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New Autism Journal Coming in 2009
Editors Kerry Cohen, Phoebe Gleeson and Brittney Corrigan prepare for 2009 release of their new online autism journal.
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Autism and Vaccinations – Major Study Retracted
The Lancet has definitively retracted Dr. Andrew Wakefield's long-maligned 1998 study connecting the MMR vaccine to autism.
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Autism and Epilepsy
Understanding the relationship between autism and epilepsy will help researchers develop treatment plans for individuals with both conditions.
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Autism and Reading Comprehension
For many children with autism, comprehending the text can be difficult. Regular education teachers must have strategies to help all students understand what they read.
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Children with Autism Face More Bullying
Children on the autism spectrum are bullied more frequently than their typically developing peers. However, children on the spectrum also perceive bullying differently.
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Early Functional Play's Relationship to Autism
Infant siblings of children with autism were studied to determine how their functional, symbolic, and repetitive play differs from typically developing peers.
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Autism Among the Amish
Some people have alleged that certain Amish groups do not vaccinate and as a result do not have autism in their communities. Both of these assertions are false.
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Using the GFCF Diet to Treat Autism: An Overview
Successfully treating autism through the gluten-free, casein-free diet takes diligence. But many parents who stick with it report huge gains in their autistic children.
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The Lancet Retracts Childhood Immunization Study
For over 10 years, parents and physicians have struggled with the question related to childhood immunizations and whether or not they are safe.
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Theories on What Causes Autism
Researchers around the world are trying to determine what causes autism. In the search for the answer, many interesting theories have been published.
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The Autism Epidemic and Vaccinations
Some parents and researchers have asserted that vaccines are indicted as a cause of autism. A careful review of the facts reveals this statement to be quite false.
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Autism Rates Amongst Children Reported Higher
A recent study estimates that 673,000 U.S. children have Autism Spectrum Disorder. Learn more Autistic Disorder, Asperger Syndrome and Pervasive Developmental Disorder.
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Autism Causes and Research
Some people have suggested that autism is a form of mercury poisoning. A new study has found that autistic children have normal levels of mercury in their blood.
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Autism Diagnosis Rates Not on the Rise
Autism rates have risen. Yet a closer look finds that the number of children diagnosed with mental retardation and learning disabilities has fallen at the same time.
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Vaccines Not Guilty -- Do Not Cause Autism
Many parents and some authorities believe routine childhood vaccinations cause autism, while studies do not support the assertion.
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Autism Signs and Epidemiology
Autism is a condition that strikes thousands of children in the United States. Causes autism are not fully understood, but parents can learn what symptoms to look for.
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Autism and Down Syndrome
The co-existence of Down syndrome and an autism spectrum disorder is the focus of more research studies; the result of these dual diagnosis studies will help parents.
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Oxytocin Shows Potential as Treatment for Autism
A study shows that the hormone oxytocin promoted social behaviors such as eye contact in autistic individuals, adding to evidence that it may help treat autism.
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Self-Diagnosing Asperger's Syndrome
As awareness about autism spectrum disorders increases, a new trend is emerging: adults self-diagnosing Asperger's Syndrome.
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Autism Symptoms and Mercury Poisoning
Some commentators have argued that the symptoms of autism are the same as the symptoms of mercury poisoning. A careful examination of the facts reveals otherwise.
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Autism: Valproate Accused As Risk
Among ten children who developed autism, seven had mothers who took an epilepsy drug while pregnant, and four had specifically taken valproate.
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Measles Mumps Rubella (MMR) Vaccine and Autism
A British medical journal has retracted a study published in 1998 that claimed there was a link between the MMR vaccine and children developing autism.
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Autism Controversies Abound
Due to the astounding increase in autism diagnosis, many parents are frantic to find some sort of consensus on treatment strategies.
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Chelation Therapy for Autism
Chelation therapy, which some have used to treat autistic children, should be avoided. It does not work and may cause harmful side effects.
