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Autisms Toll on the family Summary:On Sept. 11, Allen Grabe allegedly shot and killed his autistic son. Autism is a maddening disorder that can rip families apart and cause parents to snap. (Mesa County Sheriff) Jacob Grabe, 13, could sense a storm coming several days out. He would..	Content		12/08/2008 by: mercurymom
Battling Autism: 6 Year Old Overcomes Autism to Record Pop Single Summary:Four years ago, Michelle Incandela hoped her daughter Gina would be talking. She prayed she’d be in a classroom with regular kids. But the 6 year old diagnosed with autism at age 2 has gone well beyond that. Gina is one of the country’s youngest r..	Link		11/11/2008 by: shannonj
Former Dodgers reliever and wife created 'Danny's Farm' Summary:When former Dodgers reliever Jim Gott found out he had a pair of autistic sons, he had a tough time dealing with it at first. During Family Days at Dodger Stadium, he would watch with envy as his teammates' sons took perfect swings, something his ..	Link		09/21/2008 by: shannonj
Experts say autism may have helped boy survive ordeal Summary:For some autistic children, the sensation of water is as comforting as a blanket. So what was Christopher Marino feeling during the 14 hours he was swept out to sea last weekend? "He can't tell me. I don't know. I wish I did know," his mother, ..	Link		09/15/2008 by: shannonj
VSA arts Presents The Other Room at the Kennedy Center Summary: VSA arts presents the world premiere of The Other Room at 7:30 p.m. on Sept. 25 at the Kennedy Center. Written by 17-year-old Ariadne Baker-Dunn of Interlochen, Mich., this play was selected as the winner of the 24th annual VSA arts Playwright Disco..	Link		08/19/2008 by: shannonj
Second International Conference on Signs of Autism in Infants Summary:A unique conference that focuses on the identification of autism in infants and toddlers and on early intervention is scheduled for October 11 and 12, 2008 in Yorba Linda, California. This event -- the Second International Conference on Signs of Auti..	Link		08/13/2008 by: shannonj
Pageants change autistic girl's life Summary:Although some of Hannah's siblings are active in sports and other activities, nothing seemed to hold her interest. But one day when Brenda Johnson of Athens invited her to take part in a Miss Southern Elegance beauty pageant, Hannah's life changed fo..	Link		08/05/2008 by: shannonj
A mysterious connection: autism and Minneapolis' Somali children Summary: Autism is a developmental disorder that doesn't discriminate against race or class, and it is on the rise in the United States. But in Minneapolis, the mysterious disorder appears to be zeroing in on one of the city's newest communities: First gene..	Link		07/25/2008 by: shannonj
DR. MARTHA HERBERT JOINS AUTISM SPEAKS SAB Summary:Martha Herbert, M.D., Ph.D., is Assistant Professor of Neurology at Harvard Medical School and is a Pediatric Neurologist at Massachusetts General Hospital. She is also Director of the TRANSCEND (Treatment Research and Neuroscience Evaluation of Neur..	Link		06/21/2008 by: shannonj
Boy Dies After Teacher Wraps Him In Blanket Summary: A coroner's report released today revealed suffocation as the probable cause of the death of a nine-year-old autistic boy. The boy's parents described the reports findings as a "shock" because the school told them he had passed away "naturall..	Content		06/20/2008 by: Zurama
Nate Tseglin is Going Home Summary:This is from the Adventures in Autism Blog. Nate Tseglin, who was taken from his family by CPS more than a year ago for scratching his neck and arms, and has spent the time since then being forcibly drugged into oblivion and into a seizure disorder,..	Link		05/29/2008 by: Zurama
MMR JUDGE FAILED TO DISCLOSE HE WAS BROTHER OF Glaxo SmithKline DIRECTOR AND LANCET BOSS Summary:Just three days ago I discovered while going over the records for 2004 that the judge, Mr Justice Davis (aka Sir Nigel Anthony Lamert Davis), who had dismissed the appeal over the removal of funding of the MMR litigation by the Legal Services Commiss..	Content		05/29/2008 by: Zurama
