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New gene-editing method flags fragile X mutation for repair | Spectrum | Autism Research News
Mutation minimization: Prompting specialized loops to form in the genome can help remove genetic repeats associated with fragile X syndrome. THOM LEACH / Science Source Hun-Goo Lee did not set out to discover a new way to potentially treat fragile X syndrome. He just wanted to solve a mystery: Why do some cells with a…
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The Autism Dad
On this week’s episode: Tara and Lauren are back by popular demand and we’re taking on topics that you sent in. Today we’re talking about finding balance when you have neurotypical and neurodivergent kids. It’s an incredibly emotional conversation filled with lots of tears and laughter. This hit very close to home for all three…
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Finding Balance: Navigating the 4th of July with Autism
Tomorrow is the 4th of July. A fun, typically outdoor, social, loud, hot holiday. It’s also a holiday that can be very challenging for families like mine. And put a lot of stress on us. See, our older son struggles with a lot of the parts that make up the fourth. He is scared of…
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Gender dysphoria more prevalent among youth with autism, study finds
Disclosures: Hadland receives funding from the National Institute on Drug Abuse. Guss and Solomon report no financial disclosures. Please see the study for all authors’ relevant financial disclosures. ADD TOPIC TO EMAIL ALERTS Receive an email when new articles are posted on Please provide your email address to receive an email when new articles are…
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Cops Join Puzzle Life & Students & Teachers from P.S. 168 to Walk for Autism Acceptance
RESIDENTS, STUDENTS AND teachers from P168 in Norwood joined Puzzle Life and members of the 52nd Precinct for a walk around Botanical Square to promote autism acceptance on Friday, June 16, 2023. Photo by Síle Moloney A group of around 200 people, including many kids, joined together for a walk in Norwood to promote autism…
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Prajnanandi on Autism and sensory processing
This is part 2 of a series of videos by Prajnanandi on Autism. Prajnanandi is an autistic order member. This one looks at sensory processing. Tags: Here are key excerpts from our community content guidelines, which are designed to help create a positive environment for everyone: 1. Please be courteous at all times. If you’re engaged…
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With Autism, at Any Age, Never Say “Never” | Psychology Today
This past week was a home run for my autistic son, Nat. He communicated with others independently and effectively on two separate occasions. This is the sort of triumph that may appear small to some, but to my family, this is huge. When Nat finds the words and feels confident about using them, it is…
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To My Child with Autism, I Hope I Can Be Enough for You
My toddler was clinically diagnosed with autism. How do I feel about this new diagnosis? He has always been enough. I hope to be enough for him. I am going to do all I can to be the support he needs and to find all the support he needs. His personality is seriously the best…
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Just Got an Autism Diagnosis; What Do I Do Next? » Scary Symptoms
You just got your official Autism Spectrum Disorder diagnosis. Even though you felt 99% sure you’d get it, you’re now wondering what comes next. Here’s what you should do. No matter how convinced one is that they’re on the Autism Spectrum, getting that formal diagnosis can be an utterly surreal moment! Every Autist is different,…
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Prajnanandi and Autism part 3 – communication and friendship
This is part 3 of a series of videos by Prajnanandi on Autism. Prajnanandi is an autistic order member. This one looks at communication and friendships. Tags: Here are key excerpts from our community content guidelines, which are designed to help create a positive environment for everyone: 1. Please be courteous at all times. If you’re…
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