Autism Insurance Breakthroughs Called Into Question

Posted by on Monday, August 1st, 2011

Recent reports from Disability Scoop confirm the old adage, “If something seems too good to be true, it probably is." In early July, California officials announced deals with Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield of California under which the insurers said they would provide coverage for applied behavioral analysis (ABA) therapy for individuals with autism.  [...]

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Autism Mothers in Need of More Time for Themselves

Posted by on Saturday, May 7th, 2011

I just read a recent article by a psychiatrist proclaiming that a family with an autistic member needs to “reassess its priorities” and consider professional help in organizing their lives. She went on to emphasize the importance of parents and caregivers taking time out for themselves and spending time alone with their partners and other [...]

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  • * In 1970, Autism affected 1 out of 10,000 children
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