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3 Lessons Learned From Caregiving For My Autistic Child

Autistic child holding hands with his mothergetty April is Autism Acceptance Month. Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) affects one in 36 children. That is nearly the equivalent of one child per classroom. This number has risen in recent years with increased …

My son has autism. He deserves better than RFK Jr.'s ignorance. Joseph Ball 

I’m the father of a child with autism. My son is smart, curious, and endlessly creative. He loves Pokémon, plays video games with friends, and has a wonderful way of using wordplay for laughs. He thinks on a macroscale about the injustices of the world …

‘The Accountant 2’: Ben Affleck’s Autistic Assassin Is More Fun Than Ever

Ben Affleck’s Christian Wolff is like if A Beautiful Mind’s John Nash moonlit as Batman. In The Accountant 2, autism remains his superpower, granting him the ability to both crunch numbers with extraordinary speed and accuracy and to assassinate bad guys …

At The Movies: Ben Affleck returns as autistic action hero in serviceable The Accountant 2

Ben Affleck (left) and Jon Bernthal in The Accountant 2.PHOTO: WBEI 132 minutes, opens on April 24 ★★★☆☆ The story: Eight years after the events of The Accountant (2016), mob accountant Christian Wolff (Ben Affleck) is living a solitary, nondescript life. …

Detroit mother and daughter release book on autism

A mother’s mission to empower, educate autistic children

Features Joey Bartlett An Hour Ago Devrani Barrios - World Autism Day is celebrated globally on April 2, but for Devrani Barrios, a mother of four and a teacher, it is a daily journey, as two of her children are on the autism spectrum. “Being a mother to …

Low Apgar Score and Higher Risk of Autism Risk: Diffusion Weighted MRI

Low Apgar scores are linked to higher risk of Autism Spectrum Disorder, especially Autism Disorder, suggesting possible hypoxic brain injury at birth SANTA BARBARA, CA, UNITED STATES, April 22, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- “Low Apgar score has …

'Ruby Blooms': UAE launches world's first sensory menstruation guidebook for girls with autism

The world’s first-of-its-kind sensory guidebook for menstruation has been launched in UAE, designed to assist young girls on the autism spectrum in navigating the complexities of periods. Explaining periods can be a challenging task for any parent, but for …

How Lyle Menendez Helped Rosie O'Donnell After Her Child's Autism Diagnosis

Rosie O’Donnell is incredibly grateful for the support she received from Lyle Menéndez after her 12-year-old child, Clay, was diagnosed with autism. “He has helped me a lot. If it wasn’t for him, we wouldn’t have [my child’s service] dog,” O’Donnell …

RFK Jr. is wrong. People with autism can and do lead fulfilling lives

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. stated a recent report’s finding of higher autism diagnoses in children through the years is an “epidemic” due to environmental factors, saying it "destroys families." Author Devyn Giannetti writes that her brother Sean …

BRIGHT NEW BOOK WRITTEN BY NEURO-DIVERGENT 13-YEAR-OLD AND HER MOTHER SHINES LIGHT ON UNIQUE TOPIC

(MENAFN- PR Newswire) Tiffany and Daijah Jackson CHANGE THE WORLD FOR YOU PRESENTS... DINING WITH DAISI'S, MY FIRST FLOW: LET'S GO!!! ROYAL OAK, Mich., April 22, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- For every young girl, the journey toward becoming a young …

Hiltzik: RFK Jr.’s views on autism show that anti-science myths are rampant at the agency he leads

A number of otherwise skeptical senators took at face value the pledge by Robert F. Kennedy Jr. at Senate hearings in January to “follow the science” on issues related to the causes of disease in the U.S., helping him receive confirmation as secretary of …

Unlike RFK Jr., I Don’t Want A Cure For My Son’s Autism

Lucas kissing the author on the cheek.Photo Courtesy Of James Guttman My son’s smile means everything. Lucas is 14, nonverbal and full of joy. He doesn’t use words to express his happiness. It’s written all over his face. His smile is part of his language, …