Mercury Policy Project Summary:Mercury Policy Project lauds mandated informing of patients, expects pollution reduction..	Content		05/27/2008 by: Zurama
MMR: The Debate That Won't Go Away Summary:It seemed the MMR controversy had been resolved, but does new research point to another possible connection between autism and vaccinations?..	Content		05/26/2008 by: Zurama
Autism-link writer in talk to MPs Summary:THE American journalist who revealed the latest developments in the link between autism and vaccinations has been invited to talk to politicians in the Houses of Parliament. David Kirby will speak to MPs and peers about the Hannah Poling case, the..	Link		05/26/2008 by: Zurama
Over 90 hospitalized after measles vaccination in east Ukraine Summary:KIEV, May 18 (RIA Novosti) - A total of 92 people, including 87 children, were hospitalized in eastern Ukraine as of early Sunday after measles vaccination, Ukraine's emergencies ministry said. On May 13, a 17-year-old boy died after measles inocu..	Link		05/25/2008 by: Zurama
Generation Rescue to Target Treatment-Based Research for Autism and ADHD - Jenny McCarthy, Deirdre Imus, and Katie Wright Join Board Summary:Generation Rescue, a non-profit organization focused on prevention and recovery from Autism, ADHD and chronic illness, today announced the expansion of the organization through three major steps: 1. Jenny McCarthy, Deirdre Imus and Katie Wright ha..	Content		05/23/2008 by: shannonj
New Study Shows Strong Association Between Thimerosal and Autism Summary:Breaking News VSD ANALYSIS FINDS SIGNIFICANT LINK BETWEEN THIMEROSAL CONTAINING VACCINES & AUTISM, ASD, TICS, ADD & MORE. A new study in the well-respected peer-reviewed Journal of the Neurological Sciences finds "significant" associations, using V..	Content		05/21/2008 by: Zurama
INFANT PRIMATES GIVEN VACCINES ON U.S............ Summary:INFANT PRIMATES GIVEN VACCINES ON U.S. CHILDREN’S IMMUNIZATION SCHEDULE DEVELOP BIOMEDICAL AND BEHAVIORAL SYMPTOMS OF AUTISM........... ..	Content		05/21/2008 by: Zurama
Profile: Dr Andrew Wakefield Summary:The suggestion that there is a link between MMR and autism has been one of the biggest health controversies of the last 10 years. But just who is the doctor behind the headlines? Dr Andrew Wakefield was the lead author of the controversial study, ..	Content		05/11/2008 by: Zurama
THE COSTS OF AUTISM Summary:The Financial Costs - Autism Is Costing £$Billions Quite apart from the immense social costs of autism, there are the huge financial costs. Autism effects every UK and US taxpayer. In the UK, the costs comprise:..	Content		05/11/2008 by: Zurama
CNN Student News Special: Autism - Unraveling the Mystery Summary:# Story Highlights # Learn about some of the symptoms and warning signs of autism # Examine some of the commonly held myths about autism disorders # See how some autistic young people are displaying their talents ..	Link		04/02/2008 by: shannonj
Autism 101 Summary:Lots of facts about autism in one place. Interesting, and though provoking. Good source for people new to autism..	Link		04/01/2008 by: mommyof3gr8boys
Drunk Moms Cause Autism Summary:Or so says this reporter who wants us to just take her word for it as the study that would support this claim is unpublished and the researchers won't talk to her about what it actually says. But she feels just taking their word for it is investigati..	Link		03/25/2008 by: shannonj
Mysteries and Complications Summary:Autism is everywhere—once again. Separating fact from fear as the courts and Hollywood wade in. You wonder what he thinks. The little boy who flaps his arms and bangs his head. Who bristles at the touch of wool and covers his ears when balloons go..	Link		03/25/2008 by: shannonj
Foggyrock in the Portland Maine Press Summary:Good overview about how the web is helping three different moms in Maine deal with autism. Foggyrock is one of the three websites featured. Spread the word about foggyrock and the autism awareness toolbar! ..	Link		03/24/2008 by:
