Autism Spectrum

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Name: Autism Spectrum

First reported Jun 18 2013 - Updated 1 hour ago - 3 reports

Is road traffic pollution really a cause of autism?

"Severe air pollution 'can double risk of having autistic child'," reports The Times.If you're a parent-to-be you shouldn't be unduly worried by this story, as the science it's based on cannot and does not show a definite link. And other than moving house ... [Published Advertiser Series - 1 hour ago]

Entities: Pollution, Air Pollution, Autism

First reported 3 hours ago - Updated 1 hour ago - 1 reports

Exposure to air pollution by pregnant mothers doubles autism risks in kids

Tagsautism, air pollution, pregnancy, Prenatal CarePregnant women exposed to severe air pollution doubles the risk of having children with autism. This was revealed by a national study conducted by the Harvard School of Public Health.The new study "Perinatal ... [Published ITechPost - 3 hours ago]

Entities: Autism, Air Pollution, Exposure (Health), Pregnancy

First reported 3 hours ago - Updated 3 hours ago - 1 reports

College of Staten Island

CSI to Launch Advanced Certificate Program in Autism

The College of Staten Island will launch an Advanced Certificate Program in Autism in the Fall 2013 semester. This MA-level program, consisting of four three-credit courses, will focus on training professionals to work effectively with people who have ... [Published Noodls - 3 hours ago]

Entities: Autism, Autism Spectrum, Education, College of Staten Island

First reported 8 hours ago - Updated 8 hours ago - 1 reports

Ensuring jobs for all abilities in Durham

ODSP support program - Clients of the ODSP employment supports program don't have to be connected to the ODSP income support program, although about 95 per cent are. - Clients choose the service provider who would be the best fit, depending on the amount ... [Published Newsdurhamregion.com - 8 hours ago]

Entities: Durham (Canada), Disability, Autism Spectrum, Income Support

First reported 16 hours ago - Updated 16 hours ago - 1 reports

Prenatal Exposure to Air Pollution Associated with Autism

Save time and stay informed. Our physician-editors offer you clinical perspectives on key research and news.By Kelly YoungPrenatal exposure to air pollution is associated with increased risk for autism spectrum disorders in childhood, according to a case-control ... [Published AIDS Clinical Care - 16 hours ago]

Entities: Air Pollution, Autism, Exposure (Health), Autism Spectrum

First reported Jun 18 2013 - Updated 18 hours ago - 4 reports

News: Autism linked to air pollution

Best Health Blog If you live in a highly-polluted area and are planning to have children, a new study might make you consider a move.The study, published in the journal Environmental Health Perspectives, is the first national research that shows air pollutants ... [Published Best Health Magazine - 18 hours ago]

Entities: Autism, Air Pollution, Autism Spectrum, Roberts, Mercury

First reported 20 hours ago - Updated 18 hours ago - 2 reports

University of St. Joseph to get $4 million for autism center

HARTFORD – Gov. Dannel P. Malloy on Tuesday announced a $4 million grant to support the construction of the Center for Integrative Education at the University of Saint Joseph in West Hartford. The new center will expand the university’s work in the fields ... [Published West Hartford News - 18 hours ago]

Entities: Autism, Autism Spectrum, Education

First reported 22 hours ago - Updated 22 hours ago - 1 reports

Council wants views of those with Autism

Do you have autism or know someone who does?Coventry City Council wants to hear your views on what is important to you and how its services can support you in making choices at different stages of your life. There are currently two short surveys - one ... [Published Coventry City Council - 22 hours ago]

Entities: Autism, Autism Spectrum, Coventry

First reported Jun 18 2013 - Updated 22 hours ago - 2 reports

Malloy Announces $4 Million Construction Grant for St. Joe's Center For Autism

Gov. Dannel P. Malloy announced a $4 million grant Tuesday for construction of a new center at the University of St. Joseph that will provide services for children on the autism spectrum and their families.The grant, which requires approval by the State ... [Published Individual.com - Jun 18 2013]

Entities: Autism, Construction, Autism Spectrum

First reported Jun 18 2013 - Updated Jun 18 2013 - 1 reports

Playlist: All across the autism spectrum

June 18th is Autistic Pride Day, a day to celebrate the neurodiversity of people on the autism spectrum. Too often, autistic people are viewed as only autistic, and it’s seen strictly as a disorder. As always, the full picture isn’t drawn in black ... [Published TED Blog - Jun 18 2013]

Entities: Autism, Autism Spectrum, Andrew Solomon, Temple Grandin

First reported Jun 17 2013 - Updated Jun 18 2013 - 2 reports

Autism is a difference rather than a disease

Autistic Pride Day, a celebration of the neuro-diversity of people on the autism spectrum, is observed on June 18 each year. These days, the autistic people are called differently-abled people. In other words, positive psychologists and pedagogues see ... [Published Meri News - Jun 18 2013]

Entities: Autism, Autism Spectrum, Interference, Special Education

First reported Jun 17 2013 - Updated Jun 18 2013 - 2 reports

Autism

A study of children diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder found racial differences in which children accessed specialist doctors, including gastroenterologists, neurologists and psychiatrists, and in the types of specialty tests they received. The study, ... [Published American Academy of Pediatrics - Jun 17 2013]

Entities: Autism, Gastroenterology, Hispanics, African-Americans, Autism Spectrum

Quotes

"We’ve got a wide range of fun and interesting activities planned, including arts and crafts, baking, ball games and treasure hunts.”"

