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AUTISM
Early Signs of Autism
Detection is often made when your child is at least two. But you or a teacher who spends a lot of time with your child may recognize the early signs of autism. Here's what you should know.
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AUTISM
No One Diet Will Help Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
All children with autism spectrum disorder are different. A change in diet may help your child, but you’ll have to figure it out yourself. Here's what you can do.
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AUTISM
Is Autism a Disability?
Debate suggests that people with autism are not necessarily intellectually “disabled.” Here's what you should know about autism, disability, and mental illness.
Debunking Homeopathic Treatments for Autism
Homeopathy is sometimes promoted as a safe, natural treatment for autism. But multiple studies debunking homeopathic treatments for autism show it doesn’t work.
When Your Child Doesn't Get an Autism Diagnosis But Should
Pediatricians often tell parents that they shouldn’t worry about autism. Here's what to do when your child doesn't receive an autism diagnosis but should.
Catch Autism Earlier with a Hearing Test
Have your child screened for hearing problems and evaluated for developmental issues if you see such signs or simply have a hunch something is wrong.
Do Autism Students Need Special Education?
The surge in kids receiving an autism diagnosis, instead of other conditions, may be mostly a matter of definition. Here's what parents should know.
Reading Therapy (Bibliotherapy) for Kids with Autism
Research shows that reading therapy (bibliotherapy) can help improve some autism symptoms. The studies have also revealed the therapy can benefit brain connections.
The Gut-Brain Connection to Autism
Research supports the idea of a gut-brain connection to autism. In fact, the gut may be involved in many mental health issues. Here's what you should know.
Teaching Empathy to Children with Autism
Children on the autism spectrum are often described as lacking empathy. If that’s true, how can they understand how others are feeling? The answer isn’t simple.
Exercise as Social Skills Training for Kids with Autism
Make working out a daily routine if your child is on the autism spectrum. Research shows exercise may be great social skills training for children with autism.
Socializing Kids with Autism
Interacting with others can be difficult even though most children on the autism spectrum want friends. Here's how to help your child improve his or her social skills.
Does Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy Work for Autism?
Hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT) is a proven treatment for some conditions related to a lack of oxygen in the blood. But there’s no evidence it helps autism.
Autism and Delayed Speech
Many children on the autism spectrum start speaking late. Enrolling your child in social skills training and speech intervention can improve his or her language skills.
What Causes Autism?
Scientists do not yet know what causes autism spectrum disorder (ASD), but many suspect that several factors might be at work in each individual child's case.
Personalized Medicine for Autism
Targeted treatments bring hope to people on the autism spectrum and their families. Here's what you should know about genetic research for autism.
When Your Child Has Sensory Processing Disorder
If your child has sensory processing disorder, the tag on his shirt feels like a crawling spider. Here's what to do when your child has trouble with sensory input.
Helping Your Child Handle Emotions and Mood Swings
Chronic illness and disabilities can affect everyone in your family. Here’s how to help your child manage his feelings.
What Is Asperger’s Syndrome?
Spotting Asperger’s syndrome symptoms in childhood is important. With effective treatment, people with Asperger’s syndrome can succeed in school and jobs.
Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation for Autism: Fact or Fiction?
Researchers are studying how transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) affects the brain. But it’s not yet approved as a safe, effective therapy for autism.