Autism
City Among First To Go ‘Autism Friendly’
A Midwestern city of 25,000 is believed to be one of the first to launch a concerted, community-wide effort enlisting schools, businesses and residents to accommodate people with autism.
Humanoid Teaching Kids With ASD Social, Emotional Skills
Across the country, educators are incorporating lessons with a doll-like robot designed to help students with autism learn new vocabulary, calming techniques and other coping skills.
FDA Grants Fast-Track Status To Possible Autism Drug
For at least the second time this year, the Food and Drug Administration is moving to accelerate the approval process for a drug designed to address the core symptoms of autism.
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Fitbit-Like Device Shows Promise In Predicting Autism Aggression
A system that uses a digital wristband and a mobile app could someday predict outbursts among children with autism, allowing family members and helpers to prevent and prepare for episodes.
How Geography Influences Autism Treatment
There are many treatment options for children with autism ranging from speech and behavioral therapy to medication, but which ones families choose appears to depend on where they live.
Test Predicts Autism In Babies As Young As 3 Months
New research suggests that a simple, inexpensive test may be able to accurately identify whether or not children as young as 3 months will go on to have autism.
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Lack Of Quality Caregivers, Constant Turnover Tough On Families
Families of those with developmental disabilities are struggling to find trustworthy caregivers and, even when they do, it's often only a matter of time before the search begins again.
Researchers Eye Controversial Marijuana Compound To Treat Severe Autism
A study will examine whether a non-psychoactive chemical found in marijuana can ease the most severe symptoms of autism, including seizures, self-injurious behavior and crippling anxiety.
Autism Prevalence On The Rise, CDC Says
An increasing number of American children are being diagnosed with autism, according to new government figures.
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Despite Law, Funds To Address Wandering Remain In Limbo
A new law calls for the government to provide free tracking devices and other resources for kids with developmental disabilities who wander, but it's anyone's guess when that will happen.
Asperger’s Controversial Past: Doctor Behind Syndrome Linked To Nazis
A new paper and a forthcoming book are bringing claims that the physician for whom Asperger's syndrome was named had ties to the Nazi Party and its euthanasia efforts.
Behavior Gains Possible In Adults With Autism, Study Finds
With intervention, adults with autism can see behavioral improvements, according to new research suggesting that the window of opportunity for gains may be longer than previously thought.