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Study: Genes Might Play Role In Autism

Study says that genes might cause autism. More

Plus:
- Vaccines Don't Cause Autism, Study Says
- Identifying Autism: Knowing When And What To Look For
- Einstein May Have Had A Form Of Autism
- Can 'Miracle Therapy' Relieve Pain, Autism?
- Einstein May Have Had A Form Of Autism

Local Information

Support Available For Siblings Of Autistic Children

Most news about autism focuses on the children with autism but it also affects their brothers and sisters. More

Teens Show True Spirit Of Sport

Tommy Woodcock’s parents were determined not to let barriers stop their 13-year-old autistic son. More

Franklin Academy

Simsbury Schools Focus On Helping Autistic Children

The state of Connecticut will provide special services for autistic children until they are 3 years old, but after that, it is up to the school district to meet the needs of local school children. More

Technology Helps Autistic Children Communicate

Autistic children are getting some help from technology to break down communication barriers. More

Research Shows Genetic Link To Autism

Research into autism is showing a genetic link in some cases. More

Early Detection, Life Skills Training Help Children With Autism

April is Autism Awareness Month and statistics show that one out of every 166 children suffers from some type of autism spectrum disorder. What is not clear is if those numbers represent an actual rise in the prevalence of the disease or if the increase is due to a broadening definition of autism. More

Autism Speaks

Lawmakers Consider New Autism Bill

There may be some relief for families coping with the skyrocketing price of autism treatments. More

Connecticut Center For Health

Autism Treatment Center

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Identifying Autism

Experts Optimistic About Diagnosing Autism Early

Rapid Infant Head Growth May Signal Autism

Diagnosing Autism In Young Children

Autism Science Evolving, But Still No Cure

Identifying Autism: Knowing When And What To Look For

Autism: Genes Or Vaccines?

Do Vaccines Put Children At Risk For Autism?

Vaccines Don't Cause Autism, Study Says

Gene Changes Could Dramatically Increase Autism Risk

Study Refutes Mercury, Autism Connection

Study: Genes Might Play Role In Autism

Help

Hug Machine For Autism

Parents: Autistic Kids Seem To Improve When Feverish

Aquariums May Help Kids With Autism

Parents Credit Chelation With Autism Cure

Can 'Miracle Therapy' Relieve Pain, Autism?

Protein Shows Promise In Treating Autism

Special Diet Can Help Autistic Kids

Research

TV Watching Tied To Autism, Study Says

Study Says Children Watch Too Much TV: What's A Parent To Do?

Study Looks At Link Between Sleep Apnea, Autism

Researchers Study Young Siblings Of Autistic Children

MRIs Shed Light On Autistic Infants' Development

Asperger Syndrome

Asperger Syndrome: Struggles With Social Interaction

Einstein May Have Had A Form Of Autism

Real Life 'Rain Man' Writes Memoirs

Early Speech Problems Could Be Apraxia, Not Autism

News And Video

Horses Help Children With Autism

Equine therapy facilities have been using horses to help disabled patients for years, and now a growing number of facilities are helping children with autism build self-esteem and improve socialization.

Raising Autistic Kids Focus Of Comedienne's Standup