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   <title>About.com Autism: Most Popular Articles</title>
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         <title><![CDATA[Symptoms of Autism]]></title>
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         <description><![CDATA[Autistic people may have a range of symptoms, including physical, intellectual, psychological and emotional differences.  ]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[What Causes Autism?]]></title>
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         <description><![CDATA[This question haunts parents and creates tremendous anxiety. There are no definitive answers at this point.  But there are a number of good possibilities.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Early Signs of Autism]]></title>
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         <description><![CDATA[With so many headlines about autism, many parents are worried about their child's development.  How do you know whether a delay or difference is really significant?  How do you decide whether your child should see a professional?  Here are some of the red flag symptoms to look for.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Is It Asperger  Syndrome?]]></title>
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         <description><![CDATA[What is Asperger syndrome? Asperger syndrome is a high functioning form of autism.  Could you or someone you love be diagnosable with Asperger syndrome?]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[High Functioning Autism]]></title>
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         <description><![CDATA[The term &quot;high functioning autism&quot; is often used to describe individuals who are clearly autistic but have significant verbal, academic, social and life skills. What does it mean to have high functioning autism?]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Adults &amp; Asperger Syndrome]]></title>
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         <description><![CDATA[Asperger syndrome, a very high functioning form of autism, may not be diagnosed until adulthood. Could you or an adult in your life have Asperger syndrome? How can you find out? What should you do next?]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[What Is Autism?]]></title>
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         <description><![CDATA[Autism is a complex set of disorders that are suddenly being diagnosed in epidemic proportions. What exactly is autism, who does it strike, and what do autistic people have in common? ]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Treatments for Autism]]></title>
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         <description><![CDATA[There are dozens of available treatments for autism, and many come highly recommended by doctors, therapists and parents. But how does one autism treatment differ from another? Which autism treatments are the most effective?  Which is the right treatment for you or your child with autism? Explore treatments for autism and learn about your options.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Diagnosis: Asperger Syndrome]]></title>
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         <description><![CDATA[Could you or someone you love have Asperger Syndrome? How would you find out? Learn how experts diagnose Asperger Syndrome in adults.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Why Diagnose Adult Aspergers?]]></title>
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         <description><![CDATA[Asperger Syndrome (AS) is neither life-threatening nor is it curable. So why bother seeking a diagnosis if you're already an adult? Here are ten good reasons why adults might choose to seek an Asperger Syndrome diagnosis.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Do Vaccines Cause Autism?]]></title>
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         <description><![CDATA[Do vaccines cause autism? The debate rages - and there is no agreement about whether vaccines might cause autism.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[How Is Autism Diagnosed?]]></title>
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         <description><![CDATA[The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, 4th edition (DSM-IV) is the medical text which defines how a disorder should be diagnosed.  In it, Autistic Spectrum Disorders are defined by six characteristics.  Your practitioner or evaluation team should use the DSM-IV definitions to diagnose you or your child.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Start a GFCF Diet for Autism]]></title>
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         <description><![CDATA[Many practitioners recommend a gluten (wheat) and casein (dairy) free diet for children with autism. But in the USA, wheat and dairy are everywhere! An expert shares tips on starting and managing a GFCF diet for children with autism.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Picture Exchange &amp; Autism]]></title>
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         <description><![CDATA[PECS (Picture Exchange Communication System) is commonly used to communicate with pre-verbal autistic children and adults.  What is the Picture Exchange Communication System - and how does it help people with autism to communicate?]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Pictures for PECS, Teaching]]></title>
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         <description><![CDATA[Are you using pictures to communicate with a person on the autism spectrum?  Whether you're working with a PECS (Picture Exchange Card System) consultant, creating visual schedules, or using pictures to plan special events, you'll need great images.  Here are some great resources!]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Aspergers:Diagnostic Criteria]]></title>
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         <description><![CDATA[What are the diagnostic criteria for Asperger syndrome? Here are the specific criteria as laid out in the official DSM-IV-TR diagnostic manual.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Autistic Child&#039;s Behavior]]></title>
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         <description><![CDATA[Your child with autism won't sit down for dinner.  Insists on climbing the entertainment center.  Loses control at the grocery store.  Here are hints and tips for understanding and managing your autistic child's behavior.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Screen, Diagnose Autism]]></title>
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         <description><![CDATA[How do professionals screen for and diagnose autism? ]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Top Treatments for  Autism]]></title>
