Tag: autism

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Researchers find new information on causes of autism

More autism diagnoses have been reported in recent years -- though experts believe that's because of greater diagnosis and awareness, not an increase in the actual rate in society. New information has come forward pointing to more information about where autism comes from....
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Rate of autism diagnoses rises dramatically, cause unknown

In a report released Thursday, the Center for Disease Control estimated 1 in 88 children in the United States has received a diagnosis of autism or a related disorder. The report has renewed the debate over the causes and diagnostic criteria for autism. ...
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Asperger's used as defense in hacking case

Hacker Gary McKinnon's lawyers say Asperger's influenced his actions and that he shouldn’t be charged for hacking military computers....
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Study links environmental factors to autism

Growing evidence suggests environmental factors may play larger role than genetics as cause of autism....
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'Wretches and Jabberers'

The new documentary stars two autistic friends who travel around the world, meet other autistic people and advocate for autism rights....
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The perils of prescriptions for young children

Doctors are prescribing anti-psychotic drugs to kids as young as 18 months old. Some experts believe the trend is dangerous....
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Autism facts and fiction

A study that linked vaccines to autism was recently retracted -- sorting out the facts from fiction of autism. ...
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Asperger's syndrome and a Pulitzer Prize-winning music critic

Pulitzer Prize-winning music critic Tim Page's new memoir, "Parallel Play," looks at how Asperger's syndrome was an asset to his success....
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