Do hyperbaric chambes help autistic kids? Summary:Review of Hyperbaric chambers and story about a family...	Link		03/10/2008 by: stevej
Lowe's Pulls Ads From 'Big Brother' Summary:CBS got a little taste of its own reality. Lowe's has vowed not to advertise on future episodes of the reality show Big Brother 9 because of a defamatory comment a contestant made about people with autism. On the episode, which aired Feb. 13, Adam..	Link		02/24/2008 by: shannonj
Interacting ¶doxical forces in neuroscience &society Summary:This looks at the trend of anti-immunization compared to neuroscience research in the context of happening in the media. they also look at other historical events where science and popular beliefs conflicted...	File		02/13/2008 by: Guichetta
Before autism strikes Summary:CAN autism be prevented? It sounds like a very long shot. But that is the focus of innovative research at the University of Washington that will use behavioral techniques with infants genetically at risk for the condition to try to stave off the symp..	Link		01/27/2008 by: shannonj
Coping through comics: Manga sheds light on autism Summary:"People with autism, even if they have high intelligence, have difficulty explaining their feelings about the situation they are in to other people," manga artist Keiko Tobe said. "They have communication problems." Tobe's most successful manga wo..	Link		01/13/2008 by: shannonj
When Is An Epidemic an Epidemic? By John Gilmore Summary:Thought provoking questions and answers about what is really going on and what and who we all need to be watching.....	Content		12/13/2007 by: Angela
Autistic artist finds peace in his paintings Summary:Andrew Randall never liked arts and crafts as a child, but when he was 19 he was introduced to painting and something clicked. Andrew, 21, who was diagnosed with autism at the age of 3 and was later diagnosed with Tourette Syndrome and bipolar disord..	Content		11/26/2007 by: janneane7
Challenge of autism Summary:Challenge of autism Florida Tech center puts Brevard on the map in treatment of puzzling disorder ADVERTISEMENT Early diagnosis and treatment of autism sometimes make the difference between an individual needing a lifetime of supervision and c..	Link		10/08/2007 by: shannonj
11-year-old overcomes autism to lead fellow students Summary:11-year-old overcomes autism to lead fellow students Donnie overcame his tendencies to be shy, quiet and aloof to persuade his classmates to elect him as their school leader. In that capacity, he runs the student council and makes daily announceme..	Link		10/02/2007 by: shannonj
Family Wins Suit for Autistic Son's Health Care Summary:Family Wins Suit for Autistic Son's Health Care by Larry Abramson Two years ago, Jacob Micheletti was diagnosed with autism. His parents say Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) has transformed their son from a boy who was retreating into darknes..	Link		10/02/2007 by: shannonj
Vaccines and Autism: Together Again in the Media Spotlight Summary:Vaccines and Autism: Together Again in the Media Spotlight Do vaccines cause autism? Not only is the jury still out on this issue, it seems to be having a kickboxing fight in the judge's chambers! It's unlikely that all this in-fighting will have ..	Link		10/01/2007 by: shannonj
Study shows autism symptoms can improve into adulthood Summary:Study shows autism symptoms can improve into adulthood Sept. 25, 2007 -- Hallmarks of autism are characteristic behaviors — repetitive motions, problems interacting with others, impaired communication abilities — that occur in widely different com..	Link		09/27/2007 by: shannonj
6-Year-Old Autistic Student Criminally Charged After Alleged Assault Summary:6-Year-Old Autistic Student Criminally Charged After Alleged Assault A six-year-old autistic boy has been charged criminally after an incident inside his school where he allegedly assaulted a teacher's aide. It's a story you saw first on 9News...	Link		09/24/2007 by: shannonj
