The Vaccine/Autism Scare Oct 31, 2009
The MMR connection came about after parents of eight of the autistic children claimed they had noticed symptoms of autism only after the children had received the MMR vaccine. Wakefield was apparently convinced by these anecdotes, for even though his published paper explicitly stated that no connection between the MMR vaccine and autism had been proven, he held a press conference shortly after the paper appeared and said the exact opposite that the vaccine probably did cause autism. (Suite101.com)
Kids gain weight on certain meds Oct 30, 2009
Correll says that atypical antipsychotics are sometimes the only thing that can help autistic children with severe aggression, and that the medications are also very helpful for bipolar children with severe mania who aren't helped by mood-stabilizing drugs like lithium. Although Correll agrees that their use is controversial -- especially for treating autistic children's aggressive behavior and outbursts, based on the idea that therapy and other approaches should be tried first -- he argues that... (CNN)
Suit challenges state's autism practices Oct 28, 2009
A lawsuit alleging state regulators allow insurance companies to deny necessary but expensive treatment for autistic children in violation of state law has enough merit to proceed to trial, a Los Angeles Superior Court judge has ruled. The lawsuit, filed in July by Santa Monica-based Consumer Watchdog, seeks to compel the California Department of Managed Health Care to order health plans to cover applied behavioral analysis (ABA) if a member complains the treatment was denied though it is deemed... (Sacramento Business Journal, CA)
SPORTS BULLETIN BOARD Oct 26, 2009
Proceeds are to go Helping Hands an organization through Sullivan Elementary School that provides activities for autistic children as well as the Sullivan-Okaw Valley cross country and girls track programs. Awards are to be presented to the overall male and female and walkers plus the top three in each of the 12 age categories. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Businesses Open Doors for Autism Families Oct 22, 2009
Some Go the Extra Mile for Families With Autistic Children. By DAN CHILDSABC News Medical UnitOct. (ABC News -- Business)
Mercury Levels In Children With Autism And Those Developing Typically Are The Same, Study Finds Oct 21, 2009
(May 2, 2007) Contrary to previous studies, autistic children are no more likely than other children to have celiac disease, according to new. (May 18, 2007) Children with both autism and attention deficit or attention deficit hyperactivity disorders are four times more likely to bully than children in the general population, according to a new study. (Science Daily)
Mercury Levels Similar in Normal and Autistic Kids Oct 21, 2009
But when the data were adjusted for lower fish consumption, blood-mercury concentrations among the autistic children were roughly similar to those developing typically. The children with autism had mercury levels in line with national norms. (Newsmax)
Mercury Levels Not Abnormal in Autistic Children Oct 21, 2009
Study finds no differences when compared to kids without disorder. Monday, October 19, 2009. (MEDLINEplus)
Alex on the honor roll Oct 21, 2009
All situations are different, all kids are different and all autistic children and adults are different. Simon. (The Palm Beach Post)
Mother of autistic child also seeks Republican nomination Oct 20, 2009
Her advocacy on behalf of autistic children has made her familiar with health, insurance, education and small-business issues, Emken said. Until declaring her candidacy on Monday, Emken was vice president for government relations at Autism Speaks, which she describes as the nation's largest science and advocacy organization devoted to autism. (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
BBC goes potty over Humpty Dumpty Oct 20, 2009
October 20, 2009 - 3:05PM. Should Humpty Dumpty be put together again or should children learn early to get used to disappointment. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Opinion)
New charity helps families pay for autism therapy, dreams of school Oct 20, 2009
Autistic children in the cross hairs of state budget crisis ... Brad Buechler's second daughter, Lisa Messmer, 34, of Ellisville, has two autistic children - ages 14 and 9. (Fresno Bee -- Lifestyle)
Portsmouth couple is distributor of Mona Vie health drink Oct 16, 2009
PORTSMOUTH Mona Vie, a health drink featuring the acai berry, has many claiming health improvements, including weight loss, lower cholesterol, joint pain relief and improving the health of autistic children. Dan Doyon and his wife, Eileen, of October Hill LLC, are distributors of Mona Vie in the city, and they say their business and health are booming. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Man accused of hitting autistic boy in library Oct 16, 2009
