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Access interactive health content on autism including autism screening tests, articles, quizzes and parent-oriented content. The term “spectrum” refers to the wide range of symptoms, skills, and levels of disability, that children with autism can have.

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    Autism - Physical Therapy for Autistic Disorder

    Physical therapy is an important factor in the treatment for autism disorder. Read about the benefits and how to find a therapist that's ... [ Read more ]
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    Autism & Applied Behavioral Analysis Therapy

    Healthism.com explains Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA) Therapy which helps children with autism learn and develop everyday life skills.... [ Read more ]
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    Autism and Sleep Issues

    Does autism interfere with your child's sleep? Take a look at Healthism's guide to autism and sleep for practical advice. Autism is a ... [ Read more ]
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    Autism and Speech Language Therapy

    Speech Therapy for Autism is proven to have positive effects on children with Autism. In-depth analysis. Speech therapy is an importan... [ Read more ]
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    Autism Causes and Risk Factors

    At one time, it was unknown exactly why autism seemed to strike certain children. However, after years of research, we are closer to ide... [ Read more ]
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    Autism Diagnosis, Signs and Symptoms

    Autism is a developmental disorder that is often diagnosed in children during their first 3 years of life when developmental skills are ... [ Read more ]
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    Autism: Screenings, Exams and Tests

    Worried about autism? Find out what doctors suggest for screenings, exams and tests to help identify the signs of autism in your child. ... [ Read more ]
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    Overview: Treatments for Autism

    Heathism provides an overview of autism treatments, including behavior therapy, medical treatment, school-based programs, nutritional the... [ Read more ]