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Early Autism Detection

Posted on February 8, 2013 by skhov

Although autism is hard to diagnose before 24 months, symptoms often surface between 12 and 18 months and  if it is caught in infancy, treatment can begin early and we can gain much progress from taking advantage of the adolescent … Continue reading →

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Tu Bishvat Celebration – NYC Council Speaker Quinn

Posted on February 6, 2013 by skhov

At a special Tu BiShvat seder organized by Ezra and Gabriella Friedlander in their home in the heart of Borough Park, New York City Council Speaker and Mayoral hopeful Christine Quinn was warmly welcomed this past Sunday by a small … Continue reading →

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One Third of Young Adults with Autism Lack Employment, Education

Posted on May 14, 2012 by skhov

A recent study has found that one in 3 young adults with autism have no paid job experience, college or technical schooling nearly seven years after high school graduation. Continue reading →

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Dietary Changes To Alleviate Asperger’s Symptoms

Posted on May 2, 2012 by skhov

Dietary changes can help children with autism and Asperger’s syndrome according to Craig Kendall, author of The Asperger’s Syndrome Survival Guide. Gluten and casein free diets help overcome Asperger’s syndrome symptoms improving behavior in children. Continue reading →

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New Autism Treatment Delivery Method: Robot Boy

Posted on April 27, 2012 by skhov

Technology is a key area of development for autism treatment. Entrepreneurs have created a new platform to deliver computer based lessons: a life like robot. Continue reading →

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City Hall Rally to Save Autism Funding 2012

Posted on April 26, 2012 by skhov

Council Member Mark S. Weprin invited Council Members, service providers, and families of children with autism to a rally on the steps of City Hall, in an effort to urge the New York City Council to continue funding for its citywide autism initiative. Continue reading →

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Screening Questionnaire for Parents Concerned about Autism

Posted on April 24, 2012 by skhov

For Autism Awareness Month, Healthism.com has posted 3 online check-ups featuring symptom screenings, and both a childhood and teen symptoms test. Continue reading →

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Dining with Autism

Posted on April 23, 2012 by skhov

Some families find eating out too stressful with a child with autism but here are some tips to help you avoid some common problems when dining out. Continue reading →

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Responding to a Child’s Autism Diagnosis

Posted on April 20, 2012 by skhov

Advice for parents on how to respond to a child’s autism diagnosis. Continue reading →

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Researchers, Educators and Policymakers Meet in Jerusalem to Combat Escalating Crisis

Posted on April 19, 2012 by skhov

On August 1-2, 2012, more than 1,500 leaders in autism research, educationand policy from every continent will gather in Jerusalem, Israel, for ICare4Autism’s 2012 International Conference, “Autism: A Global Perspective”. Continue reading →

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