Opinion
Explaining the hostage release to children, especially those on the autism spectrum
The media discourse surrounding the hostage deal and their return from captivity can become a subject of interest and even fixation for children on the spectrum. They remember nam ...
More adults are wondering if they have autism. Here are tips to seek a diagnosis
More adults have sought insight on their own neurodiversity in the last decade — often after their children are diagnosed or after seeing social media posts. A study published last year in JAMA ...
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Hidden Struggles: Social Anxiety in Teens With Autism
Many Asperger’s teens hide social anxiety. Parents can help by recognizing signs, encouraging gradual exposure, and teaching social skills to build confidence.
Kim Kardashian Appears to Comment on Ex-Husband Kanye West’s Changes During Marriage: ‘You Can’t Live With the New Person’
The SKIMS boss bonded with sister Khloé about their failed marriages on Thursday's (Feb. 13) episode of "The Kardashians." ...
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Asperger's Syndrome
As with all autism spectrum disorders ... do not return social feelings or share in the happiness or distress of others. They might fail to develop friendships as children and may be singled ...
Autism in adults: How to spot signs and seek a diagnosis
How to spot signs and seek a diagnosis - More adults than ever seeking truths about being on the autism spectrum ...
Can adults get diagnosed for autism? Here are signs of autism in adults
According to autismspeaks.org, 1 in 45 adults in the U.S. are diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder. As explained by autism speaks, autism in adults could be challenged with social communication ...
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Comparison of learning text vs. picture symbol AAC representations for young children on the autism spectrum.
Children on the autism spectrum with minimal speech are generally provided with augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) systems that represent vocabulary using picture symbols (i.e., color ...
Understanding the dangers and sensory appeal of water for children with autism
Six-year-old Mason is drawn to the water. However, his father, Brandon Shaw, knows that Mason’s attraction to water can ...
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Understanding the Symptoms of Autism in Children
Autism spectrum disorder (ASD ... make a big difference in a child’s quality of life and ability to function. Children often show early signs of ASD between the ages of 6 and 12 months.
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In those with autism, ADHD still common in adulthood, study finds
Too often, ADHD and autism coincide in children. New research finds that for many of those kids, this dual diagnosis continues into adult life. Having attention deficit hyperactivity disorder ...
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