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Urge YOUR Representative to Support the Sestak Amendment!

Mon, 19 May 2008 16:41:10 GMT

Autism Votes... It's time for lawmakers to listen. Congressman Joe Sestak (PA-7) has introduced an amendment to the National Defense Authorization Act that will help military families with an individual with autism... Read more...

Re: Educational Videos

Wed, 23 Apr 2008 14:13:01 GMT

By kidzdriver on Apr 23

I have the first of her videos that she did. I thought they were actually pretty good, as I not really been a fan of hers at all. Not sure why I am prejudiced against her, but I am :-). Maybe it's because she is a movie star. Are the Butterfly... Read more...

Re: Study links autism and preemies

Fri, 11 Apr 2008 16:52:04 GMT

By kidzdriver on Apr 11

What do you think is the real reason for the dramatic increase. Our son was not diagnosed until he was almost 2 and did not show any real signs of sutism, although I always had a funny feeling that something was just not right. In my opinion it... Read more...

Big Darn Words

Fri, 11 Apr 2008 16:37:06 GMT

By kidzdriver on Apr 11

I noticed one of the posts used a pretty large word, the meaning of which I have no idea. I have read a lot about the underlying causes of some of my childs issues and of course have watched a number of the shows on TV, especially Larry's show... Read more...

Re: Toys for Autism

Fri, 11 Apr 2008 16:30:25 GMT

By kidzdriver on Apr 11

The main reason for Toys R Us sponsoring this fundraiser is that fact that they had so many toys recalled when we had the lead paint scare a few months ago. I have found it almost impossible to find any toys not made in the good 'ol China!... Read more...

Re: Autism Bill - PAY ATTENTION - APRIL 10th!!!!!

Wed, 09 Apr 2008 17:03:18 GMT

By Charlotte Fudge on Apr 9

Autism Votes... It's time for lawmakes to listen. Dear Florida Advocate, Tomorrow, Thursday, April 10th is a HUGE day in Tallahassee for the autism insurance reform movement! As you know, Senate Bill 2654, which will require... Read more...

The University of Miami- Nova Southeastern University Center for Autism and Related Disabilities is

Wed, 09 Apr 2008 16:49:13 GMT

By Charlotte Fudge on Apr 9

The University of Miami- Nova Southeastern University Center for Autism and Related Disabilities is hosting their second FREE family concert on April 13, 2008 from 3-4:30 at the JCC in Cooper City. Attached you will find the flyer with all... Read more...

Antibiotics and Autism?

Thu, 20 Mar 2008 12:07:48 GMT

By wcole333 on Mar 20

So what is the story on antibiotics and autism? Some say that certain antibiotics can cause autism (like augmentin). And there are other studies suggesting that antibiotics could be used as a treatment for autistic children. What is... Read more...

Re: Teaching Others about Autism

Tue, 18 Mar 2008 08:48:54 GMT

By Tara Mills on Mar 18

You might direct them to the website for Autism Speaks, a national organization dedicated to raising awareness about autism and helping raise funds for research. Their site is www.autismspeaks.org. They have a brief description of what autism is... Read more...

Autism and eye contact

Mon, 17 Mar 2008 16:08:21 GMT

By luvmykids123 on Mar 17

What are the best treatments for developing eye contact with autistic children? Are there certain activities or plans to follow to help facilitate eye contact? I know that it is important but I am having a very difficult time with my daughter, it... Read more...

Teaching Others about Autism

Mon, 17 Mar 2008 16:04:10 GMT

By wcole333 on Mar 17

My 5 yr old son was recently diagosed with autism. My friends and family are very supportive but I can tell that they really don't understand how to act or what its really all about. And with me being new to it as well, it is... Read more...

A Stereotypical Behavior

Wed, 12 Mar 2008 13:03:42 GMT

By mlopez on Mar 12

My 7 year old daughter has been displaying a variety of stereotypical behaviors - pacing, flapping her arms, and strange hopping movements. They get worse when she becomes excited or overstimulated. No one has really been able to... Read more...

Activities I should be engaging my child in?

Wed, 12 Mar 2008 00:37:21 GMT

By tobefree24 on Mar 12

What activities do you think are appropriate for my 5 yr old son. I am trying to improve his social skills and am wondering what the best activities, after school program would be best to help with that? Read more...

Social Skills Stories

Wed, 12 Mar 2008 00:30:11 GMT

By tobefree24 on Mar 12

Hey all, I was wondering how best to teach my 5 yr old 'social skills stories'. In otherwords what should i be telling him so that he understands, or starts to understand, that some of his behavior is not really socially acceptable? My son has... Read more...

Re: New Diagnosis

Wed, 05 Sep 2007 10:00:29 GMT

By Daniela Tricoche on Sep 5, 07

Re:Testing Try FDLRS/ Child Find for the initial global testing,the program for children under 3 is called Early Steps(may have a different name in some counties). This is the starting point where you can get an evaluation that... Read more...