inside wrote on Oct 15, 2009 11:44 AM:" An autistic child is unable to control behavior like a non autisitc child. I wonder if the old guy would have hit a one legged child for not running fast enough? The notion that he thought he had the right to "disipline" some one elses child is wrong. Yes autistic children can be annoying but someone who has achieved adult status should have sufficient self disipline to not hit a child especially one that is not his. The idea that an autistic child can be... (Longview Daily News, WA)
Is autism genetic? Researchers close to answer Oct 16, 2009
com) -- Alisa Rock, whose 10-year-old son Connor has autism, says parents of autistic children often align themselves with one of two camps: There are those who believe that genes cause the disorder, and those firmly convinced that environmental factors are to blame. Many genes and mutations are likely involved in producing autism, researchers said. (CNN -- US)
Los Angeles students write songs, cook for Obama... Oct 15, 2009
"I'd also tell him of my dreams to go to college, so I can work with autistic children as a child psychologist," Henry said. Using Barack Obama as inspiration, teacher Daphne Bradford has created projects Crenshaw and Dorsey high schools -- schools in poverty-ridden sections of Los Angeles -- to engage students to learn technological and cooking skills. (The Drudge Report)
Autism Symptoms and Mercury Poisoni... Oct 15, 2009
Parents of autistic children should rest easier knowing that one cause and one avenue of treatment can be safety ruled out. Sources. (Suite101.com)
Obituaries, Wednesday, Oct. 14, 2009 (902) Oct 15, 2009
She worked with autistic children. She also enjoyed playing the piano. (Vincennes Sun Commercial, IN)
Teenage Boys Take Less Responsibility For Preventing The Spread Of Chlamydia Oct 14, 2009
14, 2009) Teenage boys in Sweden take less responsibility than girls for preventing the spread of chlamydia and other sexually transmitted infections, according to a new study from the Sahlgrenska Academy. The study was published in the journal Midwifery and was carried out in primary care in the V. (Science Daily)
Vaccinating Boys Against Human Papillomavirus Not Cost-effective, Study Finds Oct 11, 2009
Computer scientists have devised two tools to help people interact with autistic children. Videotaping interactions allows teachers or parents to. (Science Daily)
Teacher 2 years probation for spiking autistic student's soda with hot sauce... Oct 9, 2009
"I love all my autistic children," she told WFOR. "That's why I've done it for so many years. It's not an easy task but I love doing it. And whatever happened was not done intentionally.". For more information on this story, visit. (The Drudge Report)
A night of comedy and disco in H.B. Oct 9, 2009
Friday October 09, 2009. Sal Pace, left, John Cacagnile, Brooklyn’s own Joe Causi, Joseph DeCandia of Lenny’s Clam Bar, wife Doreen DeCandia and MikeMannerino pose for a picture. (Queens Chronicle, NY)
Could Hepatitis B Vaccine Be Harmful? Oct 8, 2009
Research conducted by Wakefield and his colleagues on a small group of autistic children in 1998 in Great Britain unleashed a firestorm of controversy. The findings were published in the British Journal Lancet. (CBS News)
Court sides with schools on seclusion rooms Oct 4, 2009
Anna20 wrote on Oct 4, 2009 12:49 AM:" truth*hurts,There is a difference between parents making excuses & a child exhibiting a manifestation of his disability. Do you know school staff have been known to restrain autistic children for flapping their hands? It's called stimming they do it to regulate their selves, sometimes due to stress etc..... Parents do not diagnose their children & prescribe medication. You may want to focus your anger on the medical community or schools. Are you aware that... (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
Norwell family shares what life is like with an autistic child Sep 24, 2009
Michael does not talk, and according to his parents, like many autistic children he is low functioning and lacks any play skills ... Autistic children] are locked in their own world and what the school tries to do is bring them out of that world, because it s a very isolated place ... McKenna said he s heard that 80 percent of married couples who have autistic children end up divorcing. (Norwell Mariner, MA)
Ocean enthralls surfers' new pals Sep 20, 2009
Ryan, who said he was touched by autism through his family, said autistic children can benefit from surfing. Surfer Evan Orellana came from Boca Raton to help out with the event. (Florida Today)
Full Story » Sep 20, 2009
