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Researchers say regression in autism common, variable, maybe universal
NIH scientific workshop focuses on understanding the brain changes behind regression, or loss of skills, in young children with autism NIH scientific workshop focuses on understanding the brain...
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Autism Speaks participates in White House Precision Medicine Summit
Autism Speaks' whole genome sequencing program among the innovative precision medicine initiatives discussed at White House summit Autism Speaks' whole genome sequencing program among the innovative...
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Preschoolers with autism gain when teachers foster shared attention
Study of JASPER method among first to demonstrate benefits of using a behavioral intervention in a group preschool setting Study of JASPER method among first to demonstrate benefits of using a...
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March 8 webinar on solving autism-related sleep challenges
Neurologist and pioneering autism-and-sleep researcher Beth Malow will discuss causes and solutions, with time for questions Neurologist and pioneering autism-and-sleep researcher Beth Malow will...
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Study underscores need to address autism’s associated medical conditions
Suggests that associated neurological and psychiatric issues largely responsible for increased risk of early death long associated with autism Suggests that associated neurological and psychiatric...
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Study finds high rate of developmental disabilities among struggling families
CDC researchers conclude that focusing resources on family support and healthcare is best way to promote children’s development CDC researchers conclude that focusing resources on family support and...
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Autism Speaks to help guide new commission on global mental health
International commission will develop practical strategies to address neglect of people with autism and other mental health conditions International commission will develop practical strategies to...
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Small study finds B12 injections ease autism symptoms in some children
Carefully controlled study provides evidence that methyl B12 can ease autism in a subgroup of children with the disorder Carefully controlled study provides evidence that methyl B12 can ease autism in...
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UN panel develops strategies for supporting people with autism
Autism Speaks and UN Permanent Missions of Bangladesh and Qatar convene expert panel on World Autism Awareness Day 2016 Autism Speaks and UN Permanent Missions of Bangladesh and Qatar convene expert...
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Celebrating Autism Awareness, Wiley opens free access to autism research...
In celebration of Autism Awareness month, publisher offers free access to a special autism research collection In celebration of Autism Awareness month, publisher offers free access to a special...
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You’re invited: Autism Awareness Month webcasts from the NIH
The National Institutes of Health will webcast “In a Different Key,” 4/11; “Pathways to New Treatments,” 4/13 and IACC meeting 4/19 The National Institutes of Health will webcast “In a Different Key,”...
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New report on pregnancy spacing and autism risk: What you need to know
Meta-analysis of seven studies bolsters evidence that autism risk is lower when pregnancies spaced a year or more apart Meta-analysis of seven studies bolsters evidence that autism risk is lower when...
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Pathways chart book offers national portraits of the autism experience
Newest addition to Autism Speaks/Data Resource Center data-portal project brings research statistics alive Newest addition to Autism Speaks/Data Resource Center data-portal project brings research...
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Study pegs cost of services for autism’s growing adult population
With costs of more than $26,500 per adult annually, California state report delivers wake-up call for public service planning With costs of more than $26,500 per adult annually, California state...
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Public invited to meeting of Interagency Autism Coordinating Committee
Tuesday April 18 webcast will include updates on autism research and legislative action as well as public comment period Tuesday April 18 webcast will include updates on autism research and...
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IACC announces selections for top advances in autism research
Interagency Autism Coordinating Committee publishes summaries of the 2014 and 2015 research papers it deemed most important in the field Interagency Autism Coordinating Committee publishes summaries...
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Free webinar on genomic imprinting and autism
May 4 seminar part of ongoing series on environmental epigenetics of autism, sponsored by Escher Fund, Autism Speaks and Autism Science Foundation May 4 seminar part of ongoing series on environmental...
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Meeting highlights from the Interagency Autism Coordinating Committee
We report on research and legislative advances discussed at the quarterly meeting of the IACC We report on research and legislative advances discussed at the quarterly meeting of the IACCApril 20,...
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Simons launches nationwide program to accelerate autism research
SPARK online initiative to collect medical information and DNA saliva samples from 50,000 people affected by autism and family members SPARK online initiative to collect medical information and DNA...
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Autism Speaks supports FDA’s proposed ban on aversive shock devices
Opposes controversial devices used to curb challenging behaviors in children and adults affected by developmental disabilities Opposes controversial devices used to curb challenging behaviors in...
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