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The Economics Of Autism

Posted by Kevin · Published: April 21, 2007 · Comments (29)

All three of our boys, twins age 5 and a 3-year-old, are autistic. Anecdotally I hear I'm only two children away from establishing some sort of world record, as I was told that the O'Donnell family featured earlier this year on Extreme Makeover Home Edition with 5 out of six... [Full Story]

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What kind of world do you want?

Posted by Kim Priestap · Published: April 15, 2007 · Comments (12)

How about a world without autism. The organization Autism Speaks has collaborated with Five for Fighting to raise money for autism research. Together they created a video of Five for Fighting's song "World" featuring images of autistic children. This is how you can get involved: John Ondrasik of Five for... [Full Story]

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The Cause Of Autism

Posted by Kevin · Published: November 15, 2004 · Comments (12)

Researchers are making progress in understanding what causes autism. From BBC NEWS:Scientists have produced compelling evidence that autism may in some cases be linked to inflammation of the brain. They found certain immune system components that promote inflammation are consistently activated in people with autism. Autistic children have difficulties in... [Full Story]

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Todays Youth

Posted by Kevin · Published: October 24, 2004 · Comments (4)

It's not all bad news... From the L.A. Times (registration required - bugmenot):David Mason crossed his fingers and squeezed his eyes shut as he listened to the announcement that confirmed his dream: This Culver City High School senior, an autistic youth enrolled in the campus' special education program, was named... [Full Story]

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Product Labeling To Clearly List Allergens

Posted by Kevin · Published: July 7, 2004 · Comments (0)

Here's an interesting story from The Wall Street Journal that should be good news those who suffer from food allergies.In a welcome development for millions of Americans who suffer from food allergies, the House of Representatives is expected to pass a bill next week that will require food makers to... [Full Story]

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To Vaccinate, Or Not?

Posted by Kevin · Published: November 3, 2003 · Comments (5)

While there are issues with the MMR vaccine; as parent in the US there is almost no choice as to whether to receive the MMR shot. You simply cannot attend a school (public or private) without record of the shot. I'm looking for a case where failure to vaccinate lead... [Full Story]

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Girls, Boys and Autism

Posted by Kevin · Published: September 1, 2003 · Comments (2)

Newsweek has a fascinating article on Autism, which focuses on new theories of how autism may be related to differences in the sexes.... [Full Story]

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Charlatans

Posted by Kevin · Published: August 24, 2003 · Comments (3)

CNN has a story on a "religious healing" gone terribly wrong.A pastor said Saturday that church leaders were trying to heal an autistic 8-year-old boy when he inexplicably stopped breathing and died during a prayer service Friday night. During the hourlong session, the boy's feet and hands were restrained by... [Full Story]

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And Now For Something Completely Different - Rest

Posted by Kevin · Published: July 27, 2003 · Comments (1)

Thanks to everyone who sponsored, visited, or encouraged me during the last 24 hours. This has been a marvelous experience for a wonderful Foundation. There's still time to reach my goal of $1000. Pledging is open until Monday. Give often :-). Sponsors go here to find out how to send... [Full Story]

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Get Outraged

Posted by Kevin · Published: July 27, 2003 · Comments (0)

Get mad, then start contacting your representative Kentucky residents.As a result of Medicaid cuts, some Kentucky children with autism and other severe emotional disorders are losing services under a state program that pays for their therapy. Using new, stricter standards for eligibility, the children are among nearly 2,000 Kentuckians who... [Full Story]

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PLAY/Autism

Posted by Kevin · Published: July 27, 2003 · Comments (0)

Parents of young children with autism are finding a playful way to help their kids. The University of Michigan's PLAY therapy program focuses on autistic children from 18 months to six years old. The children and their families embark on intensive therapy that capitalizes on activities the children enjoy doing,... [Full Story]

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Weariness In The Late Hours

Posted by Kevin · Published: July 27, 2003 · Comments (0)

Autism... The hour is late, and my thoughts are polluted from a chat going on with Meryl, Michele, Lair, WindRidder, and Dean. Anyway I want to say to the parents of Autistic children you have my deepest respect. With two 23 month old boys we know a little bit about... [Full Story]

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Autism - A Mothers Story

Posted by Kevin · Published: July 26, 2003 · Comments (1)

