Based on the U.S. Department of Education’s 2002 report to Congress on IDEA the number of students with autism in U.S. schools has increased by 1354% in an eight-year period from 1991-1992 to 2000-2001 (as cited by the Autism Society of America, 2003). This increase is almost fifty times higher than all disabilities (excluding autism), [...]
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How Is A Child With Autism Syndrome
Posted by admin on October 19th, 2011
Autism is not a disease, but a developmental desorder of brain function. Symptoms of autism syndrom usually appear during the first three years of childhood and continue through life. Children are social creatures who like to smile, laugh, cuddle and play. But there are also children taht seem to exist in their own world, where [...]
How Much Fish Oil Is Needed For Autistic Kids?
Posted by admin on September 24th, 2011
As well as discovering how much fish oil is needed for autistic kids, it is also vital to ensure the oil is high quality too, being pure and high in omega 3 fatty acids. Learn the facts here and how to ensure you get the most effective and safe supplement. One leading psychologist suggests that [...]
How To Recognize Early Signs Of Autism
Posted by admin on September 7th, 2011
Autism is a development disorder that usually surface very early in a child’s life. Some children show early signs of autism at about six months of age, whereas some others show obvious signs of the condition between 2 and 3 years of age. The parents should be forever aware of impending trouble if they suspect [...]
Autism – 3 Types of the Disorder
Posted by admin on August 27th, 2011
Autism is a developmental disability that strikes 1 in 110 children in the United States. This disability presents a challenge for parents and caregivers as it affects behavior, communication and social skills. Autism affects each person differently and autistic symptoms can range for mild to severe. There are three different types of autism: Autistic disorder [...]
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Tags: Asperger Syndrome, Autism, Autistic disorder, Pervasive Developmental Disorder 
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