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Since the hormone oxytocin makes people more social, it's easy to imagine it might cause the social deficits of autism. But a study found children with autism no more likely to be short of oxytocin.
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The state has defined autism behavioral therapy as a type of medical benefit not subject to the mental health parity law, a move that allows insurers more latitude in limiting benefits.
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As a "great wave" of children with autism grows up, a new program in Michigan is aimed at giving them the skills they need to get a job.
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When acclaimed journalist Ron Suskind's son Owen was two and a half, he suddenly stopped communicating.
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Researchers say changes rolled out last May are likely to have a bigger effect on government statistics than on the care of the nation's children. Still, advocates worry that narrower definitions could lead to a loss of coverage for some children.
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Scientists hope to solve mysteries of the human brain by studying much simpler neural networks — like the brain circuits of fruit flies and mice. Already such research is turning up clues to why many people with autism are easily overwhelmed by bright lights and loud sound.
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In the first segment:"I've not heard you mention the turf because that is what it was about, the Turf," said our caller named Joe who described himself as…
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Going to the movies is a part of most of our lives. But for many families with special needs, heading out to see the latest blockbuster is not an option.…
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Seven-year-old Rowan Isaacson is like many kids his age. He enjoys playing with toys, reading books, and spending time with friends and family. But as the…