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         <description><![CDATA[Which are the best treatments for autism? While that's an open question, these are some of the most popular and effective treatments for autism.  Of course, there is no hard and fast rule about which is &quot;best,&quot; nor is there any law against mixing and matching techniques.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Detecting Signs of Autism]]></title>
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         <description><![CDATA[What are the first signs of autism?  Should you be concerned?  What are the best ways to share your concerns with your doctor?  And how do you start seeking a diagnosis for autism?]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Common Features of  Autism]]></title>
         <link>http://autism.about.com/od/autismbasicsfaqs/f/incommon.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[The autism spectrum includes an incredibly wide range of people, with an amazingly broad range of abilities and challanges. So, what do all autistic people have in common?]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Is Autism Genetic?]]></title>
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         <description><![CDATA[Is autism genetic? Twins are very likely to share autistic traits.  While these facts suggest that autism is genetic, there's more to the story.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[The MMR and Autism]]></title>
         <link>http://autism.about.com/od/causesofautism/a/MMRVaccine.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Does the MMR (Mumps-Measles-Rubella) vaccine cause autism?  This question, first raised in 1998, continues to cause controversy in the autism community.  What does the research say?]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Best Autistic Traits]]></title>
         <link>http://autism.about.com/od/inspirationideas/tp/besttraits.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[There's plenty written about the deficits of people on the autism spectrum.  It's time to celebrate some of the best qualities of folks with autism.  Here are ten top strengths of people living on the spectrum.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Behavior Specialist Basics]]></title>
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         <description><![CDATA[When a person with autism displays challenging or violent behaviors, a behavior specialist may be recommended. What is a behavior specialist, what do they do, and where do you find one? Get the basics.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Occupational Therapy &amp; Autism]]></title>
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         <description><![CDATA[What is occupational therapy, and how is it helpful to people with autism? This overview article covers the basics.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Social Skills Training Basics]]></title>
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         <description><![CDATA[Social Skills training is often offered to children and adults on the autism spectrum.  Do you need a therapist to teach social skills to your child with autism?  Get the facts in this quick overview.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Educational Options]]></title>
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         <description><![CDATA[How should autistic children be educated?  There are many different opinions on the topic.  This overview presents the options, along with a quick look at their pros and cons.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[ABA and Autism]]></title>
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         <description><![CDATA[Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA) is one of the oldest and most widely used treatments for autism.  What is it?  How does it work?  Is ABA the right therapy for your child with autism?]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Researching Causes of Autism]]></title>
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         <description><![CDATA[What causes autism?  Recent research has turned up new information about genetics, brain structure, environmental issues and more.  As scientists build consensus, they are closing in on possible causes and cures for autism.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Autism Myths]]></title>
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         <description><![CDATA[If you're new to the autism spectrum, you may have built your picture of autism from media stories.  But it's important not to believe everything you see or hear!  ]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Speech Therapy &amp; Autism]]></title>
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         <description><![CDATA[Speech therapy is almost always a must for people with autism.  What is a speech therapist? How do speech therapists work with people on the autism spectrum? How do you find a speech therapist?]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Autism Education and Inclusion]]></title>
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         <description><![CDATA[Inclusion classes are becoming more and more a part of autism education. What does it mean when you're told your child with autism will be part of an inclusion class? Is this autism education trend a good thing? &#10;&#10;]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Autism and GI Issues]]></title>
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         <description><![CDATA[Yes, there is a connection between gastrointestinal problems (constipation and diarrhea) and autism. But what causes that connection is still unclear.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Play Therapy and Autism]]></title>
         <link>http://autism.about.com/od/autismtherapy101/a/playbasics.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[What is play therapy?  Why is it used as a therapy for children with autism? Get the basics!]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[What Is PDD-NOS?]]></title>
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         <description><![CDATA[Often, children with social and communication delays are diagnosed with something called PDD-NOS - pervasive developmental disorder not otherwise specified. What exactly is PDD-NOS?]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[ASD Diagnosed at Birth?]]></title>
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         <description><![CDATA[A new research study at Yale University Medical School suggests that placental abnormalities may point to genetic differences leading to autism spectrum disorders.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[What Is a DAN! Doctor?]]></title>
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         <description><![CDATA[Defeat Autism Now (DAN!) Doctors are trained in a biomedical approach to autism treatment.  Learn more about the &quot;DAN! protocol,&quot; training, and techniques.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Aiming for &quot;Normal?&quot;]]></title>
