Articles
Science News
12.5.2013
'Good' Bacteria Ease Autism-like Behaviors in Mouse Model
In mice, infection or inflammation during pregnancy can produce offspring with autism-like behaviors such as social avoidance, anxiety and repetitive
Science News
12.3.2013
Study finds sensory integration therapy benefits children with autism
Sensory integration therapy uses play activities in ways aimed at changing how the brain reacts to touch, sound, sight and movement.
Expert Opinion
11.22.2013
Parents Seek Help Recognizing Dyslexia in Child with Autism
How early is too early to recognize dyslexia in a child with autism?
Expert Opinion
11.15.2013
Parents with Nonverbal Child Seek Advice on Preparing for Pet’s Death
“Our 7 year old daughter has autism and is nonverbal. She adores our very old cat. How can we be ready to help her deal with the coming loss?”
Science News
11.13.2013
Spotlight on the Gut Bacteria-Brain Connection in Autism
Increasingly, scientists are investigating how disruptions in the body’s microbiome– its normal community of healthful bacteria – might disturb brain
Expert Opinion
11.7.2013
GI Distress and Autism: Q&A with Pediatric Gastroenterologist Tim Buie
Pediatric gastroenterologist Tim Buie sees a patient at Boston's Lurie Center for Autism.
Science News
11.6.2013
Study: Eye Contact Declines Early in Babies Who Later Develop Autism
High-tech eye tracking study finds what may be earliest clear sign of autism; suggests possible window for very early intervention
Expert Opinion
10.18.2013
Newly diagnosed adult with autism seeks therapy advice
Click here to see how Megan Farley, PhD answers a question from a 47-year-old who was just diagnosed with autism and looking for support and treatment
Expert Opinion
10.4.2013
Parents ask: What should we look for in an autism evaluation?
Advice on how to get a good evaluation for autism spectrum disorder (ASD) for your child and what to do next.
Expert Opinion
9.13.2013
Parents Seek Help Discussing Autism with Newly Diagnosed 9-Year-Old
Our son, age 9, was recently diagnosed with autism. He knows something's up, but we're not sure how to explain.
Expert Opinion
8.30.2013
Parents Seek Autism App to Help Child Transition with Less Anxiety
Is there an app that can help our child move through the day with less anxiety? The tension is worst when there's something "big" on the schedule like
Expert Opinion
8.23.2013
How can we help our child have a successful play date?
"How can we help our child have a successful play date? Some of his autism-related behaviors can produce problems."
Expert Opinion
8.16.2013
Teen with Autism Gets Help with Hygiene & Appropriate Behavior: Part 2
“How can we help our teenage daughter improve her hygiene and understand the difference between public versus private behavior?”
Expert Opinion
8.9.2013
Teen with Autism Needs Help with Hygiene & Appropriate Behavior
How can we help our teenage daughter improve her hygiene and understand the difference between public versus private behavior?
Expert Opinion
8.2.2013
Family in Remote Area Seeks Autism Treatment Guidance
Click here to see how Lauren Elder answers a question about helping a child with autism when there is not access to intensive early intervention
Expert Opinion
7.19.2013