Brain Scan May Predict If Infants Will Be Diagnosed with Autism
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New research shows that differences in a baby’s brain activity patterns at 6 months of age may predict which children will go on to have autism at age 2.
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When Treating Autism, Awareness of Comorbidities, Patient Sensitivities Is Critical
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For comprehensive quality care for patients with autism, pediatricians should have a basic understanding of autism’s comorbidities as well as an understanding of their patients’ individual sensitivities.
With Support, Community Doctors Could Detect Adults with Autism
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Research shows community-based doctors can effectively diagnose autism in adults.
CHOP and Mt. Sinai Hospital Expand Partnership to Include Autism Research
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First joint research symposium between CHOP’s Center for Autism Research and Mt. Sinai’s Seaver Autism Center “exceeds expectations.”
1 in 3 Teens with Autism Spectrum Disorder Receives Driver’s License
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This first large-scale study on driving outcomes among adolescents with autism spectrum disorder suggests families’ decision to drive occurs before learner’s permit.
8th Annual Huddle Up for Autism Raises More than $50K for Center for Autism Research at CHOP
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The family-friendly event featured special appearances by Eagles players and cheerleaders, live entertainment, games and exclusive locker room tours.
A Team Effort
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A recent $1 million donation from the Eagles Charitable Foundation will support autism research and programs at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia.
Measurements in Baby’s First Year May Point to Autism Risk
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A new study shows that early brain development biomarkers may make it possible to predict in the first year of life whether some infants will develop autism.
Characterizing Cognitive Capabilities in Models of Neurologic Disease
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Researchers at CHOP are using novel approaches to watch cognition occurring in real time to help them devise new treatments for conditions such as epilepsy, psychiatric disease and autism.
Trusted Resources and Information about Autism
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The Autism Roadmap is a comprehensive, one-stop website to help families find accurate, up-to-date information about autism spectrum disorder (ASD).