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         <description><![CDATA[As youngsters with Aspergers approach their teen years, the pressure to &quot;act normal&quot; increases.  How far should a parent push their child with Asperger's to &quot;act more normal?&quot;  Kate Goldfield, a young adult on the autism spectrum, offers ideas and insights.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Spouse with Asperger Syndrome]]></title>
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         <description><![CDATA[Marriage to a spouse with Asperger syndrome is challenging.  It's hard to know whether behaviors that appear rude or thoughtless are really part of the disorder -- and it's tough to know how to respond.  Drs. Bob Naseef and Cindy Ariel take on this complex issue.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Wheat or Dairy Cause Autism?]]></title>
         <link>http://autism.about.com/od/causesofautism/a/dietcause.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Can wheat (gluten) or dairy (cassein), or a combination of both, actually cause autism? Review the evidence.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Risk Factors for Autism]]></title>
         <link>http://autism.about.com/od/autismbasicsfaqs/f/riskofautism.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[What are some of the risk factors for autism?]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Screening for Autism]]></title>
         <link>http://autism.about.com/od/diagnosingautisminkids/f/screenautism.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[How do doctors screen children for autism spectrum disorders?]]></description>
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         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
         <dc:date>Sun, 07 Sep 2008 10:33:27</dc:date>
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         <title><![CDATA[Sensory Integration &amp; Autism]]></title>
         <link>http://autism.about.com/od/treatmentoptions/a/allaboutsi.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[What is Sensory Integration Therapy and how can it help children with autism?]]></description>
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         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
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         <title><![CDATA[Is Autism on the Rise?]]></title>
         <link>http://autism.about.com/od/causesofautism/p/ontherise.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Since the early 1990's, diagnoses of autism have risen dramatically.  But is there a true epidemic -- or just more diagnoses?]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[SPD and Autism]]></title>
         <link>http://autism.about.com/od/treatmentoptions/a/whatisspd.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[What is Sensory Processing Disorder(SPD), and what is its connection with autism spectrum disorders?]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Who Diagnoses Autism?]]></title>
         <link>http://autism.about.com/od/medicalissuesandautis1/a/whodxasd.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Who should diagnose autism spectrum disorders? What is an autism specialist? Find the right doctor or team to evaluate and diagnose autism.]]></description>
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         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
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         <title><![CDATA[RDI and Autism]]></title>
         <link>http://autism.about.com/od/treatmentoptions/a/RDI.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Relationship Development Intervention (RDI)is a relatively new approach to autism treatment.  Developed by Dr. Steven Gutstein, its claim is that it addresses &quot;core deficits&quot; to vastly improve social/communication skills and flexible thinking.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Autism Information You Need]]></title>
         <link>http://autism.about.com/od/whatisautism/tp/topfacts.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Autism is a complex topic - but what are the MOST important things to know about autism? This quick top 10 article includes the most imortant autism facts, plus links to learn more. Share it with your mom, your child's teacher, or anyone else who asks &quot;What is autism, anyway?&quot;]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[ABA Defined]]></title>
         <link>http://autism.about.com/od/treatmentoptions/f/WhatisABA.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA) is probably the best-known and best-researched treatment available for autism spectrum disorders.  Dr. Ivar Lovaas is the developer of ABA.  Discrete Trials describes the method by which practitioners use ABA.  Want to know more?  Researchers at the Lovaas Institute explain the terms and their meaning.&#10;&#10;]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Special Education for Autism]]></title>
         <link>http://autism.about.com/od/schoolandsummer/f/goodedsetting.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[What is a good special educational setting for a child with autism? There's no &quot;one size fits all&quot; answer, but there are issues to keep in mind.]]></description>
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         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
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         <title><![CDATA[Signs of Autism in Children]]></title>
         <link>http://autism.about.com/od/diagnosingautisminkids/f/autismdxkids.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Autism spectrum disorders are on the rise.  How can you tell if your child may have an autism spectrum disorder?  Here are the signs of autism in children.]]></description>
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         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
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         <title><![CDATA[Parenting an Adult Child]]></title>
         <link>http://autism.about.com/od/aspergerssyndrome/f/parentfears.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Asperger Syndrome doesn't disappear when a child grows up.  But adults with Aspergers are...adults.  How can (or should) a parent intervene when an adult child with Aspergers seems to be headed for trouble? Kate Goldfield, a young adult with Asperger Syndrome, offers insights and ideas.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Social Thinking &amp; Autism]]></title>
         <link>http://autism.about.com/od/improvingsocialskills/a/socialthinking.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Children with high functioning autism and Asperger syndrome look like anyone else - until they get into a social situation. It's then that their differences become serious challenges. How do you teach children to interact in a social situation?]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[What Is Asperger Syndrome?]]></title>
         <link>http://autism.about.com/od/whatisautism/g/Aspergerdef.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[What is Asperger Syndrome?  Here's a quick definition!]]></description>