Corzine praises new legislation Summary:The legislation, which had bipartisan support, included bills providing for the training of teachers in autism awareness, requiring pediatricians to screen for symptoms of autism, creating a new panel of experts to study the needs of children with au..	Link		09/17/2007 by: shannonj
Autism Appeal to Prime Minister Gordon Brown on You Tube Summary:Autism Appeal to Prime Minister Gordon Brown on You Tube (London, UK) An appeal to Prime Minister Gordon Brown on autism and Asperger's Syndrome was launched earlier this week, on You Tube. The Autism Awareness Campaign UK is calling on Gordon Bro..	Link		09/17/2007 by: shannonj
VOSS/SCHAER/McKEON ADULTS WITH AUTISM TASK FORCE BILL SIGNED INTO LAW Summary:VOSS/SCHAER/McKEON ADULTS WITH AUTISM TASK FORCE BILL SIGNED INTO LAW Measure Creates Expert Panel to Establish a Comprehensive Plan For Rising Number of New Jersey Adults with Autism (WEST WINDSOR) - Legislation that will enable New Jersey t..	Link		09/15/2007 by: shannonj
Prime Minister receives 'Song for Autism' Summary:Prime Minister receives 'Song for Autism' Prime Minister Gordon Brown and Secretary of State for Children, Ed Balls, have received copies of the song for autism, 'Open Every Door'. The cover version has been recorded by British musician Rozagy,..	Link		09/05/2007 by: shannonj
A mouthful of sky for Kaushik Roy Summary:A mouthful of sky for Kaushik Roy 3 Sep 2007 Director Kaushik Roy talks about his debut film, Apna Aasman, winner of the German Star of India award at the Stuttgart film festival. Was it a challenge portraying autism in an Indian context? M..	Link		09/04/2007 by: shannonj
OAR Announces Scholarship Program for Persons with Autism Summary:OAR Announces Scholarship Program for Persons with Autism Arlington, VA- OAR is proud to announce the Schwallie Family Scholarship Program, established by OAR Board member, Ed Schwallie, and his family through a gift from the Schwallie Family Fo..	Content		09/04/2007 by: shannonj
190,000 Kids Suffer Brain Disorder Yearly Summary:190,000 Kids Suffer Brain Disorder Yearly By ENYERIBE EJIOGU Tuesday, August 28, 2007 The global family of people suffering from autism is up in arms against the recent decision by the Irish government to deport a sis-year Nigerian boy, Great Ag..	Link		08/28/2007 by: shannonj
Hunting the gene that traps children in their own world Summary:Hunting the gene that traps children in their own world From The Times August 27, 2007 Hunting the gene that traps children in their own world Parents and scientists are hoping that a new detailed analysis based on human genome will bring a big b..	Link		08/27/2007 by: shannonj
50-mile run to raise awareness about autism Summary:50-mile run to raise awareness about autism Posted by the Asbury Park Press on 08/19/07 BY TRISTAN J. SCHWEIGER POINT PLEASANT BEACH — On Friday, Brian Shea plans to run 50 miles. He'll do it again the next day. And on Sunday, he'll com..	Link		08/21/2007 by: shannonj
Under Suspicion Summary:Under suspicion Researchers now believe that autism can be caused by genes in combination with environmental triggers. The question is, what are those triggers? By Carey Goldberg, Globe Staff \| August 13, 2007 Nancy Duley wants desperately..	Link		08/14/2007 by: shannonj
Autism Speaks 400 at Dover - NASCAR Nextel Cup Summary:Autism Speaks 400 at Dover - NASCAR Nextel Cup The Monster Mile at Dover is an underrated track. If Bristol is one of NASCAR's cathedrals (and it is), Dover is a mega-church. It's actually quite a lot like Thunder Valley, except it's about twice ..	Link		08/13/2007 by: shannonj
Study Discovers Link Between Increased White Matter In The Brain And Poor Motor Skills In Children With Autism Summary:Study Discovers Link Between Increased White Matter In The Brain And Poor Motor Skills In Children With Autism Article Date: 31 Jul 2007 - 0:00 PDT A study published in the August issue of the journal Brain demonstrates, for the first time, a..	Link		08/09/2007 by: shannonj
