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Autism and Food Allergies: Is There a Link?

If you have a child who has been diagnosed with autism and also suffers from food allergies, you may wonder if there’s any relationship between these two serious conditions. Read More

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Quick Sherbet Float

Ratatouille Stir-Fry

Lemon-Anise Poached Pears

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Percentage of autism spending that goes toward adult services.

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Autism Glossary

School age child development

Childhood disintegrative disorder

Toddler development

Pneumococcal polysaccharide vaccine

Preschooler development

Developmental milestones record - 3 years

Asperger syndrome

Expressive language disorder - developmental

Developmental milestones record - 18 months

Differences Between Autism and Asperger's

Autistic Disorder (Autism) and Asperger's Disorder (Asperger's) are both part of the subgroup known as Pervasive Developmental Disorders. But critical differences exist. Read More

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Autism and Vaccines: What's the Link?

10 Tips for Parents of Autistic Children

US court rules again against vaccine-autism claims

Fri, March 12, 2010

Vaccines that contain a mercury-based preservative called thimerosal cannot cause autism on their own, a special U.S. court... Read More

Court to decide if vaccine makers can be sued

Mon, March 8, 2010

"Love" hormone may help autism symptoms - study

Mon, February 15, 2010

More than 1,500 affected in NY, NJ mumps outbreak

Thu, February 11, 2010

Extremely premature babies show higher autism risk

Thu, February 11, 2010

Most Children Are Fully Vaccinated

A new CDC report finds a majority of children are fully vaccinated, but there is room for improvement.

Men Have Biological Clocks Too

Therapy Can Help Young Children With Autism

One Touch at a Time: How HP Touch Computers are Helping Autisitc Students

Autism Tip: Find Positive Outlets

If your child has autism, try to find positive outlets for her behaviors. If she is constantly climbing on furniture, for example, a rock gym can offer a way to release energy, get great exercise, and form healthy relationships.