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Family History — Does It Play a Role in Autism?

The prevalence rate of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) has been on the rise over the last 20 years. Today, it’s estimated that roughly one in 36 children have ASD, with is a significant jump from the rate of one in 44 children that was measured…
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Fragile X Syndrome — Everything You Need to Know

Fragile X Syndrome is not as well-known as other genetic disorders. At the same time, it’s the most common cause of someone inheriting an intellectual disability. While there are many unknown direct causes of the neurodevelopmental disorder…
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In-Home ABA in Winston-Salem — Why It is the Right Choice for Your Child

Thanks to the many developments in medical research over the last 20 years, we know so much more about autism spectrum disorder (ASD) than we used to. That has resulted in not only more acceptance and support for children with autism and their…
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Pervasive Developmental Disorder – Not Otherwise Specified (PDD-NOS)

Before 2013, pervasive developmental disorder-not otherwise specified was considered its own separate disorder. That all changed that year, though, when the American Psychiatric Association released its latest version of the Diagnostic and Statistical…
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Childhood Disintegrative Disorder

In 2013, much in the medical, psychological and psychiatric fields changed when it came to autism and some other related developmental disorders. That year, the newest version of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5)…
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Charlotte Home Based ABA, a Guide

If you’re a parent of a child who has autism spectrum disorder (ASD), you are likely searching for the best support options for them. Luckily, you have many options today, thanks to the amazing advances in research over the last 20 years. The…