Autism

Author Royalties From Autism Book Donated To Autism Research

Fri, 07 Nov 2008 12:00:00 GMT

Paul Offit, MD, announced today that all author royalties earned from the sale of his new book, "Autism's False Prophets: Bad Science, Risky Medicine, and the Search for a Cure," will be donated to the Center for Autism Research at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia. "We are very pleased to partner with Dr.

Obsessive Compulsive Disorder Conference 2008: Taking Action To Tackle Obsessive Compulsive Disorder

Mon, 10 Nov 2008 11:00:00 GMT

On Saturday 22nd November, mental health professionals and members of the public who are affected by Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) will all come together for the 2008 OCD Conference at Imperial College London. This annual conference has been designed to inspire, invigorate and educate participants and provide an opportunity to share personal experiences of a condition which affects an estimated 1.8 million people in the UK alone.

Dame Stephanie Shirley's Successful UKAF Autism Lecture In Redbridge, England

Mon, 10 Nov 2008 13:00:00 GMT

Dame Stephanie Shirley one of Britain's leading autism campaigners recently visited the London Borough of Redbridge for the first time to deliver an Autism Lecture in Woodford Green, Essex, on the invitation of the autism charity, the UK Autism Foundation. She is also one of the UK's top entrepreneurs, arriving in Britain from Austria at the age of 5 years old; a child refugee fleeing the horrors of Nazi-occupied Germany.

Cornell Researchers Study Showing Evidence Of A Major Environmental Trigger For Autism

Wed, 12 Nov 2008 09:00:00 GMT

The American Medical Association journal Archives of Pediatrics & Adolescent Medicine has published a new study by researchers at Cornell University indicating evidence of an environmental trigger for autism among genetically vulnerable children. It is the first peer-reviewed study to positively associate the prevalence of autism to a factor related to the levels of precipitation in the areas in which children live.

Combined Senses Give Us A Better View Of The World

Thu, 13 Nov 2008 13:00:00 GMT

From a young age we are taught about the five senses and how they help us to explore our world. Although each sense seems to be its own entity, recent studies have indicated that there is actually a lot of overlap and blending of the senses occurring in the brain to help us better perceive our environment. Researchers J.E. Lugo, R.

New Findings From Genome-Wide Association Studies

Fri, 14 Nov 2008 09:00:00 GMT

Thousands of the world's top scientists and clinicians in the human genetics field are presenting their latest research at the 58th Annual Meeting of The American Society of Human Genetics (ASHG) in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania November 11-15, 2008.

International Research Effort To Study Autism Joined By UIC

Mon, 17 Nov 2008 08:00:00 GMT

Researchers at the University of Illinois at Chicago are taking part in an international effort to gather DNA samples from 2,000 autism patients and their families over the next three years. The initiative, called the Simons Simplex Collection, is the first coordinated effort to create a database of information about families with only one autistic child.

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Thu, 20 Nov 2008 11:05:19 GMT

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CMPI Responds To Katie Couric And CBS Evening News' Coverage Of Vaccines And Autism Myth

Mon, 17 Nov 2008 12:00:00 GMT

Center for Medicine in the Public Interest (CMPI) has released a statement by its Vice President and Director of Programs Dr.

Link Between Nicotine Addiction And Autism

Tue, 18 Nov 2008 14:00:00 GMT

Scientists have identified a relationship between two proteins in the brain that has links to both nicotine addiction and autism. The finding has led to speculation that existing drugs used to curb nicotine addiction might serve as the basis for potential therapies to alleviate the symptoms of autism.

Autism Help For Social Care Professionals - National Autistic Society, UK

Wed, 19 Nov 2008 12:00:00 GMT

The National Autistic Society (NAS) has launched a guide to assessing and supporting adults with autism after the charity's I Exist campaign revealed a widespread lack of understanding and training in the condition amongst social care professionals. There is currently very little guidance for those who carry out assessments of need.

