E-Infrastructures Give Real Boost To Virtual Observatories Nov 2, 2009
5, 2008) Researchers are developing an intervention using "virtual peers" -- technology driven, animated life-size children -- to help develop communication and social skills in children with autism. (Mar. (Science Daily)
Experts put their heads together Nov 2, 2009
In recent years, San Diego neuroscientists have been in the forefront of research investigating the causes and treatments for autism; neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer's and Huntington's; and how the brain grows, adapts and ages ... Research areas: Neurodegenerative diseases, including Alzheimer's, ALS, Huntington's and Parkinson's, as well as clinical treatment of those disorders; stroke specialists at medical centers in Hillcrest and La Jolla; the region's largest headache center... (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Lending a hand Nov 1, 2009
Another organization that relies heavily upon funding from FESAC and the SCCF is Venciendo al Autismo, a center for children with autism founded and run by mothers of effected children. Headquartered in a small converted house, Venciendo al Autismo currently helps 37 children and adults with varying degrees of autism, along with their families ... One of their goals is to raise awareness of autism within the community: how to diagnose the disease (one mother didn t know her son was autistic... (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
Suzanne Kleone Sarlette Nov 1, 2009
In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to the Autism Society of America. Suzanne was born and grew up in Morris, Minn. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
Teacher, Principal of the Year announced Nov 1, 2009
She has been with Beaufort County throughout that time, teaching children with autism at Eastern Elementary School and now Chocowinity Primary School. She was named North Carolina Autism Societys Teacher of the Year for 2008-2009. (Washington Daily News, NC)
Families Benefit from Autism Speaks Nov 1, 2009
Her problem is autism. It's uncommon for girls to have autism; the disorder strikes mostly boys ... The one-on-one therapy uses constant reinforcement to teach children with autism new skills and words. (W-USA News, DC)
Are your tweenagers trick-or-treating without you? Oct 31, 2009
Are your tweenagers trick-or-treating without you. A Blog for Busy Moms - MOMania. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Living)
Around the Valley Oct 31, 2009
Fundraiser for autism center almost over. Ontario There is a fundraiser for The Autism Center being held the entire month of October at DJs Family Restaurant, 625 E. Idaho Ave., Ontario ... Ten percent of all cookie sales will be donated to The Autism Center at the end of the month. (Ontario Argus Observer, OR)
Furlough case to be heard sooner Oct 31, 2009
One suit represents nine students with autism ... One suit represents nine students with autism. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Pupil-free days Oct 30, 2009
This year I'll be renewing my CPR and advanced First Aid course, doing a workshop on teaching kids with Autism Spectrum Disorder, working on a whole school literacy strategy, finding ways to integrate aspects of positive psychology and social skills into HSIE/COGS units (humanities subjects) and yes, having lunch with my colleagues. Our Christmas party is self funded and our yearly bonus zero. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Opinion)
Do adults without kids waste their time? Oct 30, 2009
Do adults without kids waste their time. A Blog for Busy Moms - MOMania. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Living)
The Parenting Place Oct 30, 2009
I refuse to get cause up in the hysteria that vaccinations cause autism. I know that if i have my child vaccinated he will be protected from these diseases if exposed(and there have been outbreaks of mumps and measles because of unvaccinated children) and I'm not willing to risk his life on the uncomfirmed/very unlikely chance he will suddenly become autistic. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
More H1N1 vaccine arrives, but still too little Oct 30, 2009
Some people have claimed that the historical use of thimerosal in vaccines was responsible for the autism epidemic, and other people just worry because mercury is a neurotoxin ... There have been studies showing there is no connection with autism and the author of the thimerosal/autism study has questionable reputation/ethics. (Palo Alto Online, CA)
Judge Ezra moves up Furlough Friday hearing date Oct 30, 2009
One suit, N.D. et al vs. State of Hawaii, represents n 00004000 ine students with autism ... One suit, N.D. et al vs. State of Hawaii, represents nine students with autism. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Rethink Autism Oct 30, 2009
(WUSA) -- NanciPuwalski's 9-year-old daughter, Sophie, was diagnosed with Autism when she was two-years-old ... Skills, such as, how to control the disruptive behaviors that can set kids with autism apart, or the barriers to communicating their wants and needs ... Many of these concernsare the shared concerns of the over involved in the fight to better understand autism. (W-USA News, DC)
Swine Flu Etiquette: Should families self quarantine? Oct 29, 2009
Swine Flu Etiquette: Should families self quarantine. A Blog for Busy Moms - MOMania. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Living)
Musical Sensibility Can Help Shape Teaching, Research Education Oct 29, 2009
It is for this reason that researchers are using music to help children with autism spectrum disorders, for whom. . (Science Daily)
