Asperger Syndrome is a complex developmental disability marked by impairments in socialization, communication, cognition, and sensation. Like classic autism, Asperger Syndrome is a neurological disorder that affects a person’s ability to communicate and relate to others. It is a lifelong disorder that carries with it considerable and long-term behavior problems. Although the characteristics of Asperger [...]

Although ‘diets’ are a popular treatment for ASD, particularly advocated by alternative nutritional practitioners, there is a lack of consistent and good quality scientific evidence. Therefore, no particular diets are recommended across the board for the treatment of ASD. A minority of individuals with ASD do seem to find that their specific behavior or bowel [...]

An Introduction to Autism
One of the most devastating disorders to affect children in the first three years of their lives is that of ‘Autism’. Various studies on this developmental disorder reveal that one of the many causes for this disorder amongst the infant group as also in adults is a neurological disorder that leaves direct [...]

Learning all you can about autism and getting involved in treatment will go a long way toward helping your child. Additionally, the following tips will make daily home life easier for your both you and your autistic child:
1. Be consistent.
Autistic children have a hard time adapting what they’ve learned in one setting (such as [...]

This isn’t the most uplifting pre-Thanksgiving entry, but this new study really resonated with me. Holidays can be particularly challenging for children with autism and their moms. To help Paige (my 13-year-old daughter with autism) enjoy her five-day break from school, I’m going to keep her busy and spend as much time as possible outside.
If [...]

Carlos A. Pardo, MD, of Johns Hopkins University said in a press release that the findings reinforce the theory that inflammation in the brain is involved in autism, although it is not yet clear whether it is destructive or beneficial or both. Inflammation occurs when the immune system is activated, causing cells to rush into [...]

“The Joker has stolen the world’s biggest diamond, and it’s up to Batman and Robin to get it back. On a video monitor, hands move toy action figures through the paces of the story, as an off-camera voice speaks the dialogue.”
John, age 6, watches the monitor with rapt attention. He is autistic, and this is [...]