Visual Pattern Preference May Be Indicator Of Autism In Toddlers

Using eye-tracking methods, researchers at the University of California, San Diego School of Medicine have shown that toddlers with autism spend significantly more time visually examining dynamic geometric patterns than they do looking at social images – a viewing pattern not found in either typical or developmentally delayed toddlers. The results of the study suggest that a preference for geometric patterns early in life may be a signature behavior in infants who are at-risk for autism. This...

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Team Noah and Gus Arkansas...

Video of the start of the Autism walk of 2011 with Team Noah and Gus Arkansas. Also features short video clips of Noah and Gus at the event, in the bounce house and having fun. Autism Speaks is trying to raise awareness and funds for research into Autism and Aspergers. Currently, 1 in 150 children are diagnosed, and the rate is rising faster each year. Check back often as we are adding new videos all...

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My Thoughts On Quiet vs Lo...

In this aspergers syndrome video – Just discussing the differences between quiet and loud aspies. There are many differences between aspies just like there are many differences between normal people. To all the aspies out there… which one are you? I reveal which one I am in this video. Check back often as we are adding new videos all the time....

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Golden Retriever Helps Boy...

The moving true story of a Golden Labrador Retriever named Henry who was adopted into a family with a severely Autistic boy named Dale. The Autism was so severe, Dale stopped speaking to his parents and his tantrums worsened. He and his parents were a prisoner of the effects of Autism until they adopted a puppy. Dale’s breakthrough came through the help and unconditional love of Henry the Lab....

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How Autism Affects Communi...

This is footage of my nephew and my son answering similar questions. I filmed this to help demonstrate how autism affects communication skills in children with ASD. Notice how attentive and responsive my nephew is, who does not have autism and is younger than my son. Then notice how distracted and disengaged my son is, who has autism. His answers are short and quick IF ANY. He often “piggy...

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Girls Growing Up on the Au...

What Parents and Professionals Should Know About the Pre-teen and Teenage Years Growing up isn’t easy, and the trials and tribulations of being a teenager can be particularly confusing for girls with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASDs). This book covers all the concerns commonly faced by girls with ASDs and their parents, from periods and puberty to worries over friendships and fitting in . Taking a...

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Latest Autism Auctions

These are the latest auctions for Autism. Click the refresh icon or press F5 to see two new Autism auctions. [eba kw="autism" num="2" ebcat="all"] If you would like to see different auctions or related auctions, drop me a note.

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Autism Every Day – 7...

Autism Every Day is a film produced by Lauren Thierry and Jim Watkins of October Group and Eric Solomon of Milestone Video. A 13-minute version of the film was screened at A New Decade for Autism, a fundraising event held May 9, 2006 in New York City. This video hopes to raise awareness for what the parents of autistic children are faced with every day. Watch the video, share it with your friends and...

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