Accepted As I Am – An Autism Awareness video
Accepted As I Am. An Autism Awareness video. This short film (video) aims to raise Autism acceptance among non-autistic audiences, and stimulation inclusion, tolerance, and understanding. It was created to be discussed and shared by people with ASD, parents, teachers, therapists, or friends of people on the spectrum. PLEASE SHARE!
What is Autism?
Autism or Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a neurological condition that can affect a person’s social skills, communication, relationships, and self-regulation. It is characterized by presenting fixed interests and repetitive behaviors. It generally appears during early childhood and affects people for life. People with autism see and feel the world differently than other people. Autism […]
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Being bilingual allows autistic children to make up for certain deficits.
Bilingual families with an autistic child are often advised to use only one language, to facilitate the development of their child’s communication skills. But now new researches show otherwise. Link to the Article Click below to open the article on a new tab. When done, close that tab to return to our page. 👉 […]
Sanaa Hiremath, an 11 years old girl with Autism, wins the Guinness record for the largest mental arithmetic multiplication
Sanaa Hiremath, is an 11-year-old girl who has Autism. She has a great aptitude for math, she can solve almost any math problem just using her head, and that has led to her winning a Guinness Record title. Link to the Article Note: Positive Autism, select the most relevant Autism News from all around the […]
Tech entrepreneur Elon Musk has revealed that he has high-functioning Autism “Asperger’s”.
Tech entrepreneur, CEO of Tesla Motors, and SpaceX, Elon Musk, has revealed that he has “Asperger” high-functioning Autism, while appearing on the American comedy, show, Saturday Night Live (SNL). Link to the Article Click below to open the article on a new tab. When done, close that tab to return to our page. Enjoy: […]
Anthony Hopkins, Autistic actor wins an Oscar for Best Actor, at the age of 83!
Another wonderful person with Autism, who shows us that we can achieve in life what we set out to do. Link to the Article Note: Positive Autism, select the most relevant Autism News from all around the world to keep you informed. Please click below to open the article in a new tab. When done, […]
Why is exercise important for people with autism?
Can exercise help them have a better quality of life? Introduction In this article from US NEWS, we will see the importance of exercise in people with Autism. We all understand the importance of exercise, but exercise can be especially beneficial to people with Autism. New studies show that exercise can help people with […]
Young man with Autism writes a letter in Social media to find a job, goes viral!
Why is it important to instill in our children to believe in themselves and to fight for their own dreams? Check out this article for a great example of what this type of teaching can do. Introduction This encouraging article by ABC News, gives a clear example of why it is important for people with […]
(NT) Can Yogurt with Probiotics Help People with Autism?
Would you like to know if probiotics included in some Yogurts could be used to treat your children with Autism? A very encouraging study of probiotics, show that these may help in treatment of Autism. This article will reveal what the study is about, how good their findings are, how the scientists came to occlusions, […]
Autism: Is the Pandemic Affecting Diagnosis?
Why diagnosing a child with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) may be more difficult in times of a pandemic? Can the effects of the pandemic be confused with symptoms of Autism when they possibly are not? What should parents do? Pandemic and the Diagnosis of Children with Autism Some of the early signs to diagnose a […]
When to see the doctor?
Each baby develops differently, at their own pace. Many do not follow the chronology that the books show us. However, children who are on the autistic spectrum do not usually show signs of developmental delay before age 2. If you are concerned about your child’s development or suspect that it may be on the autism […]
How can a child with autism be distinguished from other children with typical development?
Here are some facts that can help you identify the early symptoms of autism. At 12 months A typical child: Turns his head when he hears his name. A child with ASD: Does not turn to look when called, even if his name has been repeated several times, but he does respond to other sounds. […]
Do you think your child is not evolving normally? ¡Trust your instincts!
If you have any concerns about how your child plays, learns, talks, acts, or moves, talk to your pediatrician. Remember, you know your child better and your concerns are important. Together, you and your pediatrician will find the best way to help your child. If you’re not comfortable with your pediatrician’s advice, seek a second […]
How do autistic people see the world?
Some autistic people say that the world feels overwhelming and this can cause considerable anxiety. In particular, understanding and relating to other people, and participating in the daily life of family, school, work, and social life, can be more difficult. Other people seem to know intuitively how to communicate and interact with each other, but […]
Do people with Autism have digestive problems?
Children with autism (ASD) tend to have gastrointestinal problems such as abdominal pain, constipation, and diarrhea when compared to their peers. Many children with ASD eat only a few foods (selective feeding), eat fewer fruits, vegetables, and whole grains. For this reason, children with ASDs may have a low nutrient diet and may have weight-related […]
Can Autism Be Prevented?
There is no way to prevent autism spectrum disorder, but there are therapies that help them a lot. Early diagnosis and intervention are essential, and can improve language, behavior, and skill development. Despite the fact that your child may be diagnosed late, the intervention will still be very useful. In general, children do not stop […]
What are the Autism symptoms?
The symptoms of Autism can vary from person to person, however, the main two currently used to diagnose autism are as follows: Persistent deficiencies in communication and social interaction. Restrictive and repetitive patterns of behavior, interests, or activities. Some children may develop normally during the first months or years of life, but then suddenly they […]
What causes Autism?
Autism is a spectrum or range of conditions, and the exact cause is still under investigation. Research on causes suggests that a combination of factors, genetic and environmental, may explain differences in development. Autism is not caused by the received education, nor its social circumstances, and is not the fault of the individual with the […]
(NT) A study identifies genes associated with autism
Researchers have identified 102 genes associated with risk for autism
(NT) The vaccination debate in the US (Pre-pandemic)
Lawmakers around the nation are proposing bills for — and against — vaccinations
