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Expert Opinion
2.6.2015
Autism and hoarding
Dr. Micah Mazurek answers this question about autism and hoarding: Our 22-year-old son has Asperger syndrome and is a hoarder. How can I help him
Expert Opinion
1.30.2015
What does babbling mean in nonverbal autism?
What does babbling mean in nonverbal autism? Do autistic babies babble? Learn more about nonverbal autism babbling.
Expert Opinion
1.28.2015
Autism, probiotics and dietary fiber
Autism Speaks ATN gastroenterologist Tim Buie answers your questions from last week's Office Hours video on probiotics and dietary fiber.
Expert Opinion
1.9.2015
Laxative safety: Miralax and autism
Dr. Kent Williams answers questions about the use of Miralax for autistic people after a news of safety issues with laxatives containing polyethylene
Blog
1.5.2015
Tips that improved my autistic child's behavior
Use these 5 autism behavior improvement tips from Chrissy Kelly, a blogger and mother of 2 children with autism.
Expert Opinion
11.28.2014
Autism and food allergies
Nutritionist Kelly Barnhill answers a question from parents about food allergies causing inflammation in their autistic child.
Expert Opinion
11.7.2014
Autism and bolting
Difficulties with safety awareness are so common among young children. Autism can heighten the challenge of teaching a child safe behaviors.
Blog
10.10.2014
What it’s like to have a sibling with autism
This guest post is from Natalie who has a younger brother on the spectrum. Read the letter that she wrote to other siblings of autism, from personal
Expert Opinion
10.3.2014
Can hearing problems contribute to autism-related language delays?
Our child has autism, and we're wondering whether hearing problems may be contributing to his lack of language. Will an ordinary hearing test work for
News
9.26.2014
How wearable technology could benefit individuals with autism
A presentation delivered by Dr. Ned Sahin, CEO of Brain Power, spotlighted the importance of transforming “wearables,” such as Google Glass, into
Blog
8.29.2014
10 inspiring Temple Grandin quotes
"There needs to be more emphasis on what a child can do instead of what he cannot do." Read for more autism quotes.
Expert Opinion
8.29.2014
Autism & anxiety: Parents seek help for extreme reaction to loud noise
Clinical psychologist Judy Reaven answers a question from parents who are seeking help for their son who has an extreme reaction to loud noises.
Science News
8.21.2014
Brain Study Finds Evidence that Autism Involves Too Many Synapses
Researchers have found further evidence that an overabundance of brain cell connections may cause or contribute to autism.
Expert Opinion
8.8.2014
Probiotics and lactose intolerance
Our 17-year-old son has autism and has developed diarrhea that we think is related to lactose intolerance. Would probiotics help?
Expert Opinion
7.25.2014
How to get tested for autism as an adult
How is autism diagnosed in adults? Learn about where you should go, who you should see and how to get tested for autism by clicking here.
Expert Opinion
6.27.2014