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Girls with autism may need different treatments than boys

(HealthDay)—With four to five times more males affected by autism spectrum disorders than females, much less is known about girls with autism.

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Drug shows some benefit for kids with autism

(HealthDay)—An experimental drug for autism did not improve levels of lethargy and social withdrawal in children who took it, but it did show some other benefits, a new study finds.

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Kelly the robot helps kids tackle autism

(HealthDay)—Using a kid-friendly robot during behavioral therapy sessions may help some children with autism gain better social skills, a preliminary study suggests.

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New hope for Autistic children who never learn to speak

An Autistica consultation published this month found that 24% of children with autism were non-verbal or minimally verbal, and it is known that these problems can persist into adulthood. Professionals have long attempted ...

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