Generation Rescue Fundraiser at the Playboy Mansion to be Hosted by DomainSponsor and the DOMAINfest Global Conference Oct 29, 2009
net and organizer of DOMAINfest Global, today announced that it will be hosting a fundraising event benefiting Jenny McCarthy's autism organization Generation Rescue, a foundation dedicated to funding biomedical treatment for families who can not afford it and research into the causes of autism ... "Generation Rescue is pleased to be affiliated with the fundraising event hosted by DomainSponsor at the Mansion. This high profile event will help us promote autism awareness to new audiences, and... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Schools struggle with hard-to-get swine flu vaccine Oct 29, 2009
While some doses contain the mercury-containing preservative thimerosal, numerous studies have shown no link to autism. Still, some parents are worried. (Allston Brighton TAB, MA)
Antipsychotic Drugs Spur Dramatic Weight Gain in Kids Oct 28, 2009
Children and teens who take medicines for conditions such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder and autism tend to put on a substantial amount of weight, a new study finds. The worry is that excessive weight gain and other metabolic changes in childhood can place kids at risk for chronic health problems as adults. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Health)
Study: Psych Drugs Tied to 'Alarming' Weight Gain in Kids Oct 28, 2009
Weight gain is a known possible side effect of the anti-psychotic drugs which are prescribed for bipolar disorder and schizophrenia, but also increasingly for autism, attention deficit disorders and other behavior problems. The new study in mostly older children and teens suggests they may be more vulnerable to weight gain than adults. (Fox News)
Companies step up with special hires Oct 28, 2009
The 22-year-old Smith, who has autism, found employment at Rainbow Florist four months ago through the , a four-year-old organization that helps locate work for individuals with disabilities who might otherwise remain jobless. The leadership network is recognizing Rainbow Florist and four other companies at a luncheon today at the Crown Plaza Oceanfront in Melbourne for their commitment to hiring workers with disabilities. (Florida Today)
Camping for Dummies II: Things I did wrong! Oct 28, 2009
Camping for Dummies II: Things I did wrong. A Blog for Busy Moms - MOMania. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Living)
New specialists Oct 28, 2009
Specialty: Developmental pediatrics, evaluation for infants born prematurely, developmental conditions such as autism and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder. Experience: Associate director of developmental pediatrics at St. Joseph's Hospital and Medical Center, clinical associate professor in pediatrics at the University of Arizona College of Medicine, medical degree from the Ohio State University, pediatric residency at Children's National Medical Center in Washington, D.C., fellowship at... (AZCentral -- News)
Broncos turn pink in support of breast cancer awareness Oct 28, 2009
Other Face to Face issues will include diabetes, autism and drug and alcohol awareness. Share this Article. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
New 'Schizophrenia Gene' Prompts Researchers To Test Potential Drug Target Oct 28, 2009
27, 2009) Johns Hopkins scientists report having used a commercially available drug to successfully "rescue" animal brain cells that they had intentionally damaged by manipulating a newly discovered gene that links susceptibility genes for schizophrenia and autism ... The idea to test this drug's effectiveness at rescuing impaired nerve cells occurred to the team as a result of having discovered a new gene that appears to act in concert with two previously identified schizophrenia susceptibility... (Science Daily)
Does more housework equal more sex? Oct 27, 2009
Does more housework equal more sex. A Blog for Busy Moms - MOMania. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Living)
Mother courage Oct 27, 2009
Page last updated at 13:06 GMT, Monday, 26 October 2009. Maternal mortality across the world. (BBC News -- Health)
Melrose League of Women Voters holds School Committee Candidates Forum Oct 27, 2009
We re starting to do that with the autism program. When we bring our kids back, they get to go to school with their friends we can also bring in kids from other districts, bring their kids to our programs she said. (Melrose Free Press, MA)
Bulletin Board Oct 27, 2009
BRAINTREE AUTISM NETWORK. (BANDS) will present "The Reality of Living with ASD and How to Cope with It" at the regular monthly meeting on Monday, Nov. 9, at 7:30 p.m. at Thayer Public Library. Fee will be collected. (Braintree Forum, MA)
Pre-Birth Exposure to 1918 Flu Raised Heart Risks, Study Finds Oct 27, 2009
Maternal stress increases a number of developmental problems, including the risk for autism and schizophrenia, Finch said. Whether these same effects can be traced to other flu strains also is unknown, he said. (MEDLINEplus)
Legislative candidates discuss the issues Oct 27, 2009
Incumbent legislator Sean Frey, D,I-Durham, said a number of students in his district with autism take buses to day programs in other counties. He said transportation costs for those programs could be cut if similar programs were offered at a center Greene County. (Catskill Daily Mail, NY)
CSHL-led team discovers rare mutation dramatically increasing schizophrenia risk Oct 26, 2009
2, are already linked to autism ... Schizophrenia and autism: two sides of the same coin ... It was previously spotted in a 2007 study with Professor Michael Wigler at CSHL -- a deletion of the identical region was identified in a girl with autism. (EurekAlert!)
