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Relationship Development Intervention

When my granddaughter was diagnosed with autism at age 5, she ignored other people. After Relationship Development Intervention (RDI), she’s a different person – seeking interaction and initiating conversation. Why don’t ... More...

Cord Blood Banking

Should we bank our new baby’s umbilical cord blood as a possible treatment for autism? Our first child was recently diagnosed with ASD.

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Managing Anxiety in Children with Autism

My eight-year-old with autism rips his clothes when he gets nervous at school. How can I manage my son’s anxiety?

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Evaluating Early Interventions

How do I know whether my child’s early intervention program is a good one?

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How Can Technology Help Me? - Our Technology Guide

Today's "Got Questions?" answer comes from Marc Sirkin,&... More...

Why the Delay in Asperger Diagnosis?

My 8-year-old son just received a diagnosis of Asperger syndrome. How could it be that it took us this long to realize?

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Promoting Teen Social Skills

What approaches are effective in improving social skills among teens on the autism spectrum?

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Help! My Kid Won’t Use a Public Restroom

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Half-Sibs & Autism Risk

My child from a previous marriage has autism. I’m now remarried and wondering what the chances are that we will have a child affected by ASD?

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Complementary Treatments for Autism

Today’s “Got Questions?” answer comes from Robert L.... More...