http://www.autismhangout.com Ausitm Hangout Headlines Feed en-us Fri, 17 May 2013 15:51:00 CST Fri, 17 May 2013 15:51:00 CST cevans@autismhangout.com cevans@autismhangout.com http://www.washingtonpost.com/national/health-science/2013/05/16/dee4de0c-bd87-11e2-97d4-a479289a31f9_story.html For ADHD, the definition is being broadened, meaning the disorder could be diagnosed in more children. In the case of autism, the opposite is true. Fri, 17 May 2013 15:51 CST cevans@autismhangout.com http://www.usatoday.com/story/news/nation/2013/05/01/autism-temple-grandin-brain/2122455/ Grandin, a well-known author who has autism, has four times the typical number of connections in a brain area that controls the visual system. That may explain why she goes through life Thinking in Pictures, as her 1996 book described. Thu, 2 May 2013 16:04 CST cevans@autismhangout.com http://www.npr.org/blogs/health/2013/04/22/177452578/young-adults-with-autism-can-thrive-in-high-tech-jobs The job hunt is complicated enough for most high school and college graduates — and even tougher for the growing number of young people on the autism spectrum. Despite the obstacles that people with autism face trying to find work, there&#39s a natural landing place: the tech industry. Mon, 22 Apr 2013 15:57 CST cevans@autismhangout.com http://online.wsj.com/article/PR-CO-20130422-903695.html?mod=googlenews_wsj Even the most well-intentioned and informed adults can flounder when it comes to communicating effectively with peers, co-workers, classmates, or gym buddies on the autism spectrum. While no two individuals with autism have the same language and social skills, there a few basic courtesies that you can extend to enhance the level of comfort and understanding between you and another. Mon, 22 Apr 2013 15:56 CST cevans@autismhangout.com http://www.usatoday.com/story/travel/flights/2013/04/17/flying-with-autism-airport-program-helps-affected-children/2088367/ Wed, 17 Apr 2013 16:00 CST cevans@autismhangout.com http://www.huffingtonpost.com/geraldine-dawson-/autism-awareness-day_b_2979117.html April is Autism Awareness Month, a good opportunity to reflect on the notable progress made by researchers, as well as the critical importance of building on this success and advancing the science much further. Here are ten important things we&#39ve learned about ASD in the past twelve months that not only hold interest for researchers and clinicians, but also offer new insights and actionable information for parents: Sun, 14 Apr 2013 15:51 CST cevans@autismhangout.com http://www.babble.com/baby/top-30-autism-spectrum-blogs-2013/asperkids-2013/ This blog is an amazing resource, especially for parents of girls on the spectrum and tweens and teens on the spectrum. Jennifer offers immediately usable parenting advice, like how to effectively get a child’s attention to correct their behavior, helpful tips on navigating the evaluation process, and how to help your child develop executive function skills. She has a truly unique perspective as an award-winning special educator, the mother of three kids with Asperger’s, and as a woman with Asperger’s herself. Jennifer is always positive, drama-free, and generous with advice. Tue, 9 Apr 2013 07:46 CST cevans@autismhangout.com http://www.guardian.co.uk/society/2013/apr/06/what-happened-man-mmr-panic Andrew Wakefield&#39s &#39dishonest and irresponsible&#39 research into the causes of autism led to his being struck off by the General Medical Council. That would have ended most doctors&#39 careers. Instead, the MMR &#39martyr&#39 moved to the US – and into reality TV Tue, 9 Apr 2013 07:09 CST cevans@autismhangout.com http://www.californiahealthline.org/articles/2013/3/28/ucla-researchers-uncover-air-pollution-autism-link.aspx UCLA researchers found that Los Angeles County women who were exposed to higher estimated air pollution levels had a 12% to 15% greater chance of having a child who develops autism than women who lived in areas with less pollution during their pregnancies, according to a study published in the March issue of the journal Environmental Health Perspectives. Fri, 29 Mar 2013 06:37 CST cevans@autismhangout.com http://www.letschatautism.com/2012/11/08/8-facts-about-autism-the-media-is-not-covering/#.UVQ4ty_NXAA.facebook They are not hot-button, provocative or headline-grabbing, but with 1 in 110 children affected by autism (and rising), these issues desperately need more attention: Thu, 28 Mar 2013 06:48 CST cevans@autismhangout.com http://taniaannmarshall.wordpress.com/2013/03/26/moving-towards-a-female-profile-the-unique-characteristics-abilities-and-talents-of-asperwomen-adult-women-with-asperger-syndrome/ Females with Asperger Syndrome experience their symptoms in varying levels, so while some Asperwomen are highly introverted, others are not. Many women would not meet formal criteria for a diagnosis due to their coping mechanisms. They would be defined as “sub-clinical” or what I refer to as “Aspie-Lite”. This group function very well in all areas of their life, but do ascribe and identify with being an “Aspie”. Tue, 26 Mar 2013 06:41 CST cevans@autismhangout.com http://www.minnpost.com/second-opinion/2013/03/autism-diagnoses-are-older-dads-more-likely-have-grandchild-autism Other research has reported an association between older fathers and an increased risk of autism among their children. One study published in 2011 found that fathers aged 50 and older were 2.2 times more likely to have a child diagnosed with autism than those under age 30. Fri, 22 Mar 2013 05:25 CST cevans@autismhangout.com http://www.usatoday.com/story/news/nation/2013/03/20/children-autism-frequency/2000131/ Rates of all forms of autism in the