Lesser access for babies? Oct 26, 2009
Alan I. Kirshner, chairman and CEO of Markel Corp. and co-founder of the Faison School for Autism. The visitor caught Wilson Pearson s eye soon after stepping into the 7-year-old s bright blue-green classroom at the Faison School for Autism. (Yahoo News -- Child Welfare)
Columnist: Use of 'R-word' displays ignorance Oct 26, 2009
Jonathan has autism, an intellectual disability many still refer to as mental retardation ... According to a government report released earlier this month, more than 1 in 100 American children and teenagers may have autism ... Most experts will say that autism is probably caused by a combination of genetic and environmental factors. (Daily Collegian, PA)
Malibu dentist aims to ban mercury amalgam fillings (3) Oct 25, 2009
"Through July 28 of this year, the FDA had been collecting comments supported by empirical data and scientific evidence concerning classification of and special controls for dental amalgam, and will issue a final rule after reviewing the comments.While the FDA has yet to recommend that people who already have mercury amalgam fillings remove them, Rota believes that this process is the first step to detoxification and elimination of a substance that can continue to affect people all their... (Malibu Times, CA)
Equal Rights Commission honors three Oct 25, 2009
Central Valley Walk Now for Autism generated $135,000 during the Oct. 17 event at Modesto Junior College's West Campus. Local groups, families, individuals and organizations across the Central Valley participated. (Modesto Bee, CA)
Clinic runs out of swine flu shots Oct 24, 2009
seniorlady wrote on Oct 23, 2009 11:36 PM:" sunnyside where are you? I know you are an avowed advocate against vaccines and I'm inclined to whole heartedly agree with you on this. Many of the ingredients have been linked to everything from autism to Gulf War syndrome, Aids and paralysis, cancer and even death. They haven't even done field trials to ensure the very safety of these shots and in any case, you have no recourse from an adverse reaction{ you cannot sue} because government protects... (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
Portrait of an Artist as a Panorama Master Oct 24, 2009
Wiltshire is an artist with autism who draws city panoramas after getting a glimpse of the location from a helicopter. The precise details of his panoramas are often startling. (CBS News -- Early Show)
Camping for Dummies: I need your best camping advice! Oct 24, 2009
Camping for Dummies: I need your best camping advice. A Blog for Busy Moms - MOMania. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Living)
Time-keeping Brain Neurons Discovered Oct 24, 2009
3, 2005) People with autism experience less activity in the brain neurons that specifically trigger human empathy, according to a new study by UdeM researcher Hugo Th;oret. The professor in the. (Science Daily)
Docs May Dump Parents Who Won't Vaccinate Oct 24, 2009
Doctors Drop Parents Who Don't Vaccinate Children For Autism Fears - ABC News ... Some Parents Fear Vaccines Cause Autism, but Doctors Fear Disease Outbreaks, Too ... Cathlene Echan decided to stop vaccinations after her son Josiah, inset, was diagnosed with autism. (ABC News)
Some home cookin by Tinsley Ellis for tonights travelin music Oct 24, 2009
Palin will get you your country back a country that doesn t push those dangerous vaccines being refused by 95% of bozo Georgians under age 49 and parents for th eir kids because whackjobs think multidose vials containing levels of thymeresol could cause Autism. Without the preservative you get quick bacterial overgrowth in the vaccine and that s always been the case. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
The Opt-Out Myth Oct 24, 2009
He has autism and a medical marijuana license. Marie Myung-Ok Lee|May 11, 2009. (Slate)
Two clinics Saturday Oct 23, 2009
Netherda said the injectable vaccine available now does contain the preservative thermasil, which has long been suspected as a contributing factor in the development of neurological disorders such as autism, although medical studies have been inconclusive on the subject. Nonetheless a handful of states, including California, have banned vaccines that contain thermasil for pregnant women or children. (Sonoma Index-Tribune, CA)
Mom: Teachers 'Waterboarded' My SonTeacher's aides face felony charges for allegedly abusing special needs teen. Oct 23, 2009
