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Disney, Autism, GAC.....Oh my!

Traveling anywhere with a special needs child, especially Disney, and especially with 3 special needs children (all on the spectrum) can seem...

2012 Walk Now for Autism Speaks: Chicago

A few hit or miss rain showers and cool Lake Michigan breezes, where not nearly enough to dampen these Saturday morning spirits. Thousands of...

Sharp Increases in Autism; Cause for concern

Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and Autism are both general terms for a group of complex disorders of brain development. Those diagnosed withthe...

Importance of Parental Involvement A Case Study

From the very beginning, Terri knew there was something wrong. Even as a kindergartner, her son hardly spoke at all. She was referred to an early...

Little City Book Fair benefits foundation for those with autism

The summer months fly by, so it is never too early to plan ahead for important events. The Little City Book Fair is billed as the largest used book...

Maternal obesity increases risk for autism

Researchers in California found a link to maternal obesity and autism. They found a 60% higher risk of autism and other developmental delays in...

Do bacteria play a role in autism

Autism is a complex disorder that probably has many causative and aggravating factors. There are no definitive diagnostic tests for autism. The...

White cops kill a black, mentally disabled youth

The killing of a black 15 year-old autism teenager by two, white Calumet City police officers has sparked accusations of racism and excessive force...