Unusual Use Of Toys In Infancy A Clue To Later Autism

Fri, 07 Nov 2008 12:00:00 GMT

Researchers at the UC Davis M.I.N.D. Institute have found that infants later diagnosed with autism exhibited unusual exploration of objects long before being diagnosed.

Episode 69 | Author, speaker and adult with autism, Stephen Shore

Wed, 07 May 2008 13:01:17 GMT

Episode 69: Shannon Johnson and I talk with Stephen Shore a wonderful advocate for people with autism. Stephen, a published author, travels worldwide discussing life as an adult with autism. He joined us for a conversation about his life, his work and his advice.

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Moms on Autism, Episode 2 | Our Experiences with Applied Behavioral Analysis

Thu, 08 May 2008 10:07:15 GMT

Our experience with Applied Behavioral Analysis - learning about the program and our sons? responses.

For more information, check out our website: MomsOnAutism.com

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Thu, 20 Nov 2008 11:05:19 GMT

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Moms on Autism, Episode 4 | Potty Training

Fri, 16 May 2008 03:09:24 GMT

Frustrating times when potty training an autistic child. It can be done.

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Episode 70 | Patty Dobbs Gross of North Star Dogs

Sun, 08 Jun 2008 09:44:41 GMT

Episode 70: Shannon Johnson and I talk with Patty Dobbs Gross of North Star Dogs, a provider of assistance dogs for children with autism. This wonderful program enables children of all ages to share their lives with a dog and constant companion.

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Moms on Autism, Episode 5 | Sign Language

Tue, 17 Jun 2008 04:09:27 GMT

Sign language can open doors of communication for children with autism.

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Episode 71 | Dennis Debauddt of Autism Risk and Safety Management

Sat, 28 Jun 2008 17:45:04 GMT

Episode 71: Shannon Johnson and I talk with Dennis Debbaudt, founder of Autism Risk and Safety Management. Dennis provides "Information and resources for law enforcement, first responders, parents, educators, and care providers." Dennis provides training to a wide group of people and is also an author.

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Moms on Autism Episode 6 | Sleeping Issues

Thu, 03 Jul 2008 07:05:51 GMT

Podcast 6: Sleeping Issues

Difficulty sleeping? You?re not alone! Autistic children have VARIED sleep patterns.

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Episode 72 | Rick Rollens: Father, Advocate, Fund Raiser

Thu, 10 Jul 2008 16:35:05 GMT

I speak with Rick Rollens. We discuss his views on the causes of autism, the work he has done for the autistic community and the need to deal with the increasing numbers of children classified as autistic. Rick?s story was a cover for NEWSWEEK and a segment on the CBS news show 60 Minutes.

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Rick?s Wikipedia Entry

Moms on Autism, Episode 7 | Water, Water Everywhere

Sun, 20 Jul 2008 01:49:11 GMT

How playing with water led to playing in Play Therapy!

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Tue, 22 Jul 2008 05:06:51 GMT

Shannon Johnson and I talk with John Robison, author of Look Me In The Eyes. In this fantastic interview, we discuss life as an adult on the spectrum, his book and some of the current treatments John is participating (Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation).

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http://www.autismpodcast.org/podcasts/50-75/episode72_john_robison%201.mp3

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REMINDER: NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital Presents the Latest ... - MarketWatch

Tue, 04 Nov 2008 07:18:10 GMT

REMINDER: NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital Presents the Latest ...
MarketWatch - Nov 4, 2008
Dr. Peterson, in discussing the future of autism research, said, "My most ardent wish is that we gain a better understanding of the various causes of autism ...

Province urged to expand autism treatment program - TheChronicleHerald.ca

Wed, 05 Nov 2008 05:02:47 GMT

Province urged to expand autism treatment program
TheChronicleHerald.ca, Canada - Nov 5, 2008
The Nova Scotia program, delivered around the province, involves a treatment team that may include autism support workers, speech language pathologists, ...