Charles Gibson of ABC's World News, and many others have interviewed Dr. Baker for his insight, inspiration and practical strategies to help improve autistic children's social skills ... Musical sensor is a great aid in toilet training autistic children. (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
New autism chapter builds understanding, shares resources Sep 20, 2009
Their parents came together on July 23 for a Families 4 Autism meet-and-greet in Twin Falls, where they shared ideas while their autistic children and their siblings played ... In public schools, autistic children are regularly grouped with mentally retarded students ... Instead of waging a war on vaccinations, Whitlock is focusing on providing parents of autistic children with much-needed resources and support. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
Autism Workshop Prevents Brutal Teasing And Social Skills Deficits Sep 20, 2009
Charles Gibson of ABC's World News, and many others have interviewed Dr. Baker for his insight, inspiration and practical strategies to help improve autistic children's social skills. When you attend Dr. Baker's one day workshop, or watch on live webcast, you will learn to discover the reasons for social skill deficits and disruptive behaviour, learn how to prevent and manage meltdowns or tantrums, find out how to motivate verbal and non-verbal students to socialize, learn strategies to teach... (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
Louis A. Vismara: With housing that caters to all, we all win Sep 18, 2009
Cynthia Hubert's June 28 article in The Bee, "As autism comes of age, caregivers are worried," told a compelling story of how unprepared California is as the approaching tsunami of autistic children reaches adulthood ... A survey by Easter Seals Disability Services and the Autism Society of America found that parents of autistic children under age 18 were nearly twice as likely to be "extremely" or "very" concerned about the future welfare of their kids as parents of non-disabled children. (Sacramento Bee -- Opinion)
Health-conscious drawn to going gluten-free Sep 16, 2009
But the demand for gluten-free products is rising, a movement also fueled by health-conscious consumers, parents of autistic children and breast-feeding moms. In 2008, more than 1,000 new gluten-free foods and beverages were introduced; sales have grown by an average of 28 percent in the past five years, according to the market research group Packaged Facts. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Senior Project in Israel Sep 9, 2009
The non-autistic children truly learn tolerance for others, and the autistic children are challenged to accomplish a wide variety of tasks. Throughout my project, I also had the opportunity to have dinner with Avishai Noiman, one of the mentors of the P2K Youth Futures program. (Cleveland Jewish News, OH)
Preschool is so important Sep 9, 2009
Autistic children in the cross hairs of state budget crisis. An explosion of childhood autism and a shrinking state budget could be setting up the central San Joaquin Valley for health-care crisis when those children grow up. (Fresno Bee -- Opinion)
Scientists Pinpoint Critical Molecule To Celiac Disease, Possibly Other Autoimmune Disorders Sep 8, 2009
7, 2009) It was nine years ago that University of Maryland School of Medicine researchers discovered that a mysterious human protein called zonulin played a critical role in celiac disease and other autoimmune disorders, such as multiple sclerosis and diabetes. Now, scientists have solved the mystery of zonulin's identity, putting a face to the name, in a sense. (Science Daily)
New treatment for autism? Sep 6, 2009
Parents of autistic children are desperate for any answers ... The next step is a study with 50 autistic children. (FOX 11, AZ)
Norfolk Sheriffs program locates missing Brookline man Sep 5, 2009
Project Lifesaver/Lojack SafetyNet is designed to help families of autistic children, people with Alzheimer s disease, or anyone with a tendency to wander away and become lost. When a person is signed up for the program, they are fitted with an electronic bracelet. (Brookline TAB, MA)
Charity the big winner as tipsters trounce computer model Sep 4, 2009
The charity chosen is Autism Awareness, a registered charity in NSW that helps autistic children reach their potential by informing families about effective therapies. It will receive a cheque for $4500. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Hudson's work earns Clemente nod Sep 3, 2009
The Official Site of the Los Angeles Dodgers. Dodgers All-Star nominated by club for annual award. (MLB.com -- Los Angeles Dodgers)
Sensory Research Center Benefit Concert Yields Scholarships for Autistic Children Sep 3, 2009
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Bus-ban law restores personal responsibility Sep 2, 2009
