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Autism and Obesity

Obesity is a growing problem across all age cohorts in the United States. Childhood obesity is of particular concern, with the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reporting that nearly 20% of children between the ages of 2 and 19…
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Autism and Picky Eaters

Many parents struggle trying to get their children to eat healthy foods. It’s certainly not an uncommon parenting challenge, but it’s more typical with parents of children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Children who have autism…
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Do Autistic Toddlers Like Being Chased?

Play is an important aspect of being a toddler. It helps young children understand the world around them, build relationships and interact with other children, and get physical exercise and exert energy. Playing tag and chasing is one common…
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How Can Autistic People Navigate College?

Children who are diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) will likely face many challenges in life that their neurotypical peers don’t. This could include deficits with social interactions and communication, as well as challenges related…
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Can Autism Be Misdiagnosed?

In the last 25 years, much progress has been made in the understanding of autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Much research and studies have contributed to new screening tools, diagnostic methods and treatment methods. This research even resulted…