in Autism Conferences, Autism International, Autism Resources Tagged American Board of Medical Genetics, American College of Medical Genetics, Cardiff University, Cardiovascular Genetics, Consultant in Clinical Genetics, Dhavendra Kumar, Genetic disorders of the Indian Subcontinent-Springer, Genomics and Clinical Medicine, genomics in developing countries, Hon. Senior Research Fellow, Human Genome Organization, human health and promoting genetics, india autism, Institute of Medical Genetics, King George's Medical College, Medical Genetics, official journal of the Human Genome Organization, Pediatrics and Child Health, Principles and Practice of Clinical Cardiovascular Genetics, Royal Colleges of Physicians, University Hospital of Wales, University of Lucknow, Wales Autism Comments closed
Anonymous Donor Sponsors New Autism Drug
Recently, an affluent family has been donating funds to a drug company that is focused on treating this Fragile X Syndrome. Are they are closer to this miracle drug? Have they already figured out the secrets to the syndrome?
Posted in Autism Alternative Treatment, Autism News, Autism Research Tagged Chemical and Engineering news, Fragile X Syndome, genetic cause, Seaside Therapeutics Comments closed
Gender Bias: Finding Answers To Why Autism Affects More Males Than Females
Why is it that boys are more likely to have autism than girls? Is there a gender bias? Is this number going to change in the near future? Find out what researchers say, after completing a new study on chromosomes.
Posted in Autism Awareness, Autism Causes, Autism Research Tagged ASD PTCHD1 gene, Autism CAMH, Autsim Molecular Neuropsychiatry and Development Laboratory (CAMH), Autsim Molecular Neuropsychiatry and Development Laboratory (CAMH) The Centre for Applied Genomics SickKids McLaughlin Centre (University of Toronto, Boys autism, boys girls autism, Dr. John B. Vincent Autism, Dr. John B. Vincent Autism gene research, Dr. John B. Vincent CAMH Autism, Gender Autism research, PTCHD1 gene autism, PTCHD1 gene boys ASD autism, PTCHD1 gene Dr. John B. Vincent autism Comments closed
