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Study Confirms Enhanced Visual Abilities for Individuals with Autism
Researchers lead by Laurent Mottron at the University of Montreal have confirmed scientifically what has been an anecdotal truth - people with autism enjoy unrivaled visual expertise. On a neurological level, they concentrate more brain…
James Durbin Delivers Emotional Performance During Hall of Fame Week
Known for his aggressive and upbeat rock performances, James Durbin shifted
gears Wednesday night on American Idol, performing "While My Guitar Gently
Weeps" by George Harrison of The Beatles. The song was chosen as part of Rock…
Autism Wandering Remains a Deadly Problem
The recent case of Adam Benhamma continues to highlight the ongoing issue of wandering by those with autism. In fact, drowning has been cited as the leading cause of death for children and adults with autism, with a large majority of these…
Canadian Authorities Continue Search for Boy with Autism
A potentially heartbreaking
story has emerged from Canada in Laval, Quebec, a suburb of Montreal.
Three-year-old Adam Benhamma, who has autism and is both non-verbal and deaf,
has been missing since Sunday afternoon after playing…
Autism Awareness Event Recreates Sensory Challenges
A wonderful story has been reported out of Kentucky where a mother of twins with autism created an event for neurotypical children at her sons' school to experience what it's like to have autism. During Cumberland Trace Elementary School's…
Autism Speaks Announces the Ten Best Cities for Autism
As part of Autism Awareness Month, Autism Speaks has released its findings from
an online survey identifying the most livable cities for autism. These cities were recognized by respondents for best availability of services and resources,…
The Dangers and Pitfalls of Defining Autism
April is host to Autism Awareness Month as well as the fourth annual Autism Awareness Day (April 2nd). It is a time when concentrated efforts are made by both the media and individuals around the world to educate and help people to…
James Durbin Upsets Jackson Family with Pepsi Comment
A seemingly harmless and unscripted exchange between American Idol contestant
James Durbin and host Ryan Seacrest has touched off a controversy involving
Michael Jackson's family.
According
to TMZ, the Jackson family, including…
Light It Up Blue Kicks Off Autism Awareness Month
April is Autism Awareness Month and an ambitious effort has been
launched by Autism Speaks for a second straight year through its 'Light It Up
Blue' campaign. On April 1st and 2nd, buildings and well-known landmarks in over
120 cities…
Making Autism Awareness Month Count
On April 1 and 2, blue lights will be shining in cities all around the world to
help promote autism awareness. In Seattle, The Children's Museum will be open early exclusively to children with autism, who will be charged a reduced…