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Hyperbaric Oxygen Improves Autism in Children
Children with autism showed significant improvement in receptive language, eye contact, social interactions and overall functioning with hyperbaric oxygen treatment.
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Book Review: The Other Country by Michael Whelan
Concerned about the delayed development of their 14-month old son Charlie, Michael and Helen Whelan were devastated when he was diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder.
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Autism and Immunity
Though autism is a multi-faceted disorder, recent research indicates that underlying immune dysfunction may place certain children at risk.
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Autism & Vaccination Case Stokes On-going Debate
The controversy over autism and MMR immunizations is dividing parents and researchers into "pro" or "anti" vaccination camps, yet neither side knows the entire story.
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Toxic Metals and Children
Exposure to lead is potentially devastating for children, leading to birth defects, brain damage, and emotional and behavioral issues.
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Diet in Autism: Should Parents Try It or Not?
Special diets used to treat autism spectrum disorders are controversial, yet many parents maintain they have helped their children improve or even recover.
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Applied Behavior Analysis
Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) is considered one of the most effective therapies in the treatment of autism. Understanding what it is and how to get started is crucial.
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The Vaccine and Autism Scare
Discredited studies and misunderstandings have led to a public panic about vaccination. The panic has already caused great harm.
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Autism Awareness and Acceptance
For many, Autism Awareness Month is not just about raising money for autism research. Autism acceptance and dispelling common autism myths are also important.
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Raising Autism Awareness
Autism spectrum disorders affect 1 in 150 children in the U.S. Increasing awareness about this developmental disability will lead to increased autism research dollars.
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Autism Organizations in the U.S.
Funding for autism research, increased autism awareness, and support for biomedical approaches to autism spectrum disorders are the goals of these US-based organizations.
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Top Autism Blogs - Biomedical and Recovery
Blogging is an effective tool for disseminating information; four blogs dedicated to autism recovery and biomedical treatments guide parents through this complex world.
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Autism Society of America
The United State's leading autism organization, the Autism Society of America, is dedicated to improving the lives of everyone affected by autism.
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National Autism Awareness Month 2010
Raising autism awareness is an even more important task now that one in 110 children in the United States are on the autism spectrum.
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Autism Speaks Promotes Advocacy
Autism Speaks is one of the United States' leading organizations dedicated to raising autism awareness and funding autism research projects.
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CDC Autism Research Projects
The U.S. CDC tracks autism prevalence rates, operates regional autism centers, and provides funding for expansive research on autism risk factors.
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The Autism Research Institute
Dedicated to funding autism research that focuses on biomedical therapy and autism treatments, ARI helps parents find the path to autism recovery for their children.
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Autism Symptoms and Treatments
A natural perspective on the causes, symptoms, and treatments for childhood autism. This recent autism information includes information about natural treatments.
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New Jersey & New York Autism Walks
Autism Speaks and Toys R Us sponsor Walk Now for Autism events across the United States. Several cities in New Jersey and New York have walks scheduled throughout 2008.
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The First Year: Autism Spectrum Disorders
From autism diagnosis day to therapy options and ultimately finding balance, Wiseman walks parents through the first year after their child receives an autism diagnosis.
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Autism Conferences in 2008
Increase your knowledge of autism spectrum disorders and network with other professionals, family members, or autistic individuals at a 2008 autism conference.
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Autism and Pregnancy
Autism has a number of associated factors including the parents' age and breech presentation. New research sheds light on questions surrounding autism.
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2010 Walk Now for Autism Speaks: CA and FL
The annual Walk Now for Autism Speaks fundraising events raise millions of dollars to fund autism research and help raise autism awareness.
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Dispelling Common Autism Myths
With autism prevalence rates continuing to rise, it is important that the public learns more about autism and work at dispelling these common autism myths.
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Yoko Ono Auctions Autism Puzzle
Artist Yoko Ono unveiled her 67-piece puzzle to benefit autism awareness on April 2, World Autism Awareness Day.
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