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Helping an Autistic Child:
There are many things parents can do to help autistic children overcome their challenges and get the most of life. From learning all you can about the disorder to getting your child into therapy right away, you can make a big difference. This article will teach you where to find government ...
Source: Helpguide
Is Autism on the Rise?
“Today, one in 166 individuals is diagnosed with autism, making it more common than pediatric cancer, diabetes, and AIDS combined,” according to the nonprofit organization, Autism Speaks. Just to put things in perspective, that’s a new case diagnosed almost every 20 minutes. The numbers are ...
Source: Education.com
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Autism FAQ
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