Schilling's mother, Tifonie Schilling, said her son, now 14, has , a genetic disorder that leaves him with limited means of communication and results in his showing symptoms often associated with autism. Because of this, Schilling said, her son was never able to tell her about the he was allegedly receiving at the hands of his own teacher's aides, which they have denied. (ABC News)
Suits filed over Furlough Fridays Oct 23, 2009
The state is facing two federal lawsuits that seek to block Furlough Fridays in Hawaii's public schools, one representing nine students with autism and the other on behalf of regular and special education students ... A separate civil rights lawsuit on behalf of nine students with autism was filed in U.S. District Court shortly before midnight Tuesday by attorneys Stanley Levin and Susan Dorsey, of the Levin Education Access Project, and attorney Carl Varady ... Varady, another attorney for the... (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Possible Link Between Autism And Oxytocin Gene Via Non-DNA Sequence Mutation Oct 23, 2009
22, 2009) Researchers at Duke University Medical Center have uncovered a new genetic signature that correlates strongly with autism and which doesn't involve changes to the DNA sequence itself ... The finding may suggest new approaches to diagnosis and treatment of autism ... The researchers found higher-than-usual numbers of gene-regulating molecules called methyl groups in a region of the genome that regulates oxytocin receptor expression in people with autism. (Science Daily)
Too much of a Mamas Boy? Oct 23, 2009
Too much of a Mama's Boy. A Blog for Busy Moms - MOMania. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Living)
Caring community keeps Green River CDC thriving (1) Oct 23, 2009
Or consider the highly structured and utterly hands-on workings of the Sunny Patch kids classroom, where seven young boys diagnosed with greater or lesser degrees of childhood autism are being taught to make choices by means of careful visual representations and three young women -- Michelle, Kim and Natalie -- who are as patient and attentive as they are cutting edge in their therapies. Yes, easy to use words like highly trained and professional, but meeting these teachers in the... (Green River Star, WY)
Judge rejects effort to keep schools open Oct 23, 2009
One lawsuit represented nine students with autism, while the other was filed on behalf of regular and special education students ... One lawsuit represented nine students with autism, while the other was filed on behalf of regular and special education students. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Books roundup: Writing collections Oct 22, 2009
The writers in this year's volume tackle hard topics such as abortion, autism, violence and torture. They, well, fascinate with brisk writing. (USA Today -- Life)
Businesses Open Doors for Autism Families Oct 22, 2009
From Haircuts to Movies, Businesses Reach Out to Autism Families ... Robot predicts and understands emotions of children with autism ... " Doctors diagnosed Jack with four years ago. Ursitti said Jack today is considered to be on the severe end of the . And while he is making progress in communicating with others, there are still hurdles when it comes to certain activities in many cases, activities that other families take for granted. "Going into new places and transitioning into an... (ABC News -- Business)
A Womans Nation: A new report from Maria Shriver tells us just how much womens lives have changed Oct 22, 2009
A Woman s Nation: A new report from Maria Shriver tells us just how much women s lives have changed. 7:00 am October 21, 2009, by Theresa Walsh Giarrusso. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Living)
The Parenting Place Oct 22, 2009
I refuse to get cause up in the hysteria that vaccinations cause autism. I know that if i have my child vaccinated he will be protected from these diseases if exposed(and there have been outbreaks of mumps and measles because of unvaccinated children) and I'm not willing to risk his life on the uncomfirmed/very unlikely chance he will suddenly become autistic. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Local legislators look to force insurance firms to cover autism Oct 22, 2009
