THE AUTISM SPECTRUM OF DISORDERS

This article is an update to my very first AC Article written in October, 2006, about my grandson who is on the Autism Spectrum of Disorders. This has always been one of my most-read and commented-upon articles.

Information about PDD-NOS, what is it, how the autism spectrum varies, along with a personal account.

Understanding the neurological basis of PDD and the five disorders currently included under this heading is key for researchers who seek prevention and treatment.

My life and my child's autism.

Here are some explanations as to why your child may exhibit clumsiness and hyperactivity.

Is there a link between Autism and allergies? This former therapist believes there could be.

The relation of the autism spectrum and interpersonal communication

My Life

This is an article that reveals the top five actions to take when children are diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorders.

Identify the myths and get the facts about autism spectrum disorder.

For young people with autism spectrum disorders (ASD), social expectations are typically a mystery. This becomes a particular problem as they approach puberty.

Once thought to be a psychological condition caused by "Refrigerator Mothers," Autism is now regarded as a developmental issue caused by a variable in the natural evolution of the human brain.

Parents can not rely solely on professional educators to teach their children. Parents can easily add to the success of their child's education helping them to thrive in the classroom.

Learning of an diagnosis in your child can be devastating and Autism with it's hidden secrets and lack of understand of it can be confusing. Understanding your choices is vital to success for your child.

Understanding the symptoms of Autism Spectrum Disorders, and knowing where to look for help

This paper addresses the concerns over whether the United States is currently faced with an autism epidemic.

Parents of autistic children are faced with the difficult decision of which learning environment is appropriate. This paper illustrates this concern and offers options for parents to explore in the search for educational alternatives.

If you are concerned about your child's risk for Asperger's syndrome, here is what you need to know about the role of visual health complications.

Describes what happened in the autism-vaccine debate: fraud, debunked studies, silence, no real help for parents of autistic children. Resources given.

Asperger's Syndrome is not curable. It is not a disease and does not really require a "cure". It does require some specialized therapy.

Autism spectrum disorders, which may affect as many as one percent of children, are still a mystery, however, research on the horizon may provide more effective behavioral, and even medical, therapies.

This product teaches children to recognize emotions via clever animation using real human faces.

A new genetic marker for Autism Spectrum Disorder is one more step on the road to understanding this condition.

Myths about Autism Spectrum Disorders are examined