“He can’t have autism; our family has no history!” These words from family members cut me like a knife when my youngest son was diagnosed with autism, and it immediately brought up the age-old question: Is autism hereditary?  My son was just three weeks shy of turning two years old when he was diagnosed, and

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When autistic children are interested in something and talk about it constantly, parents and others wonder if autism and narcissism are linked. Although having a passion and discussing it with others is great, especially when they listen, but would that qualify that individual as a narcissist? It can be daunting when little Johnny or Susie

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in Autism Health and Medical Info by Donnesa McPherson, AAS

This article is going to cover what dyspraxia is, symptoms, and whether or not there is a possible link between dyspraxia and autism spectrum disorders. Although there will be discussion about this condition, it is always recommended to talk to your child’s doctor for information related to dyspraxia and any questions or concerns about your

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in Autism Health and Medical Info by Donnesa McPherson, AAS

There are parents of autistic children who wonder if there is a connection between autism and bedwetting. They have probably noticed that their children have some sleep problems, like: These and other nighttime issues can cause anxiety in both parents and children. This article is going to discuss whether there is a connection between autism

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in Autism Health and Medical Info by Donnesa McPherson, AAS

The neurodiverse world is surrounded by different stigmas, ADHD with high IQ is a topic discussed. The discussions are whether there is a connection, how does masking affect this, and are all people diagnosed with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) geniuses, and many others. In this article, the goal will be to help dispel some

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in Autism Health and Medical Info by Donnesa McPherson, AAS