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Autism Stories on Sunday from CBS, ABC, New York Times

CBS Newsmagazine 60 Minutes
The highly-rated CBS News program 60 Minutes aired a story on Sunday, Feb. 18, focused on whether early diagnosis and treatment can make a difference in children with autism. Click here to view the segment. Click here to read more.

ABC's Extreme Home Makeover
The ABC reality series will air an episode on Sunday, Feb. 18, at 8 pm/6 pm ET/CT, in which the O'Donnell Family, the only documented family in the U.S. with five autistic children, will receive a much needed home. Country music star Trace Adkins performs at a benefit for the family. Click here to learn more.

Sunday's New York Times Magazine
This week's Magazine section contains an article which focuses on the importance of providing support to the siblings of autistic children. Click here to read the article (registration required).

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