Researchers who interviewed young people with autism in the 1980s are now following up with the group to find out what happened as they became adults. The findings are encouraging, with many individuals exceeding the expectations that parents and teachers had for them years ago, reports the Salt Lake Tribune. The results, the researchers hope, will help families of children being diagnosed today to better understand what they can expect. To read more click here.

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