Category: Autism
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7 Hidden Signs of Autism in Adults
Here’s what it looks like when adults have ASD. Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) in adults often remains a hidden chapter in the narrative of many lives. Much attention is given to diagnosing and understanding autism in children. But adult autism can be a silent challenge, impacting every facet of life. Recognizing these signs is not…
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Researchers Explain Why Autistic Children Learn Better From Robots
Socially assistive robots are teaching children on the autism spectrum the skills they need. Socially assistive robots have been a significant part of autism therapy research for nearly two decades. These robots receive special programming to aid autistic children with autism in developing a range of skills, including social, emotional, communication, and cognitive abilities. These…
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Non-Verbal Autistic Valedictorian Urges Classmates to Use Their Voices
In an inspiring graduation speech, a non-verbal autistic valedictorian encouraged her fellow graduates to “be the light” in this world. She hasn’t spoken since the age of ffiteen months, but learning to type allows her to communicate. On May 8, 2022, 24-year-old Elizabeth Bonker delivered her powerful commencement speech using a unique text-to-speech computer program.…
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Understanding Autism Is Easier When You Accept These 5 Realities
Understanding autism can help you make wise decisions once your child receives a diagnosis. The realities that will set in soon will change your world view like nothing you had ever imagined. The CDC reports that approximately 1 in 44 kids have autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Autism is more common in boys than girls, and…
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Scientists Discover a New Link Between Autism and Sound Sensitivity
Surprisingly, zebrafish have been helping scientists to decode the connection between autism and sound sensitivity. For the study, the Queensland Brain Institute’s Associate Professor Ethan Scott and Dr. Lena Constantin compared genetic mutations in humans and zebrafish. They took fish with the same genetic makeup as humans with Fragile X syndrome and autism. When they…
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Researchers Reveal Possible Causes of Asperger’s Syndrome
Asperger’s Syndrome is a developmental disorder on the Autism spectrum. However, it is classified as a more low-support form of autism. You might be surprised to learn that many famous people have an Asperger’s diagnosis. Here are a few names that you’ll recognize: Dan Akroyd, actor and musician Andy Warhol, artist Andy Kaufman, comedian Daryl…