Like seeing-eye dogs for the blind, trained dogs are now being used to help autistic children deal with their disabilities. But some schools want to keep the animals out, and families are fighting back. (Fresno Bee)
Recognizing the Symptoms of Autism Aug 31, 2009
Autistic children have delays in reaching developmental and social milestones ... Autistic children have difficulties verbally communicating and making eye contact ... Autistic children tend to have a hypersensitivity to sound, light, temperature, texture and touch. (Suite101.com)
Produce 'honor stands' still pop up in Arkansas Aug 30, 2009
"I got out there with a hammer and built that myself out of Ozark oak," said McGlothlin, who works with autistic children at Arkansas Support Network in Springdale. She called her stand Nancy Dawn's The Lil' Darlin. (Pine Bluff Commercial, AR)
Dietary Management of Autism Aug 29, 2009
Autistic children can become very upset by changes in routine, schedule and variations in the foods that they eat. Ease the transition into the new diet by using your child s taste as the guide. (Suite101.com)
Antimicrobial Antibodies In Celiac Disease: Trick Or Treat? Aug 28, 2009
(May 2, 2007) Contrary to previous studies, autistic children are no more likely than other children to have celiac disease, according to new. (July 6, 2009) A research group from Italy showed that a pre-endoscopic serological screening for Helicobacter pylori and celiac disease may help to confirm the causes of iron deficiency anemia in young women. (Science Daily)
PROJECT LIFESAVER: Orangeburg Pilot Club working to launch public safety program Aug 25, 2009
"Harris said bracelets are worn 24 hours a day and have a strong frequency, and receivers are waterproof in as much as eight feet of water."This radio frequency will go through metal or steel," he said.An individual's identification number and name are enough for law enforcement to pull up vital information, including required medications and their description, Harris said.He said Horry County's Project Lifesaver program involves the participation of its Autism Advocate Foundation group, which... (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Tigers name new baseball coach Aug 23, 2009
Gillman came to Columbia this year to work in the newly created Social and Communication program for autistic children. He has already been tapped by Coach Craig Howard as an assistant football coach. (Lake City Reporter, FL)
ASU adding autism track for students Aug 23, 2009
McCoy said public-school teachers need to be alert for triggers that can set off certain behavior: "You have to enter as much as possible into that child's communication system. Some teachers have had success using pictures or videos to communicate, since they do not depend on sound. Others have made breakthroughs with computers or other means. McCoy said that working with autistic children is challenging but rewards are large. "There is such a glorious sense of accomplishment to see a child... (AZCentral -- News)
Teachers Taught to Make Grade in Fashion Aug 22, 2009
Tamika Edwards is a 33-year-old teacher for autistic children in New York. Also on the show were Erika Marcineau, Mele's daughter and Candice Edwards, Tamika's sister. (CBS News -- Early Show)
Parents fight schoolsover autism dogs Aug 22, 2009
CHICAGO - Like seeing-eye dogs for the blind, trained dogs are now being used to help autistic children deal with their disabilities ... While there's little research on how these animals affect autistic children, families like Kaleb's say they have seen marked improvement. (MSNBC -- Health)
(photos courtesy: Michelle Lundy)"> Aug 21, 2009
Queens Chronicle - NYFAC charity car wash. Friday August 21, 2009. (Queens Chronicle, NY)
Dietel: Save Flexible Spending Plans Aug 20, 2009
Parents of autistic children, who often face tens of thousands of dollars in annual treatment bills, use FSAs to pay for occupational and speech therapies not covered by their insurance. In addition to the devastating effects that eliminating or capping FSAs would have on individual participants, a change to the structure of FSAs has the potential to increase total health care system costs the antithesis of health care reform goals. (Roll Call)
Group seeks reforms for autism insurance coverage Aug 19, 2009
It's bringing together a diverse group that includes Strawberry, who now lives outside St. Louis and founded a nonprofit to help autistic children. Two members of the Missouri Senate -- Republicans Eric Schmitt and Scott Rupp -- also plan to attend. (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
Staffed for success Aug 19, 2009
Gillman comes to CHS to work with a new program for autistic children. I have a genuine love of coaching and being part of the game, Gillman said. (Lake City Reporter, FL)
No mercury in most children's vaccines Aug 16, 2009
