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Science News
1.16.2013

Study Confirms “Optimal Outcomes” Rare but Real among Children with Autism

"Although the diagnosis of autism is not usually lost over time, the findings suggest that there is a very wide range of possible outcomes," says
young girl sitting on her moms lap while speaking with a doctor at a desk
Expert Opinion
12.7.2012

What is Early Start Denver Model (ESDM)?

Expert Lauren Elder answers a question about how to find a qualified ESDM therapist and get trained as a parent.
siblings hugging and laughing while playing outside with a Mickey Mouse toy
Expert Opinion
11.30.2012

Autism predisposition among children of adult siblings

My brother has autism, and I'm wondering about the chances that my child will be affected.
girl with nails painted blue holding up a donut in one hand and an apple in the other
Expert Opinion
11.9.2012

Encouraging picky eaters with autism to try new foods

Psychologist Emily Kuschner answers a question from grandparents who want to help their autistic grandson try new foods. Read more.
chromosome 22
Expert Opinion
11.2.2012

DiGeorge syndrome

Experts Christa Lese Martin and Opal Ousley answer a question from a parent asking if DiGeorge syndrome is an autism spectrum disorder?
DNA model
Expert Opinion
10.16.2012

Autism genomics

Brett Abrahams, PhD answers the questions, "Is there such a thing as an autism genome?"
Model of the digestive system
Expert Opinion
10.12.2012

Autism and digestive issues

Click here to see how Alessio Fasano, MD answers a question about autism and digestive issues.
Group of teens hiking during sunset
Expert Opinion
8.24.2012

Promoting social skills for autistic teens

An expert answers a question about helping autistic children be more social. Read about effective approaches for promoting social skills for autistic
Mister Rogers Neighborhood Friends and Feelings
Expert Opinion
8.17.2012

Mr. Rogers and video modeling

Was Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood made for children with autism? Is there any evidence that his shows help our kids?
Outside of an emergency room
Expert Opinion
8.3.2012

Reducing anxiety in the ER for autistic children

James Perrin, MD, answers a question on how to make the emergency room experience less traumatic for autistic children.
A child and board-certified behavior analyst (BCBA) at the Thompson Center during ABA therapy
Expert Opinion
6.15.2012

6 ways to assist your child's ABA instructor

An expert answers a question from a parent about the best ways to partner with their child’s Applied Behavior Analysis instructor.
Public restroom with stalls and a urinal
Expert Opinion
6.8.2012

Help! My kid won’t use a public restroom

My son used to use public restrooms but now screams bloody murder if we even try. Any suggestions? 
someone touching a pregnant woman's baby bump
Expert Opinion
4.6.2012

Avoiding environmental hazards during pregnancy

Read the list of chemicals to avoid during pregnancy and how to avoid exposure to environmental risk factors.
Young Child
Expert Opinion
3.16.2012

Could earlier treatment have prevented my child’s autism?

I read a study on the development of early interventions for babies. Does this mean that, had my son received earlier intervention, today he would not
a mother giving her child medicine
Expert Opinion
3.9.2012

Teaching an autistic child to swallow a pill

Click here to see how Lynn L. Cole, DNP, DNP answers a question on how to teach an autistic child to swallow a pill.
Science News
11.29.2009

Study Finds Early Intervention Highly Effective

Learn more about an early intervention program for toddlers that was found to improve IQ, language ability and social interaction.