Posts Tagged: Autism Spectrum Disorder

PSYCHOLOGY WEBSITE OF THE WEEK — National Institute of Health (NIH): AUTISM SPECTRUM DISORDER (ASD)

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PSYCHOLOGY WEBSITE OF THE WEEK   National Institute of Health (NIH):       AUTISM SPECTRUM DISORDER (ASD) URL https://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/topics/autism-spectrum-disorders-asd/index.shtml?utm_source=rss_readersutm_medium=rssutm_campaign=rss_full TIny URL:   https://tinyurl.com/jflut72   DESCRIPTION This is the definitive NIH site that provides up to date information on Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD).  The site provides information regarding the definition, risk factors, treatment and therapies.  It also provides information… Read more »

Psychology Update — Early Treatment for Autism Is Critical, New Report Says

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TITLE Early Treatment for Autism Is Critical, New Report Says DESCRIPTION The article highlights the results and recommendations of a significant “new clinical report on autism” which now is classified as autism spectrum disorder, or A.S.D. “The salient diagnostic characteristics of A.S.D. are persistent problems with social communication, including problems with conversation, with nonverbal communication… Read more »

PSYCHOLOGY UPDATE — 3 ARTICLES ON AUTISTIC SPECTRUM DISORDER (ASD)

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3 ARTICLES ON AUTISTIC SPECTRUM DISORDER (ASD)       TITLE ARTICLE #1 Doctors May Now Be Able To Predict Autism Before Age One   DESCRIPTION Can autism be detected early?  This has been the goal of research in the further understanding of the disorder and developing possible preventive treatments.   
“Using magnetic resonance imaging (MRIs),… Read more »

Psychology Update — 3 Articles Regarding the Senses: Vision, Hearing & Vestibular, and Touch

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3 Articles Regarding the Senses:  Vision, Hearing & Vestibular, and Touch Article #1 From Vertigo to Tinnitus, Ear Ailments Are New Focus for Drugs   DESCRIPTION This article is found in the business section of the New York Times rather than the health or science sections.  It focuses on pharmaceutical research companies that are only… Read more »