Eight area lawmakers have joined with 111 legislators - more than half of the state's Legislature have co-signed a bill that would require Massachusetts health insurance providers to cover autism treatments ... "Ensuring that individuals on the autism spectrum have access to quality care is crucial not only to the recipients and their families, but also alleviates - from a cost savings perspective - the burden on state resources," Vallee said ... The bill would require coverage for autism... (Allston Brighton TAB, MA)
Alex on the honor roll Oct 21, 2009
Alex Barton has autism ... All this money going into autism research when you have the answers all along ... People talk trash about his mother and call her lazy, but to try to make a child with autism fit in with *normal* kids takes a lot of work. (The Palm Beach Post)
Coastal roads drive music history Oct 21, 2009
Then Gormley heard Arnold sing, and it was a match: Arnold needed Gormley s skills in software and video montage, and Gormley was launching the fledgling LAG label as a means of providing for his son, Lance Anthony Gormley, 21, the apple of my eye and disabled due to autism. What better way to do that. (Half Moon Bay Review, CA)
Averett approved by Virginia Autism Council Oct 21, 2009
Averett University has been approved by the Virginia Autism Council (VAC) to issue a certificate of training in autism spectrum disorders ... "We are very excited to be able to offer a comprehensive certificate of training in autism spectrum disorders, especially one that has met the rigorous standards required by the Virginia Autism Council," said Dr. Lynn Wolf, chair of Averett's education department ... "This type of training is essential for teachers, professionals, and other caretakers as... (Chatham Star Tribune, VA)
Hiding your mental illness Oct 21, 2009
Now, I'm not a psychiatrist or psychologist but what I can see is that mental illness includes the major disruptions in thinking such as psychoses and autism, as well as many different personality disorders. The personality disorders include OCD and bipolar, but also such ubiquitous conditions as anxiety and depression and addictions. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Opinion)
Dirty Laundry: Fundraiser solution substitutes one kind of dough for another Oct 20, 2009
New charity helps families pay for autism therapy, dreams of school ... But when a golf tournament that raised money for autism research was falling by the wayside last year, he and his family thought, "I guess we could do it." ... They began last June creating a nonprofit, Action for Autism. (Fresno Bee -- Lifestyle)
Somers Argues Chemo Is Pointless In Book Oct 20, 2009
" Actress Jenny McCarthy advocates a special dietary regime, supplements, metal detox and delayed vaccines to treat autism. The issue goes beyond alternative medicine. Tennis great John McEnroe has been advocating widespread screening for prostate cancer, which Brawley and others say is not necessarily wise. And comedian Bill Maher has made no secret of his disdain for flu shots, questioning why you'd let someone "stick a disease into your arm. " He also said pregnant women shouldn't get the new... (Click2Houston, TX)
Scan Of Turkish Infant's Genome Yields A Surprise Diagnosis Oct 20, 2009
Lifton envisioned use of this technology in research for discovery of new genes contributing to both common and rare diseases, as well as application in the clinic to diseases ranging from autism to diabetes. "The ability to use comprehensive genetic diagnosis to clarify disease causation and to tailor treatment to the specific causes of disease in individual patients holds great potential to improve health," he said. (Science Daily)
Swine flu vaccine? Maybe, maybe not (1110) Oct 20, 2009
Liberal wrote on Oct 18, 2009 6:07 PM:" As a liberal, I tend not to hear some of the more far-fetched stuff that appears among conservatives. However, last night one of my frightened conservative friends forwards a spam email warning people not to get flu shots. Like most spam, this was nonspecific about where it was from, but claimed to quote Dr. Russell Blaylock advising that an ingredient in the vaccine was dangerous.So--I spent several hours looking up the ingredient AND Dr. Russell... (St. Joseph Herald-Pallidium, MI)
A colonel’s new mission Oct 20, 2009
RRI took over the historic farm this year with plans to turn it into a one-of-a-kind sanctuary for people with autism ... It draws on a growing belief that therapies centered on work can be valuable in dealing with autism ... Keefe-Layden believes the farm - whose amenities include horses, goats, a frog pond, and a swimming pool - can offer something unique for people with autism. (Boston Globe)
