asperger's syndrome

Autism Expert To Speak To Members of Autism in Mann

Dr. Paul Shattock will address Autism in Mann members in addition to presenting to medical professionals and caregivers. Dr. Shaddock has conducted research on environmental triggers, and how diet can assist the control of symptoms of autism.
Dr Paul Shattock was a lecturer in pharmacy but left to concentrate on research into the condition.

Dr Shattock also has a son afflicted with ASD.

Mon, 02/18/2008 - 15:17

Registry Of Utahns Affected By ASD To Be Created To Assist Researchers

In an effort to assist researchers in Utah, a registry of Utah residents affected by Autism will be created under HB 263. This registry will also serve families recently diagnosed in providing much needed information and resources. In addition to helping assist in providing services, there is also a public education awareness campaign working hand in hand.

Mon, 02/18/2008 - 13:43

Sacred Heart To Open Autism Center In Northwest Florida

To assist parents seeking diagnosis and assistance with Austism Spectrum Disorder, a new and long overdue center will open in Northwest Florida. In the near future the Sacred Heart Autism Center in Pensacola, Florida will provide training for pediatricians to help them spot early signs of the disorder. It will also give them one place in which they can go for referrals, in addition to providing services for children diagnosed with ASD thru their teenage years, and beyond.

Mon, 02/18/2008 - 10:05

You've Got A Friend In Me

submitted by JoeyBarton

Autism has helped me have more appreciation in the value of a good friendship.
Growing up, we moved around a few times so I never truly felt rooted in school and thus I wasn’t a ‘popular’ kid. I tended to hover on the outer fringe of many social circles.
Throughout my teenage years many friends came and went. Some friendships were good, others bad, though I certainly didn’t see it at the time.

Animated Tutors Provide Success For Autistic Children Learning Language

A recent development of computer-assisted speech and language tutors that use natural human speech to model language articulation are successfully assisting autistic and hearing-impaired children learn language.

Fri, 02/15/2008 - 11:10

New Home Opening In Syracuse NY Area For Teenager On The Spectrum

A new home opening in the Syracuse NY area for teenagers on the spectrum. The spacious home, located in central New York is one of few places built to assist those afflicted by Autism. In addition, the home will also assist those with developmental disabilities and cerebral palsy.

Thu, 02/14/2008 - 21:06

Autism News From Belfast

It's not only those of us here in the United States that have issues getting ABA funded. Our friends from across the pond are having issues as well.

Thu, 02/14/2008 - 14:57

Broken Laces

submitted by KentPotter

I was speaking with a mother who recently learned that her son has Autism. She was angry to say the least. Doctor, after doctor, after doctor told her that he was fine and not to worry. He will grow out of it. He's a boy, boys talk late. Your cousin didn't talk until he was four and look at him now.......student council president. This same story plays out daily across the globe.

Odd Talents

submitted by JoeyBarton

Everyone in our family has some sort of quirky talent.
I for example have an inane ability to name any movie I’ve seen since the age of 8 and tell you the name and/or location of the movie theatre I saw it in AND whom I saw it with. I know…completely useless. I also have the ability to think of a random feature film, and within 7 days, said feature film will air on TBS and/or TNT.

Autism Corrected in Mice

MIT researchers have corrected symptoms of both mental retardation and autism in mice. By altering a single gene, they were able to alleviate a range of abnormalities related to Fragile X Syndrome.

Sat, 02/09/2008 - 19:40