It's Autism Awareness Month, which means it’s a good time to take a look at some of the common misconceptions out there about autism … [Read more...] about 15 Things Everyone Should Know About Autism
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Is There A Link Between Obesity & Autism?
According to the CDC, diagnoses of autism spectrum disorders continue to rise in the United States - and there may possibly be an obesity … [Read more...] about Is There A Link Between Obesity & Autism?
Toni Braxton’s Lessons In Autism: “I Thought It Was Something I Had Done”
Toni Braxton is known as a highly successful R&B singer and songwriter. She has many accolades in the music industry selling over 67 … [Read more...] about Toni Braxton’s Lessons In Autism: “I Thought It Was Something I Had Done”
22-Year-Old Armani Williams Is NASCAR’s First Driver With Autism
Armani Williams was born in Michigan and diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder at the age of 2. Like many children with autism, he was … [Read more...] about 22-Year-Old Armani Williams Is NASCAR’s First Driver With Autism
Q&A: Are There Signs Of Autism That Can Be Mistaken For Something Else?
Q: Are there any signs of autism that can be mistaken for something else? How do you know the difference? - T. B. A: Autism is … [Read more...] about Q&A: Are There Signs Of Autism That Can Be Mistaken For Something Else?
Setting The Record Straight On These Autism Myths
At this point, there are so many myths surrounding autism that it’s difficult to know what’s true and what’s not. Unless someone close to … [Read more...] about Setting The Record Straight On These Autism Myths
Rodney & Holly Robinson Peete: From Autism To Awesome
Holly Robinson-Peete and her son, RJ were all smiles at the 2017 NAACP Image Awards. The two were nominated for best literary work … [Read more...] about Rodney & Holly Robinson Peete: From Autism To Awesome
How Stress and Gastro Issues Affect Kids With Autism
For some children with autism, there's a connection between gastrointestinal issues and stress, anxiety and social withdrawal, a new study … [Read more...] about How Stress and Gastro Issues Affect Kids With Autism
3 Early Autism Prevention Activities for Your Baby
Infants may show early signs of autism, although studies have found that Black children don't typically get a diagnosis until three years … [Read more...] about 3 Early Autism Prevention Activities for Your Baby
WOW! Toni Braxton Reveals Son No Longer Has Autism
Award-winning singer Toni Braxton just revealed that her youngest son who was diagnosed as autistic at age two, has been cured of the … [Read more...] about WOW! Toni Braxton Reveals Son No Longer Has Autism
UCLA Awarded $10M Grant To Study Autism In African Americans
The National Institutes of Health awarded UCLA a grant to study the genetic causes of autism in African-American children. Areva Martin of … [Read more...] about UCLA Awarded $10M Grant To Study Autism In African Americans
6 Signs Your Child May Be Autistic
Whether we recognize it or not, autism is present in the black community. However, studies show that black children are diagnosed with … [Read more...] about 6 Signs Your Child May Be Autistic