Volunteers wanted for Ordsall summer fun for le.. [Published Salford Online - 11 mins ago]

"Severe air pollution 'can double risk of having autistic child'" reports The Times

Is road traffic pollution really a cause of autism? [Published Advertiser Series - 1 hour ago]

"All of the chemicals studied are known neurotoxins. They are also known to pass from mother to baby while a woman is pregnant. It's very plausible that the 'stuff' the mother is taking in through the air is affecting her baby's brain development" Roberts explained in an interview with the Huffington Post

Exposure to air pollution by pregnant mothers doubles autism risks in kids [Published ITechPost - 3 hours ago]

He called on Minister for Education Ruairí Quinn to "explain his justification for targeting some of the most vulnerable children in the entire education system"

Hours for special needs pupils cut by 10 % [Published Irish Times - 4 hours ago]

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Former NBC Universal CEO delivers commencement ... [Published Fairfield Sun - 2 hours ago]
Exposure to air pollution by pregnant mothers d... [Published ITechPost - 3 hours ago]
CSI to Launch Advanced Certificate Program in A... [Published Noodls - 3 hours ago]
Hours for special needs pupils cut by 10 % [Published Irish Times - 4 hours ago]
Ensuring jobs for all abilities in Durham [Published Newsdurhamregion.com - 8 hours ago]
STUDY: Exposure to Air-Pollution During Pregnan... [Published Lipstiq.com - 9 hours ago]
Purple Cherry Presented Workshop for National A... [Published PR.com Press Releases - 10 hours ago]
Living in the West Australian Wheatbelt [Published Kidspot Australia - 11 hours ago]
Funding is running out for Arlington task force... [Published Individual.com - 12 hours ago]
Traffic fumes double risk of autism [Published Australian Women's Weekly - 12 hours ago]
Prenatal Exposure to Air Pollution Associated w... [Published AIDS Clinical Care - 16 hours ago]
Robert Buckland MP: Child SEN support ‘complex,... [Published ePolitix.com - 16 hours ago]
Gary Arnold: With Honors -- High School Graduat... [Published Huffington Post - 17 hours ago]
News: Autism linked to air pollution [Published Best Health Magazine - 18 hours ago]
University of St. Joseph to get $4 million for ... [Published West Hartford News - 18 hours ago]
Student asks peers to appreciate people with au... [Published Nvdaily.com - 19 hours ago]
Center for Integrative Education To Be Built in... [Published West Hartford Patch - 20 hours ago]
Smog reported to increase autism risk [Published Examiner.com - 21 hours ago]
Ipads for kids with Autism [Published WXOW TV-19 - 21 hours ago]
Roche Demonstrates Strong Commitment to Neurode... [Published BioSpace - 21 hours ago]
Council wants views of those with Autism [Published Coventry City Council - 22 hours ago]
Josh wins tough 10km$ [Published Yass Tribune - 22 hours ago]
SA family businesses support Autism SA Internat... [Published In-Business - 23 hours ago]
Autism linked with air-pollution exposure durin... [Published Big News Network - 23 hours ago]
Malloy Announces $4 Million Construction Grant ... [Published Individual.com - Jun 18 2013]
Rett Syndrome Protein Surrenders Few of Its Sec... [Published MedIndia - Jun 18 2013]
CT grants $4M to USJ for behaviorial programs, ... [Published Hartford Business Journal - Jun 18 2013]

Blogs

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Playlist: All across the autism spectrum [Published TED Blog - Jun 18 2013] June 18th is Autistic Pride Day, a day to celebrate the neurodiversity of people on the autism spectrum. Too often, autistic people are viewed as only autistic, and it’s seen strictly as a disorder. As always, the full picture isn’t drawn in black ...
Top 5 TV shows that deal with mental health \| M... [Published Comment is free \| guardian.co.uk - Jun 17 2013] A host of US shows portray mental health in fun, helpful and realistic ways. It's a good change from the 'straight jacket' days Mental illness is having quite the year on the small and big screens. The stereotypical images of straight jackets and Frankenstein-inspired ...
Petco Won’t Sell Child Any Goldfish Because The... [Published The Consumerist - Jun 14 2013] Pictured: not an appropriate habitat either. ( Karen Chappell ) Pets aren’t toys. Tracey understands that, and she wanted to teach her son how to care for a small pet. They bought a tank and all of the extras, let it sit for five days, then returned ...
Endowed health plans to cover transgender servi... [Published Cornell News Highlights - Jun 13 2013] Employees and their family members enrolled in an endowed health plan will be covered for transgender services and treatment of autism spectrum disorder. ...
Endowed health plans to cover transgender servi... [Published Cornell News Highlights - Jun 13 2013] Employees and their family members enrolled in an endowed health plan will be covered for transgender services and treatment of autism spectrum disorder. ...

Audio/Video

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CARTA: Human Origins: Lessons from Autism Spect... [Published UC Television - YouTube - Jun 03 2013]
CARTA: Human Origins: Lessons from Autism Spect... [Published UC Television - YouTube - Jun 03 2013]
Study may help predict autistic child's social ... [Published CBS News Online - YouTube - May 29 2013]
The Stream - The autism spectrum [Published Al Jazeera - YouTube - Apr 02 2013]
CARTA: Human Origins: Lessons from Autism Spect... [Published UC Television - YouTube - Jan 17 2013]

Press Releases

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Purple Cherry Presented Workshop for National A... [Published PR.com Press Releases - 10 hours ago]
NSU Offers Free Dental Service for Children wit... [Published PR Newswire: Policy & Public Interest - Jun 11 2013]
National Autism Network Offers Tips for Vacatio... [Published Auto & Transportation - Jun 10 2013]
Early Autism Project, Inc. Founders Named Ernst... [Published PR Newswire: Policy & Public Interest - Jun 10 2013]
Nearly One-Third of Children with Autism Also H... [Published PR Newswire: Health - Jun 05 2013]