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Autism and prodigy share a common genetic link
Researchers have uncovered the first evidence of a genetic link between prodigy and autism.
Apr 22, 2015
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Home-based treatment of autism
Much can still be done to improve autism treatment besides finding a cure. The MICHELANGELO project, which ended in March, has developed a set of technologies for personalised, home-based behaviour monitoring and treatment ...
Apr 22, 2015
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Another study finds no link between vaccine, autism
Yet another scientific study has found no link between autism and the vaccine against measles, mumps and rubella (MMR), according to US research published on Tuesday.
Apr 21, 2015
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One in three young adults with autism disconnected from work and school
Autism does not end when children reach adulthood—yet most public awareness, public policy and research about autism focus on the needs of children. Families, service providers, community leaders and policymakers still ...
Apr 21, 2015
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Parent training significantly reduces disruptive behavior in children with autism
It's estimated that six out of 1,000 children worldwide are affected by autism spectrum disorder (ASD), and 50 percent demonstrate serious and disruptive behavior, including tantrums, aggression, self-injury and noncompliance.
Apr 21, 2015
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Genetic analysis says no such thing as 'pure autism'
The search for genes that contribute to the risk for autism has made tremendous strides over the past 3 years. As this field has advanced, investigators have wondered whether the diversity of clinical features across patients ...
Apr 20, 2015
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At Manila's autism-friendly cafe, it's A-OK to be different
Guided by a therapist and cue cards, Jose Canoy carefully removed a waffle from the griddle, turned off the waffle maker and asked for a serving plate from the kitchen staff at Manila's brightly-decorated Puzzle Cafe. Each ...
Apr 16, 2015
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Paternal sperm may hold clues to autism
In a small study, Johns Hopkins researchers found that DNA from the sperm of men whose children had early signs of autism shows distinct patterns of regulatory tags that could contribute to the condition. A detailed report ...
Apr 15, 2015
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Healthcare providers' responses to parental concerns can delay diagnosis of autism spectrum disorders
Children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) can develop symptoms before 2 years of age and usually can be diagnosed by 3 years of age; early identification of ASD is associated with improved long-term developmental outcomes. ...
Apr 15, 2015
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Why employing autistic people makes good business sense
Microsoft has announced its intention to hire more autistic people – not as a charitable enterprise but because, as corporate vice-president Mary Ellen Smith said: "People with autism bring strengths that we need at Microsoft." ...
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