Why the Autistic Experience at Work Matters

April marks Autism Awareness Month, an observance that elicits varied reactions within the autism community itself. Some embrace the opportunity for visibility, while others question whether "awareness" alone is sufficient. However, given the …

RFK Jr. exaggerates share of autistic population with severe limitations

U.S. Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. attracted notice — and in some quarters, outrage — for remarks about autism, a topic he’s clashed with scientists on for years. Kennedy held an April 16 press conference pegged to a new Centers …

We Are Seeing More Autism, and It’s Mostly Genetic

This transcript has been edited for clarity.  Welcome to Impact Factor, your weekly dose of commentary on a new medical study. I’m Dr F. Perry Wilson from the Yale School of Medicine. The issue I’m discussing this week is bound to be sensitive, so let me …

Kate Swenson to speak on Autism Wednesday in Warren

Photo submitted to the Times Observer Pictured is Kate Swenson, holding a copy of her book, “Autism Out Loud”. Lakeshore Community Services will host two speakers during its Autism Acceptance Day starting at 9 a.m. Wednesday at the Struthers Library …

RFK’s claims about people with autism offer a sinister insight into how Trumpism sees us all

In the recent past, Robert F Kennedy Jr has said that Donald Trump is “a terrible human being” and “probably a sociopath”. But in the US’s new age of irrationalism and chaos, these two men are now of one voice, pursuing a strand of Trumpist politics that …

Ahwatukee author featured at new book festival

East Valley and Scottsdale authors are participating in a new book festival with a mission to raise funds for programs that help individuals with autism.  The Arizona Author Book Festival will be held April 27 at 30 N. 56th St., Phoenix for SEEDS for …

GlobalBiz Outlook Magazine Features Top Companies Leading the Revolution in Cancer Diagnosis and Treatment in 2025

GlobalBiz Outlook’s April edition honors Creatv Bio and other trailblazers revolutionizing cancer diagnosis and treatment across the globe in 2025 SCHAUMBURG, IL, UNITED STATES, April 23, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- GlobalBiz Outlook spotlights …

Clarifying Eligibility Requirements for Medicare Supplement Insurance (Medigap)

HOUMA, LA, UNITED STATES, April 23, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Medicare Supplement Insurance, commonly known as Medigap, plays a key role in bridging the out-of-pocket costs not covered by Original Medicare. While the value of Medigap coverage is …

National Core Indicators® Releases New Report on Aging and Disability Workforce

Report Reveals Promising Trends in Aging and Disability Direct Service Workforce CAMBRIDGE, MA, UNITED STATES, April 23, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- National Core Indicators—Aging & Disabilities (NCI-AD®) has released the 2023 NCI State of …

Omni Interactions Wins 2025 Excellence in Customer Service Award for Outsource Partner of the Year

Omni Interactions secures 3rd consecutive Outsource Partner of the Year award from Business Intelligence Group for its innovative Fractional Workforce Model. DALLAS, TX, UNITED STATES, April 23, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Omni Interactions is …

Longevity Health Clinic Founder Dr. Jason Itri to Share Expertise at Leading Industry Events

CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA, UNITED STATES, April 23, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Dr. Jason Itri, founder of Longevity Health Clinic, is quickly becoming one of the most recognized voices in the field of integrative and longevity medicine. As a board- …

From Vision to Victory: Transcendental Ascends to the Top 3 on 2025 Inc. Regionals List

Transcendental ranks #3 on the 2025 Inc. Regionals list with 1,179% growth—top in Advertising, Marketing & PR in its region! SAN ANTONIO, TX, UNITED STATES, April 23, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Transcendental is excited to announce its #3 …

Revitalize Dermatology & Aesthetics Celebrates Spring with Exciting Happy Hour Event on May 9, 2025

FAYETTEVILLE, NY, UNITED STATES, April 23, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Revitalize Dermatology & Aesthetics is hosting its Spring Happy Hour Event -– an exclusive celebration of skin, self-care, and seasonal renewal on May 9, 2025, from 3:00 PM …

Health Care Professionals Invited to Request Free Copy of 'Please Explain Vaccines to Me: Because I HATE SHOTS!'

