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Autism Speaks Heartfelt and honest - all parents will relate to this blog post.

Source: jesswilson.wordpress.com
Kendall and I stood in the upstairs guest room among the assorted detritus of babyhood. We sifted through long since cast aside quilted books and soft, worn rattles in a desperate search for a long-lost Elmo doll.
Autism Speaks

Autism Speaks Donate just $20 for a chance to win two tickets to see Jerry Seinfeld and Bruce Springsteen at Carnegie Hall on the 17th!

Source: secure.autismspeaks.org
Jerry Seinfeld and Bruce Springsteen will be among the Autism Speaks advocates at our special event in New York City on November 17. Care to join us for the event as our special guest?
Cassandra Johnson
Cassandra Johnson
my son is seven, last year he was diagnosed with adhd, folowed closely by a diagnosis of aspergers syndrome, so yes it is possible
about an hour ago
Angela Coulton
Angela Coulton
my son is 14 and has only just been diagnosed with adhd and asperguer syndrome after 3 years of tests good luck
about an hour ago
Autism Speaks

Autism Speaks 11-year-old Caitlin Hall, who has autism, received a dance scholarship and will perform three parts in the Nutcracker. Way to go!

Source: www.newberggraphic.com
An Antonia Crater Elementary School student is training nearly daily to play three parts in an upcoming production of the Nutcracker in Portland. Caitlin Hall, 11, a fifth-grade student, started
Autism Speaks

Autism Speaks Why would people who have autism not be easily fooled by a magician's tricks? Hint - it has to do with joint attention and social signals.

Source: abcnews.go.com
Autism study looks to magic to find answers for diagnosis and treatment.
Molly Dilullo-Stein
Molly Dilullo-Stein
I agree....Ethan is one of the smartest little people I know! I am so proud of him!!!
3 hours ago
Scott Foran
Scott Foran
ok for one of the posts on here ADHD and Autism are two compleatly diffrent dissorders and should not be put in the same catagory together,
58 minutes ago
Autism Speaks

Autism Speaks U.S. House passes health insurance reform bill containing provision for autism insurance reform!

Source: www.autismvotes.org
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Autism Speaks Can adults with autism be employed as mascots?

Source: www.ketv.com
OMAHA, Neb. -- A research project at UNMC could have an impact nationwide, employing people with autism. Monday, November 9, 2009.
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Autism Speaks Congrats to Orel Moran, a 17 year old who has autism, for being chosen Homecoming Prince at his Fla. high school!

Source: www2.highlandstoday.com
Autistic children and adults are not known for their social skills. In fact, one of the primary indicators of autism is abnormal social interaction. So how is it that autistic 11th-grader Orel Mor...
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Autism Speaks Want to see Jerry Seinfeld and Bruce Springsteen in NYC next week? A limited number of $100 tickets have just been released!

Source: seinfeld.autismspeaks.org
Melanie Yagecic
Melanie Yagecic
My autistic nephews LOVE the fireflies video
Yesterday at 4:02pm
Jess
Jess
Owl City is awesome, we have most of the toys in it too! My son watches the gummy bear vids in like 5 different languages all remixed and I spin him in the computer chair. It's an arm workout for me I tell ya lol.
7 hours ago
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Autism Speaks This shouldn't keep happening. People need to be more aware!

Source: www.wgal.com
LANCASTER, Pa. -- A bus driver in the School District of Lancaster was fired after leaving an autistic boy behind on a bus. Thursday, November 5, 2009.
Autism Speaks

Autism Speaks While cleaning her house, a mother finds a poem, "My Wish for Sean," she had written a year ago about her son who has autism. In her essay, she relates the passing of time to how her outlook of her son's future has changed.

Autism Speaks

Autism Speaks is walking this weekend in Estero and Jacksonville, Fla.! Walk Now for Autism Speaks to raise awareness!

Sat at 6:25am
Carmela Crandall
Carmela Crandall
Lord, I ask for all who work in jobs that do research for cures of all medical issues to take Autism seriously and realize how important a cure is to these people, their families, and even the nation at large. Amen.
Sun at 5:48am
Lloyd Metcalf
Lloyd Metcalf
I have supported folks and famillies with Autism for many years (12 0r 13 years). I have never been good at writing papers, but I think I have a little insight.... maybe a new approach to research on Autism. I have no PHD after my name and I'm afraid of not being taken seriously. I have started a rough draft of my theory.
Who can I take this to? I think it could really be important to research. At least worth a little consideration. Any suggestions?
Sun at 7:38am
Autism Speaks

Autism Speaks The Participant Guide for the National Town Hall is now available on the AFAA website.

Source: www.afaa-us.org
John
John
Thank you I have read the first few pages will continue to learn more.
Sat at 3:57am
Autism Speaks

Autism Speaks http://espanol.easterseals.com - For parents seeking Spanish resources

Source: espanol.easterseals.com
Easter Seals brinda servicios excepcionales, programas educativos y de extensión y defensa de los derechos de las personas con autismo y otras discapacidades para que puedan vivir, aprender, trabajar y jugar en sus comunidades.
Celia Barillas
Celia Barillas
Thank You!, Gracias por proveer recursos a familias como la mia!!!
Sat at 7:34am
Angel Horbacz
Angel Horbacz
Yes, Lord, make yourself real to all families with developmentally disabled children so they'll sense Your love in their own way.
Sat at 10:08am
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Autism Speaks How do you help your child when s/he is experiencing a meltdown?

Autism Speaks

Autism Speaks Eight days left - limited spaces available to participate in the AFAA National Town Hall! Sign up today!

Christel Randall
Christel Randall
where my little bother works sefl help in sterling il are face closiure because the state wont keep funding this wonderful place theat gives jobs to the mentaly and physcaily handicapped. i wish all theose big wigs in springfeild would take paycuts to keep this place open
Sat at 5:09am
Carmela Crandall
Carmela Crandall
Dear Lord, open the eyes of these people in asuthority in all the states and soften their hearts so they will see the importance of providing services for people with all types of disability, even if the issue has to hit home for all of them. Amen.
Sat at 6:03am