Brain changes in autism are comprehensive throughout the cerebral cortex rather than just particular areas thought to affect social behavior and language, according to a new UCLA-led study that significantly refines scientists’ understanding of how autism spectrum disorder (ASD) progresses at the molecular level. The study, published today in Nature, represents a comprehensive effort to… Continue reading Brain changes in autism are far more sweeping than previously known
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Therapies for Autism
Parents who receive a medical diagnosis of autism should be encouraged to also seek an educational determination to see whether the child qualifies for special education and related services under the Individual with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). From the Mayo Clinic website, “The goal of treatment is to maximize your child’s ability to function by… Continue reading Therapies for Autism