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Mary Poppins and a Mother’s Welcome Guide to Autism
The
“Mary Poppins” approach of teaching through play, while being highly
animated and visual is the
KEY
to curing a child’s
autism. “Cure” in the sense that a functional, happy life, complete with a
driver’s license, complex…
When a Child with Autism is Unwelcome at Church
In a recent from Wretched Radio, host Todd Friel described an unfortunate situation involving a woman who's son was turned away from several churches because of his autism. In the clip, Friel laments at how the woman and her child are…
Consequences of Autism Denial Can Be Far Reaching
One of the most harmful things a parent can do when they suspect their child has autism or any other developmental disability is to ignore the problem.
Studies and supporting evidence have consistently shown that early intervention is a…
Dan Marino Looks to Sack Autism
It’s always beneficial when a well-known public figure can use their celebrity status to raise awareness and funding for autism. But when that celebrity also has a child with autism, there is a “credibility” factor and an instant connection…
Choosing the Right School for a High Functioning Child with Autism
With the turn of a new year, many parents are already
looking into enrollment options for the fall of 2011, and
one of the most common questions parents of
children with autism will ask during this process is: “What school is best for…
How to Apply for the Wisconsin Early Autism Project (WEAP)
The Wisconsin Early Autism Project, or WEAP for short, is a great resource
for residents of Wisconsin and surrounding areas that have children with an
autism spectrum disorder. Under the Wisconsin Early Autism Project,
children…
Autism Walk Planned in Chicago
2011 Walk for Autism Coming to Chicago in May
Chicago Walk Now for Autism Speaks
Sunday, May 21, 2011
Soldier Field
1410 S Museum Campus Dr
Chicago, IL 60605
Registration Begins at 8:00 a.m.
Opening…
New Law in Missouri Provides Autism Insurance to Families
Several years ago, Autism Key published a rather subjective list of states we thought, at the time, provided the best autism resources, support, and services. Missouri was one of the states that made our list and soon after it was…
Milk Allergies and the Autism Connection
A good number of children on the autism spectrum also suffer from various allergies and food sensitivities.
One of the more common issues related to allergies and autism can be linked to milk, or more specifically, the casein protein.…