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Brain Synapses of Children with Autism
Children with autism have too many “junction boxes” in their brains, a studyhas found. The surplus synapses – places where neurons connect and communicate – are due to a lack of “pruning” that normally occurs early in life. In mice with autistic traits, scientists were able to restore synaptic pruning and reduce symptoms with a drug used to suppress the immune systems of transplant patients. The drug, rapamycin, has side effects that make it unsuitable as …
The One Skill That Will Help You Live Your Best Life
The weak can never forgive. Forgiveness is the attribute of the strong. – Gandhi Whats the worst thing anyone has ever done to you? Have you forgiven them yet? Weve all had painful experiences that leave us feeling confused, angry and hurt – sometimes for years or a lifetime.Yes, its hard to forgive, but it might actually be harder not to: ongoing Stanford studies show a link between health and forgiveness. Grudge-holders tend …
Oral Issues with Children with Autism
Does your child have oral issues that relate to his autism?
The Studying Struggle for a Child with Autism
When my child was in third grade, we discovered a school issue. In third grade, my sons class began to have chapter tests. These tests covered a lot of materialan entire chapter of material. My son needed to study for a week to be ready to take a comprehensive test. This was a big change for him. Our son has struggled with this issue on and off since third grade.
Talking with Your Children about Sandy Hook
It has been a horrible few days since the shooting of our precious children and adults in Newtown, Connecticut. Every television station, every paper and just about everybody is talking about this act of evil.