U.S. may be substantially higher than previously estimated, according to a new government report that found that 1 out of every 50 school-age children – roughly one on every school bus – has the condition. Fri, 22 Mar 2013 05:24 CST cevans@autismhangout.com http://taniaannmarshall.wordpress.com/2013/03/22/moving-towards-a-female-profile-the-unique-characteristics-abilities-and-talents-of-young-girls-with-asperger-syndrome/ The following list is a working document consisting of the unique characteristics and traits of many young AsperGIRLS (birth to tween) that I have worked with in my clinical work, over the years. I have assessed, observed, diagnosed and worked with hundreds of girls and women of all ages. This document is based on my clinical anecdotal evidence and research by other well-known professionals. I will be modifying and/or updating this list from time to time Fri, 22 Mar 2013 05:23 CST cevans@autismhangout.com http://www.disabilityscoop.com/2013/03/18/aggression-struggle-autism/17510/ More than half of kids and adolescents with autism are physically aggressive and new research suggests that sleep, sensory and other underlying issues may be responsible for the behaviors. In a study of 1,584 children with autism ages 2 to 17, researchers report this month in the journal Research in Autism Spectrum Disorders that about 53 percent were aggressive. Tue, 19 Mar 2013 11:53 CST cevans@autismhangout.com http://www.pnj.com/article/20130316/BELLA/130316006/Touched-by-autism Putting Pensacola on the autism awareness map. Anita Lesko’s discovery two years ago that she has Asperger’s Syndrome was an “ah-ha” moment in her accomplishment-filled life. Sun, 17 Mar 2013 07:52 CST cevans@autismhangout.com http://www.disabilityscoop.com/2013/03/12/kids-autism-suicide/17483/ In what’s believed to be the largest study to date looking at suicide and autism, researchers found that children with the developmental disorder were 28 times more likely than typically developing kids to contemplate or attempt suicide. Among those with autism, kids who were bullied or teased and those with depression or behavior problems were at highest risk. Wed, 13 Mar 2013 08:13 CST cevans@autismhangout.com http://www.cleveland.com/healthfit/index.ssf/2013/03/folic_acid_for_expectant_mothe.html Mothers taking a folic acid supplement before and during pregnancy reduced the chances of having a child being diagnosed with autism later. Wed, 13 Mar 2013 08:12 CST cevans@autismhangout.com http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/03/12/autism-pollution-study-_n_2853542.html Babies exposed to air pollution in the womb are more likely to have autism than those whose mothers spend pregnancy in clean air, according to a new study. Wed, 13 Mar 2013 08:11 CST cevans@autismhangout.com http://media.wix.com/ugd//b3aa2b_ee97aafdfee2f2e1620e950b9364f377.pdf Two landmark events -­‐ a government concession in the US Vaccine Court, and a groundbreaking scientific paper – confirm that physician, scientist, and AMC Director, Dr. Andrew Wakefield, and the parents were right all along. Sun, 10 Mar 2013 07:33 CST cevans@autismhangout.com http://www.tulsaworld.com/news/article.aspx?subjectid=11&articleid=20130306_11_A11_ULNSai463939 The new retail store, 2405 S. Elm Place in Broken Arrow, employs the agency&#39s clients who run cash registers and sell plants grown in A New Leaf&#39s nursery that also employs clients. The agency sells all types of bedding plants for flower or vegetable gardens. Thu, 7 Mar 2013 05:55 CST cevans@autismhangout.com http://abcnews.go.com/Health/autism-depression-genetically-linked/story?id=18617381 Autism, attention deficit-hyperactivity disorder, bipolar disorder, major depressive disorder, and schizophrenia share common genetic underpinnings, despite differences in their symptoms and disease courses, a new study found. Thu, 28 Feb 2013 16:28 CST cevans@autismhangout.com http://www.upi.com/Health_News/2013/02/28/Toxic-metal-levels-linked-to-autism/UPI-62561362072302/ The study, published in the journal Biological Trace Element Research, found the autism group had significantly higher levels -- 41 percent -- of lead in their red blood cells and 74 percent higher urinary levels of lead, 77 percent higher levels of thallium, 115 percent higher levels of tin and 44 percent higher levels of tungsten. Lead, thallium, tin and tungsten are toxic metals that can impair brain development and function, and also interfere with the normal functioning of other body organs and systems, Adams said. A statistical analysis was conducted to determine if the levels of toxic metals were associated with autism severity, using three different scales of autism severity. The study found 38 percent to 47 percent of the variation of autism severity was associated with the level of several toxic metals, with cadmium and mercury being the most strongly associated. Thu, 28 Feb 2013 16:27 CST cevans@autismhangout.com http://www.aspect.org.au/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=672:unearthing-the-experiences-of-young-people-with-autism&catid=94:media-releases The primary goals of the Aspect research project are to raise awareness and to improve the kinds of services and supports available for Australian adolescents who have an ASD but do not have an intellectual disability. Thu, 28 Feb 2013 10:30 CST cevans@autismhangout.com http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2013/02/130225112510.htm Low-birth-weight babies with a particular brain abnormality are at greater risk for autism, according to a new study that could provide doctors a signpost for early detection of the still poorly understood disorder. Mon, 25 Feb 2013 15:12 CST