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The prevalence of IT jobs may be linked to increases in autistic children
Researchers from Cambridge University recently conducted a study that indicates that autism diagnoses are more common in areas where information technology (IT) is common. more...
New research may reveal early indicator of autism
Researchers from Columbia University recently announced that a new study indicates that functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI) may be a useful tool in detecting autism early. more...
A therapeutic boarding school may assist autistic students
Researchers at the University of California at Los Angeles recently conducted a study in order to discover how to explain autism, as it does not leave any physical marks as it develops in the brain. more...
Autistic teen recovered after meeting with stranger she met online
A study by Cox Communications and the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children shows that about 71 percent of teens have received a message on websites such as MySpance, Xanga and Friendster from a stranger.. more...
Therapeutic schools may ensure autistic children get more care
Autism is a developmental disorder that typically appears before a child is three-years-old, according to the U.S. National Library of Medicine. more...
Therapeutic schools may prevent autistic teens from being bullied
Researchers at Queens University recently found that teen boys between the ages of 12 and 18 who have an autism spectrum disorder are bullied more than other youths. more...
Study shows that a majority of autistic children are prone to wandering
A recent study by the Interactive Autism Network shows that almost half of parents who have children with autism report that their child elopes, or leaves an area without returning. more...
Parents who cannot manage autistic teens can enroll them in therapeutic schools
According to Autism Speaks, the word autism refers to a category of complex developmental problems called pervasive developmental disorders (PDD). more...
New study shows that autistic children have larger brains
The Archives of General Psychiatry recently published a study by the Carolina Institute for Developmental Disorders that shows that children who have autism may also have larger brains than their peers. more...
Therapeutic schools can help manage the behavior of autistic youths
If parents believe they need additional support to manage their autistic youth, they may want to research a therapeutic boarding school. more...
Survey finds many autistic children run away from their homes
More than half of parents of autistic children report that their kids have wandered away from their home or families and did not return for periods that were long enough to arouse concern, according to a recent survey. more...
Autistic children frequently suffer from treatment-resistant epilepsy
According to a recent study published in the journal Epilepsia, the prevalence of treatment-resistant epilepsy may be higher among individuals with idiopathic autism than in other demographics. more...
Extra copies of genes may exacerbate social problems among autistic
A gene found in neuron synapses that allows for the communication of inhibitory and excitatory signals between cells may increase the severity of social dysfunction that often accompanies autism spectrum disorders. more...
Underprivileged kids are receiving autism diagnoses earlier, more often
The rate of autism diagnosis among kids from low-income families is on the rise, although many disadvantaged children still do not receive proper identification, according to a recent study published in the journal American Sociological Review. more...
The Autism Society calls for increased awareness during April
In recognition of National Autism Awareness Month, The Autism Society recently announced that group members will initiate several new awareness programs throughout April. more...
Technology may improve autistic individuals' social skills
Scientists have found that autistic individuals respond well to new technology that virtually simulates conversations with users, according to a recent study published in the journal Cyberpsychology, Behavior, and Social Networking. more...
South Florida trains lifeguards extensively for autistic children
A recent poll conducted by the National Autism Association found that approximately 92 percent of children with autism are prone to wandering away, which experts call "elopement." more...
Florida family hosts golf tournament for autism research
Many people live with autism in the United States, and experts have yet to develop a cure for the condition. more...
Kansas couple advocates for better autism education
Autism is a learning disability that can not only dramatically impact the life of a child, but a parent as well. more...
Dogs being used more frequently for autism treatment
Autism is a disability that can hinder a child's cognitive skills, but researchers are developing new ways for individuals to cope with the condition over time. more...
Link between vaccines and autism may be fraudulent
For years, physicians have been led to believe that vaccinations and autism were linked after the release of a study conducted by Dr. Andrew Wakefield. more...

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