Growing up is tough. Being a parent is much tougher. Being a parent of an autistic child is probably the toughest things I've ever had to experience in my life. I wouldn't change it for the world. Well, yes things might be easier had I not had to experience it... [Full Story]

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Autism Stories

Posted by Kevin · Published: July 26, 2003 · Comments (2)

From Dwight Meredith at PLA: Raising an autistic child presents certain challenges. Situations sometimes spin out of control to the point that the only available recourse is laughter. Which, in a round about way, brings me to the subject of diet. Many autistic kids are very particular about what they... [Full Story]

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Autism Link Of The Day

Posted by Kevin · Published: July 25, 2003 · Comments (0)

Here's a two fathers in Canada trying to raise money for autism research by cycling across Canada. Their web site is Cycle For Autism. Remember the Blogathon is tomorrow. Pledges can be made at any time, even after the event starts. Pledge Now! ... [Full Story]

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Autism Link Of The Day

Posted by Kevin · Published: July 24, 2003 · Comments (0)

Parents are seeking state aide in Kansas for a class action suit against vaccine maker Eli Lilly. Many parents and scientists believe that thimerosal, a mercury compound that has been used for decades in vaccines, is responsible for autism. There is an interesting note at the end of the story:A... [Full Story]

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Autism Link Of The Day

Posted by Kevin · Published: July 23, 2003 · Comments (0)

A Purdue grad student is compiling information to find the most effective ways for people who have autism to communicate. Because of their difficulties in expressing their wants and needs, some people who have autism spectrum disorder � with its characteristics present in a variety of combinations and degrees of... [Full Story]

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Autism Link Of The Day

Posted by Kevin · Published: July 22, 2003 · Comments (0)

Leading up to the Blogathon I've been featuring an Autism link each day. Today's story details how a growing number of parents, teachers, and scientists are finding avenues to reach autistic children. Read the full story in the Clarksville Leaf Chronicle (TN).... [Full Story]

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Autism Link Of The Day

Posted by Kevin · Published: July 21, 2003 · Comments (0)

This San Francisco Chronicle article is an excellent account of a family's life with their ten year old autistic son Cameron. To families with autistic children I would imagine it seems like a scene from their own home. It is the first of a multi part series, so I will... [Full Story]

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Autism Link Of The Day

Posted by Kevin · Published: July 20, 2003 · Comments (1)

One of the variety of disorders that are part of the Autism family, is Asperger's Syndrome. Note that there is a difference in High Functioning Autism and High Functioning Asperger's. Children with Asperger's, especially those that are High Functioning, are not what many would think of when they think of... [Full Story]

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Autism Link Of The Day

Posted by Kevin · Published: July 19, 2003 · Comments (0)

Early detection is getting a boost with announcements like this:The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) in partnership with the Autism Society of America (ASA) has announced a joint initiative aimed at boosting awareness of the importance of early screening and intervention for autism. CDC and ASA will work... [Full Story]

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Autism Link Of The Day

Posted by Kevin · Published: July 18, 2003 · Comments (1)

A heart warming story of a mothers love and nurturing for her autistic son, from the LA Daily News. Story via AutismWatch, a group blog that Blogathon sponsor Dwight Meredith started.... [Full Story]

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Autism Link Of The Day

Posted by Kevin · Published: July 17, 2003 · Comments (1)

Over The Edge reminds us that the 60 Minutes II story was aired again Wednesday night. I saw this last fall, and was amazed. Tito Mukhopadhyay is challenging every assumption about autism. Tito is doing what doctors and researchers once thought impossible: He has learned to write eloquently and independently... [Full Story]

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Autism Link Of The Day

Posted by Kevin · Published: July 16, 2003 · Comments (3)

News today from the University of California at San Diego (UCSD) on the Autism research front:Autism, a devastating disorder marked by poor social and learning skills, may be caused by reduced brain size at birth followed by bursts of brain growth months later, San Diego researchers have found. "What we've... [Full Story]

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Autism Link Of The Day

Posted by Kevin · Published: July 15, 2003 · Comments (0)

A high functioning autistic named Moggy left the following in the comment section at PLA that is one of the most interesting views of autism that they have ever encountered. I agree, it is a must read. Here it is in its entirety.... [Full Story]

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