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Hero Golden Retriever Rescues Missing Autistic Child

Nick Romano — Sun, 08 Jul 2012 23:00:22 +0000

The parents of 5-year-old Scotty Meyer, who suffers from autism, were fear stricken when they realized their son had disappeared. The family officially reported him missing midday last Tuesday, convinced that he had slipped out of the house while their air conditioning was being repaired. Fortunately, he was found the next morning thanks to the help of one furry little guy on four legs — an 8-year-old Golden Retriever named Autumn.

Autistic Kids Get a Special Meeting with 'Sensitive Santa' [VIDEO]

Shauna Wright — Wed, 07 Dec 2011 13:00:58 +0000

The bright lights, loud music and long lines can often keep autistic kids from engaging in a holiday ritual many children enjoy: an annual visit with Santa.

So one mall opened early last Sunday morning for some low-key “sensitive Santa” time.

Study Finds Autistic Kids Have Too Many Brain Cells — Health Check

Shauna Wright — Thu, 10 Nov 2011 03:00:34 +0000

New research finds autistic children’s brains have far more neurons in the prefrontal cortex than those of kids who don’t have the disease. Study author Eric Courchesne, a professor of neurosciences at the University of California’s San Diego School of Medicine and director of the Autism Center of Excellence, said, “For the first time, we [...]

Burgers For Aspergers In Lindale

Lisa Thomas — Wed, 13 Jul 2011 21:03:08 +0000

Hot! Sweaty! Cranky! Tired! Yuk! We'll get through this right? You may or may not know, my sweet son was born with a brain tumor that caused some developmental delays when he was born. He started to display some behavioral problems early this year and is on the Autism Spectrum. Grrrr. Oh well, he is such a joy and mine!! I love him! I wanted to let you know about a great event coming up next weekend that is spearheaded by the 17 year old sister of a girl who has Asperger's. Check out what her mom says after the jump.