Articles written by Doreen Bradley Satter
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Gastrointestinal Problems in ASD
A significant percentage of children with autism spectrum disorder have gastrointestinal symptoms including diarrhea, constipation, abdominal pain, gas and reflux.
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Conditions Occurring in Autism
Many medical complications occur in individuals within the autism spectrum. Many of these conditions can be serious and require the attention of medical specialists,
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Hygiene & Sex Education in Autism
For young people with autism spectrum disorders (ASD), social expectations are typically a mystery. This become a particular problem as they approach puberty.
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Autism/Asperger's and Puberty
Adolescence is the most difficult time for all young people, but for the individual with autism/Asperger's syndrome, it is particularly difficult and painful.
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Softball Team for Autistic Kids
Little League Challenger teams offer children with autism, Asperger's and other disabilities the chance to build confidence, meet new friends and have lots of fun.
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Understanding Asperger's Syndrome
Asperger's is a neurologically-based disorder of development, usually of unknown cause, typically affecting social skills, language and communicative skills and behavior.
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Pervasive Developmental Disorder
Autism comprises a wide spectrum of disorders and affects an estimated one in every 150 children.
Autism is a form of pervasive developmental disorder (PDD).
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Early Diagnosis of Autism
The earlier the diagnosis of autism, the better the prognosis. Awareness to early warning signs increases the chances that children can develop normally.
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Secretin Therapy for Autism
Research has found a link between autism spectrum diseases and the functions of the gastrointestinal system and the brain. This link appears to be the hormone, secretin.
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