Year: 2023

Revolutionary AI tool scans children’s eyes, diagnoses autism with “100% accuracy” A revolutionary development in artificial intelligence has opened the door to a future where diagnosing childhood autism could be as simple as taking a picture of a child’s eye. A recent study published in JAMA Network Open reveals that AI can analyze retinal photographs…

An autism routine can make a significant impact on the everyday life and overall well-being of children on the spectrum. Creating and establishing routines can provide structure and a genuine sense of stability with the knowledge of what will happen next. There are daily activities that can be upsetting when unexpected changes occur. To help…

A Functional Medicine Perspective On Autism Spectrum Disorder Autism spectrum disorders (ASD) have skyrocketed over a short period of time. In 1970, an estimated 1 in 10,000 children were found to be autistic. In 1995 it was 1 in 500. In 2001 it became 1 in 250 and today, 1 in 36 children (1) are…

When your child has been diagnosed with autism, it can sometimes be hard to find a way to ensure they play well. Many children on the autism spectrum tend to stim. That’s why autism stim toys were created. These toys help provide stimulation for the senses and can help regulate the child’s nervous system. There…

For parents with a child on the spectrum, any future consideration may feel overwhelming. However, the comfort of knowing your child’s future is secure is worth it. Parents hope and dream that their child with autism will progress, grow, and become an independent adult. Because of this, it is not uncommon for some to avoid…

Deep learning AI models could be used to screen for autism and check on the severity of the condition, according to new research – and all the AI might need is a photo of the subject’s retina. Previous studies have linked changes in retinal nerves with altered brain structures, and from there to Autism Spectrum…

This article has been reviewed according to Science X’s editorial process and policies. Editors have highlighted the following attributes while ensuring the content’s credibility: fact-checked peer-reviewed publication trusted source proofread AI screens for autism in the blink of an eye With a single flash of light to the eye, artificial intelligence (AI) could deliver a…

It wasn’t until Jenn Freeman was thirty-three years old and a well-established dancer and choreographer that her therapist diagnosed her as having Autism Spectrum Disorder. “To arrive at a diagnosis of ASD, we have to see a challenge in three areas; one is communication, one is socialization, and one is repetitive and stereotyped behaviors. You…

Autism & Trick-or-Treating FEATURED POSTS Halloween can sometimes be a little scary for parents and kids, and not just because of ghouls or goblins. Between the sights, sounds and change in schedule, Halloween can present some “tricky” experiences for kids with autism and other special needs. Practice and preparation can make a big difference in…

TORONTO, Ontario, Dec 18, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — The COVID related death of one of her high school friends, known by name to her children and often a subject of shared stories, became the poignant catalyst inspiring her to start writing. First time author Cindy Lane takes readers on a fun journey filled with laughs…