Major Medical Announcement to be Delivered at International Autism Conference Study On Autistic Children Show Significant Clinical Improvements Summary:Major Medical Announcement to be Delivered at International Autism Conference Study On Autistic Children Show Significant Clinical Improvements LOUISVILLE, COLORADO August 03, 2007 (PRLEAP.COM) US Autism & Asperger Association, Inc. (USA..	Link		08/09/2007 by: shannonj
Autism - something to sing about? Summary:Autism - something to sing about? Donna Williams August 5, 2007 Here I interview artist and singer, RozaGy about a recent song to raise autism awarness. DONNA: Hi Roza, I met you at one of my UK lectures last year. You were quite memora..	Link		08/09/2007 by: shannonj
UIC to study autism Summary:UIC to study autism August 7, 2007 The University of Illinois at Chicago announced Monday that it's been given a $9.6 million federal grant to create an Autism Center of Excellence. UIC researchers will focus on investigating the underlying cause..	Link		08/08/2007 by: shannonj
'It is not a disease, it is a way of life' Summary:It is not a disease, it is a way of life' Today, an event run by and for autistic people kicks off in Somerset, the latest act of a burgeoning autism rights movement. Emine Saner reports on the campaign to celebrate difference, rather than cure ..	Link		08/08/2007 by: shannonj
ING Direct Sponsors Ride Now Program Summary:This week, ING Direct signed on as a presenting sponsor for the Ride Now program, through the hard work of Philadelphia Ride co-chairs, Doug Fischer, Robert Rzeczkowski, and Laurie Riggs. ING will donate $20,000 to each of the four Ride Now events i..	Link		08/01/2007 by: shannonj
ADVOCATE SUPPORT FOR LEGISLATION INTRODUCED TO CREATE SAVINGS ACCOUNTS TO PROVIDE FINANCIAL SECURITY FOR INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES Summary:National Fragile X Foundation Washington Team ADVOCATE SUPPORT FOR LEGISLATION INTRODUCED TO CREATE SAVINGS ACCOUNTS TO PROVIDE FINANCIAL SECURITY FOR INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES A bill has been recently introduced in Congress that would affor..	Link		08/01/2007 by: shannonj
Autistic Children Wait for Help Summary:Autistic children wait for help Getting into Medicaid program takes a year; families struggle to afford therapies By BELINDA YU byu@journalsentinel.com Posted: July 28, 2007 In the debate over early intervention therapy for Wisconsin's g..	Link		07/30/2007 by: shannonj
New Model For Autism Suggests Women Carry The Disorder And Explains Age As A Risk Factor Summary:New Model For Autism Suggests Women Carry The Disorder And Explains Age As A Risk Factor Science Daily — A new model for understanding how autism is acquired has been developed by a team of researchers led by Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory (CSHL) a..	Link		07/30/2007 by: shannonj
Living with autism Summary:Living with autism The Daily Journal Family's two children battle forms of the disease By Antonio Young ayoung@daily-journal.com 815-937-3385 No matter how hard he tried, Cody Gilbert just couldn't keep still while watching TV with..	Link		07/30/2007 by: shannonj
Autism group probes why children love Thomas the Tank Engine Summary:Autism group probes why children love Thomas the Tank Engine Friday, July 27, 2007 CBC Arts The simple stories and clear facial expressions of the Thomas the Tank Engine characters have made them a favourite among children with autism, accord..	Link		07/29/2007 by: shannonj
Pa. House passes bill to cover autism care Summary:Pa. House passes bill to cover autism care Associated Press HARRISBURG - Private insurers would have to provide up to $36,000 in coverage annually for autism services under a bill that the Pennsylvania House passed without opposition yesterday...	Link		07/19/2007 by: shannonj
