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Gastrointestinal Disorders and Autism

Children who have autism spectrum disorder (ASD) suffer from a greater number of medical issues, and more frequently, than their neurotypical peers1. These issues can span from immune system dysfunctions to gastrointestinal (GI) disorders.Researchers…
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The Immune System and Autism

Children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) commonly face deficits with social interaction and communication. They also typically have restrictive interests, exhibit repetitive behaviors and/or experience sensory sensitivities.Recent research…
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Epilepsy and Autism

Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a neurodevelopmental disorder that affects people for their entire lives. Even though children are born with autism, the common signs and symptoms aren’t easy to spot right away, which is why most people are…
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Autism and Music Therapy

Music is an extremely powerful art form. It’s a great way for people performing the music to express themselves in unique ways, while also eliciting strong emotions in the people who are listening to it.Music can make us happy, calm us…
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Elopement in Kids with Autism

Parents of children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) have a lot of fears. Perhaps one of the biggest fears is losing their child.Unfortunately, this is a fear that many parents of children with autism have experienced. A study conducted…