How are families doing?
Two studies look at the siblings and mothers of children with autism. ... more

Associated medical disorders
Children with autism more likely to have other medical conditions. ... more

Autism vs. Aspergers
Research review shows no clear evidence that they are different. ... more

MRI measures
New research shows MRI scans may be able to predict autism. ... more

Gluten-free/Casein-free Diet
Lack of good research means little evidence to support gluten-free, casein-free diets ... more

Brain abnormalities in autism
Does white matter matter? ... more

Auditory Integration (Treatment)
Music therapy – is there any evidence that it works? ... more

Adult Outcome
Do ASD children with higher IQs do better over time? ... more

Age of recognition of first disturbances
Do earlier symptoms mean more severe autism later? ... more

Autism interrupted?
Baby sibs study holds hope for reversing behaviors before they become embedded ... more

PDD in children
Estimates are three times higher than previously thought – but is it an epidemic? ...more

Practice parameters for the assessment and treatment of autism spectrum disorders
A template for professionals working with children suspected or diagnosed as having autism spectrum disorder ...more

Child psychiatrists discuss issues and concerns around early diagnosis and treatment of autism
Report from the Annual Meeting of the Canadian Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry ...more

Early detection, access to treatment critical to improving outcomes in autism
Autism facts and the role of front-line therapists ...more

Risk markers (“Red Flags”) for autism
Be alert to these signs and symptoms of autism ...more

New developments in drug therapy
Can the “new generation” anti-psychotics help children with autism? ...more

Autism resources for therapists
On-line resources for front-line clinicians ...more

Understanding Autism
The causes of autism spectrum disorders ...more

Towards a better diagnosis
A summary of the findings of the U.S. National Research Council’s Committee on Educational Interventions for Children with Autism ...more

Developmental Trajectories Among Children with Pervasive Developmental Disorders
Summary of findings from a follow-up study of children with autism and Asperger disorders ...more

The case for risperidone
Is Risperidone safe and effective in the treatment of serious behaviour problems in children with autistic disorder? ...more

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