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While therapists and researchers have developed numerous types of treatments and best practices for helping individuals with autism to better overcome difficulties with sociability and communication, the arts provide an undefined but reliable source of therapy that can take on a variety of different forms. To better understand how different art forms—ranging from painting to…

For some time now, researchers have repeatedly looked to animals to help them improve their understanding of the causes and symptoms of autism that mirror those of humans with autism. For instance, a recent study found that while animals do not analyze their emotions like humans do, they do in fact experience them. This realization…

With currently 1 in 68 children in the United States being diagnosed with autism—a number that’s grown due to our better identification of symptoms—more and more families are learning how to best raise a child with autism. While there has been an increase in diagnoses, this has also been met with a greater understanding of…

One of the great joys shared by many families with children is working together to raise the family pet. As many parents will attest, dogs and cats not only help to bring a family together and provide a furry partner for children to play with, but also help young children become more responsible and grow…

For any parent who recently had a child, establishing a natural and normal sleep cycle takes several months, but in most cases, babies generally cut back on the number of daytime naps and are able to sleep for longer periods of time at night. However, a significant number of children continue to have issues with…

While January is often a time of the year when people find themselves staying inside more, filmmakers, actors, critics, and Hollywood executives make their annual trip to Park City, Utah for the annual Sundance Film Festival, a celebration of independent films of all genres and types.   Coming-of-age films can often be a hot ticket…

In looking at the genetics of autism, a recent study has gone a great way in throwing into question a long-held belief regarding siblings with autism and the genes they share. Progress in the methodology of genetic research as it relates to autism has continued to open new horizons for better identifying both the particular…

As we’ve discussed in the past, physical activities are extremely helpful for children with autism in helping them to both improve their bodies and minds. Participating in group sports helps children learn how to work as a team and gain confidence in a skill.  But team sports often present many challenges for kids with autism…

In looking back at the first four months of 2015, it becomes clear that advances in research have been significant and plentiful this year in better understanding both the causes of autism and developing potential treatments that can assist children with autism to become high-functioning, thriving individuals.   As we’ve discussed previously, the area that…