Autism joins the campaign trail Summary:Autism joins the campaign trail Parents vow to make politicians improve services for children By ANTONELLA ARTUSO, QUEEN'S PARK BUREAU CHIEF Premier Bob Rae's re-election bid was dogged by social-contract-hating protesters. Giant flip-..	Link		07/16/2007 by: shannonj
Cases of autism may be higher than believed Summary:Cases of autism may be higher than believed By Marion O’Mara A NEW study estimating that 1 in 58 children in the UK has autism has prompted MEP, Kathy Sinnott, to express the view that the Autism Epidemic is affecting similar numbers in Ireland...	Link		07/16/2007 by: shannonj
Undeniable Fact of Autism Summary:Undeniable fact of autism It will come as no surprise to parents that one child in 58 in the UK has autism (your report, 9 July). The diagnosis of this devastating childhood condition has increased to such an extent since 1990 that many families are..	Link		07/11/2007 by: shannonj
Rolling for Autism Summary:Rolling For Autism While most college graduates are looking for their first job or applying to graduate schools, several recent graduates are taking a slightly different path. Union College Senior Dan Tatar started a foundation to raise money and ..	Link		07/06/2007 by: shannonj
The Sooner the Better Summary:The Sooner the Better A new study finds that autism can be identified at around 14 months, much earlier than previously thought. How early diagnosis can improve http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/19588967/site/newsweek/ web exclusive By Karen Springen..	Link		07/06/2007 by: shannonj
Social Skills Programs For Children With Autism Are Largely Ineffective, Study Suggests Summary:Social Skills Programs For Children With Autism Are Largely Ineffective, Study Suggests Science Daily — A meta-analysis of 55 published research studies reveals programs designed to teach social skills to children with autism are failing to meet the..	Link		06/29/2007 by: shannonj
N.J. School Could Undergo Tests For Possible Autism Link Summary:PUBLIC HEALTH N.J. School Could Undergo Tests For Possible Autism Link Northvale, N.J. -- Officials and environmental experts are investigating a high incidence of autism and learning disabilities among children born to teachers a..	Link		06/20/2007 by: shannonj
Bring Light: Social Networking and Fundraising Site Launches Summary:Bring Light: Social Networking and Fundraising Site Launches http://blogher.org/node/20048 Co-founders Melissa Dyrdahl and Drew McManus left senior executive positions at Adobe Systems to apply their business, marketing and technology expertise..	Content		05/29/2007 by: shannonj
Time to Get a Grip by Martha Herbert MD., PhD Summary:Time to Get a Grip by Martha Herbert MD., PhD Does an environmental role in autism make sense? How do we decide?..	File		05/17/2007 by: shannonj
Video Games Test For Autism, Dyslexia Summary: Video Games Test For Autism, Dyslexia By Lisa Baertlein for Reuters. http://www.reuters.com/article/lifestyleMolt/idUSN5927832920070510 Bernard McCrory knows what happens when autism strikes and his company, Learning for Childre..	Content		05/16/2007 by: shannonj
Monkey Relied On By Autistic Owner Stolen Summary:Monkey Relied On By Autistic Owner Stolen..	Content		05/16/2007 by: shannonj
AUTISM: The Musical Summary:AUTISM: The Musical is a dynamic look into the lives of several families whose children have autism..	Link		05/15/2007 by: shannonj
Guiding Light brings Autism Awareness to Daytime Audience Summary:Guiding Light brings Autism Awareness to Daytime Audience The CBS daytime drama "Guiding Light" is showing its support for autism awareness. Beginning this week, characters on the show are wearing the Autism Speaks blue puzzle piece pin. Each week..	Link		05/15/2007 by: shannonj
Peeking Under the Garage Door of Autism Summary:Peeking Under the Garage Door of Autism A Missouri Parent Tells Her Story of Hope Nightly newscasts and major publications have quoted the statistics, shared the stories of families and worked to shed light on this “mysterious” epidemic that ta..	Content		05/15/2007 by: shannonj

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