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Children with autism need to understand the concept of waiting. Learn how autism expert Chantal Sicile-Kira taught her son this skill.
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How to Help a Picky Eater
Kids with autism spectrum disorders often are easily bothered by food textures and colors. Here are some ways to broaden the menu.
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A change is coming in how doctors diagnose autism. That’s not necessarily bad – but pediatrician Jeremy Shapiro wants to be sure that the change doesn’t make it harder for parents to get help for their children.
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