New Resource Offers Support for Parents and Children Struggling with Needle Anxiety, Covering Topics Like Shots, Vaccines, Immune System Boosters, and More ANN ARBOR, MI, UNITED STATES, April 23, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Health care …

Compass Furnished Apartments Releases 2024 Compassion Report

Highlighting purpose-driven impact across housing, sustainability, and community support QUINCY, MA, UNITED STATES, April 23, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Compass Furnished Apartments is proud to announce the release of its Annual Compassion Report, which …

Rosary Care Center Celebrates 50 Year Anniversary

Rosary Care Center is celebrating the 50th anniversary of its founding in 1975 on Monday April 28, 2025. SYLVANIA, OH, UNITED STATES, April 23, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Rosary Care Center is celebrating the 50th anniversary of its founding in …

New National Report Unveils the Realities of Urology Compensation in the U.S.

AAPCP and HMS Valuation Partners Release Landmark Study on Call Pay, APP Collaboration, and Workforce Sustainability FORT WAYNE, IN, UNITED STATES, April 23, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A first-of-its-kind collaborative report by the American …

Summit Appliance Unveils New Collection of Commercial Ice Machines Featuring High-Volume Production

Felix Storch, Inc. Expands Its Selection of Commercially Approved Clear Ice Machines With New ENERGY STAR Certified Series BRONX, NY, UNITED STATES, April 23, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A trusted supplier in the manufacturing industry since 1969, Summit …

Brigham Buhler Applauds Landmark FDA Ban on Synthetic Food Dyes, Citing Victory for Wellness Advocates

Brigham Buhler Applauds Landmark FDA Ban on Synthetic Food Dyes, Citing Victory for Wellness Advocates WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, April 23, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Brigham Buhler, CEO of Ways2Well and prominent advocate for preventative …

'Students Are Heroes: A Sickle Cell Warriors Story' Trailer Screening at Annual Sickle Cell Consortium Leadership Summit

NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, April 23, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Music Brings Life, the dynamic non-profit organization dedicated to raising awareness about the importance of blood donations in underrepresented communities, is proud to announce …

ISMRT 2025 Annual Meeting Connects MRI Technologists & Radiographers Beyond Borders

CONCORD, CA, UNITED STATES, April 23, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The International Society for MR Radiographers & Technologists (ISMRT) is proud to host its 2025 Annual Meeting from 9-12 May 2025 in Honolulu, Hawai‘i, in conjunction with the ISMRM …

NS Nanotech Increases the Power of its Solid-State Far-UVC Disinfection Light Source

A 60 percent-plus improvement in ShortWaveLight™ 215 Emitter radiant power opens new pathways for human-safe far-UVC disinfection in occupied spaces ANN ARBOR, MI, UNITED STATES, April 23, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- NS Nanotech announced it has …

DARCO Unveils a New Brand Identity in Celebration of 40 Years of Excellence in Foot and Ankle Care

DARCO, a global leader in foot and ankle care, unveils a new visual design that reflects their dedication to innovation, quality, and patient-centered care. HUNTINGTON, WV, UNITED STATES, April 23, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- DARCO International, …

World Parkinson Coalition® Launches Care Partner Virtual Webinar 

WPC honors Parkinson’s Awareness Month with New 3-panel webinar NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, April 23, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In honor of Parkinson’s Awareness Month, the World Parkinson Coalition (WPC) is holding its WPC Care Partner …

Liveops Recognized as Outsource Partner of the Year by Business Intelligence Group

Award recognizes Liveops’ innovation and excellence in delivering agile, high-impact customer service solutions. SCOTTSDALE, ARIZONA, AZ, UNITED STATES, April 23, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Liveops, the leading provider of hyper-flexible …

The Ritz-Carlton Leadership Center Brings a Culture of Excellence to Life in Immersive Course for Organizations

Two-Day Learning Experience Developed for Organizations Seeking to Create Excellence to be Offered at The Ritz-Carlton, Toronto, on May 22-23, 2025 BETHESDA, MD, UNITED STATES, April 23, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A unique onsite program …