But researchers have found no evidence that ethyl mercury in vaccines causes such problems, and they have found no link between thimerosal and autism, despite persistent arguments by some parents of autistic children that there is a connection. "This myth was originally created by a couple of mothers of autistic children who read about methyl mercury poisoning and thought it sounded like autism," said Dr. Martin Myers, director of the National Network for Immunization Information and a... (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Autism group softens stance on vaccines Aug 16, 2009
Many other families of autistic children "feel the vaccine issue is overblown," she said, "but they are afraid to articulate that in public because the response from the other side can be very hateful and extreme.". While anti-vaccine groups continue to lobby Autism Speaks, the organization may also have been influenced from the opposite direction by the recent resignations of two key people. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Facial Expressions Show Language Barriers, Too Aug 14, 2009
27, 2007) Findings from a new study reveal that autistic children can interpret information around a person's eyes in order to interpret the person's mental state. It was previously thought that autistic. (Science Daily)
Teacher of Autistic Children Killed in Hit-and-Run Aug 12, 2009
Police say Lum fled the scene of an accident in which he allegedly hit and killed, a 25-year-old Alison Regan a teacher who worked with autistic children. Lum's family told ABC's WCVB-TV he is a recovering heroin addict. (ABC News)
“allegedly.” Aug 11, 2009
Regan, a 2002 graduate of Milton High School, worked with autistic children at the Boston Higashi School in Randolph. She didn t want to go anywhere else, Regan s father, Ricky Regan, said as he fought tears outside his home on Spafford Road on Sunday She couldn t wait to get back (to Higashi) in the morning. (Allston Brighton TAB, MA)
From missing to found Aug 11, 2009
SAFER, which stands for Search and Find Emergency Responders, aims specifically to help autistic children, seniors with Alzheimer's and other vulnerable residents at risk of wandering off. The department agreed to sign on, in part, because of that narrow focus, he said. (Minnetonka Lakeshore Weekly News, MN)
* Computer-savvy fathers cyber-stalk children Aug 8, 2009
The blog has attracted many other parents of autistic children. Tsais online followers often leave messages of encouragement and have formed a support community. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- Taiwan)
ThinAir Wireless Strengthens Partnership With Stop Child Predators to Immobilize Sex Offenders Aug 8, 2009
Personal Tracking gives you the ability to track the whereabouts of cherished pets and loved ones who are considered high risk: teenage drivers, Alzheimer's wanderers and autistic children; breathe easy knowing that your vehicle and boat are right where you left them. Asset Monitoring not only provides real-time updates but also protects against fraudulent activity. (PR Newswire)
20/20: Autistic Teen Finds Inner Voice Aug 7, 2009
Like most autistic children, she was , perpetually swimming under water. Experts told the Fleischmanns that early intervention was critical, and since Carly was 3, her has been intensive and unrelenting, sometimes working with three to four different therapists daily for up to 60 hours each week. (ABC News)
Free job fair at Atlas Park on Aug. 21 Aug 7, 2009
Scheduled workshops include Ace your Interview at 10:30 a.m., Employment Search at 11:30 a.m., Resume Building at 12:30 p.m. and Green Jobs Training at 1:30 p.m. To date, the following companies have confirmed their attendance with more expected to attend the event: Catholic Charities, City University of New York, New York City Fire Department, Internal Revenue Service, Pepsi-Cola Bottling Company of New York, Jet Blue, Non-Traditional Employment for Women, America Works, AXA Financial, Delta... (Queens Chronicle, NY)
- Ortega’s celebrate 35th Wedding Anniversary 0 Aug 7, 2009
The couple has a daughter Bel;n, who is a high school teacher, a son Carlos, who is behavioral therapist for autistic children, and a daughter-in-law Sonia. All reside in Anaheim, CA.. (El Centro Imperial Valley Press, CA)
Gov. Nixon backs insurance plan for autistic kids Aug 7, 2009
(AP) -- Missouri Gov. Jay Nixon wants to require insurance companies to pay for as much as 55,000 worth of behavioral treatment services annually for autistic children ... At issue is what's known as "applied behavioral analysis," which some parents say produces dramatic improvements in their autistic children but which can cost upward of 50,000 a year ... At Nixon's side as he announced his plan Thursday were Myles and Lora Hinkel and their 6-year-old son, Blake, who provided an example of the... (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