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         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
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         <title><![CDATA[Echo Speech and Video Talk]]></title>
         <link>http://autism.about.com/od/childrenandautism/f/echolalia.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[If you're the parent of a verbal child diagnosed with autism, you may have heard your child repeat bits and pieces from videos or other sources. This type of communication is called &quot;echolalia.&quot; It's a unique form of speech - and though it's thought of as a &quot;symptom,&quot; it can also be a great place to start working with your child.]]></description>
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         <dc:date>Sun, 07 Sep 2008 10:33:27</dc:date>
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         <title><![CDATA[Developmental Pediatrics]]></title>
         <link>http://autism.about.com/od/autismtherapy101/a/devpediatrics.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[If you have a child who is or may be diagnosable on the autism spectrum, you may be referred to a &quot;developmental pediatrician.&quot;  Learn more about these autism specialists: who they are, what they do, and how they can help your child with autism.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Additional Symptoms of Autism]]></title>
         <link>http://autism.about.com/od/whatisautism/tp/Additional-Symptoms-of-Autism.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Autism is usually described as a social/communication disorder. Yet virtually everyone on the autism spectrum has symptoms NOT described in the diagnostic literature.  Learn about some of the additional symptoms of autism - symptoms that are rarely mentioned in the media.]]></description>
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         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
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         <title><![CDATA[Autism Overview]]></title>
         <link>http://autism.about.com/od/whatisautism/a/autismoverview.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[What is autism?  What causes autism?  How is autism treated?  This fact sheet from the National Institutes of Health provides a clear and readable overview.]]></description>
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         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
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         <title><![CDATA[Drugs Used to Treat Autism]]></title>
         <link>http://autism.about.com/od/treatmentoptions/p/drugtreatments.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[While no drug has yet been developed to directly treat or cure autism, many treat symptoms associated with autism.  Are any right for you or your child with an autism spectrum disorder?]]></description>
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         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
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         <title><![CDATA[GFCF Diets and Autism]]></title>
         <link>http://autism.about.com/od/alternativetreatmens/p/gfcfhub.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[The Gluten Free Cassein Free (GFCF)diet involves eating no wheat or dairy. It's a tough diet to follow, but some autism professionals and many parents feel it has a tremendous positive impact. What are the potential plusses and minuses of the GFCF diet for children with autism?]]></description>
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         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
         <dc:date>Sun, 07 Sep 2008 10:33:27</dc:date>
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         <title><![CDATA[Motivating Autistic Children]]></title>
         <link>http://autism.about.com/od/alllaboutaba/f/abareinforcer.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Behavioral therapy (typically Applied Behavioral Analysis) is a very popular treatment for autism. Success depends on the child's desire to take part in the treatment. How do therapists motivate children with autism to engage in behavioral treatment?]]></description>
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         <dc:date>Sun, 07 Sep 2008 10:33:27</dc:date>
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         <title><![CDATA[Autism &amp; Emotions: How to Help]]></title>
         <link>http://autism.about.com/od/childrenandautism/f/meltdowns.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Children with autism have strong emotions, and it can be tough for them to know how to let out their feelings appropriately. Psychologists Dr. Robert Naseef and Dr. Cindy Ariel explain why emotions run so high for children with autism, and offer tips for helping your child manage strong feelings.]]></description>
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         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
         <dc:date>Sun, 07 Sep 2008 10:33:27</dc:date>
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         <title><![CDATA[Biomed &amp; Autism: Q&amp;A]]></title>
         <link>http://autism.about.com/od/treatmentoptions/a/DANQandA.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[The Autism Research Institute (ARI) was created by Dr. Bernard Rimland, one of the pioneers in autism treatment.  Dr. Rimland was also one of the creators of the controversial DAN (Defeat Autism Now) protocol.  In this Q&amp;A, ARI staff respond to questions and concerns about their  treatment approach for autism spectrum disorders.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[How to Get Great ABA Therapy]]></title>
         <link>http://autism.about.com/od/alllaboutaba/ss/abachoice.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Most doctors and many schools recommend behavioral therapy for children with autism. But not all behavioral therapists are created equal. How can you tell whether a therapist is doing a good job, and how can you improve the situation if they're not?]]></description>
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         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
         <dc:date>Sun, 07 Sep 2008 10:33:27</dc:date>
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         <title><![CDATA[Snappy Answers]]></title>
         <link>http://autism.about.com/od/inspirationideas/tp/snappy.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[If you have a child on the autism spectrum then you hear those annoying comments every day.  He can't be autistic because...  If you'd only provide more structure she'd be fine...  Here are some snappy comebacks to some of the most common remarks!]]></description>
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         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
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         <title><![CDATA[Book Review: &quot;Rules&quot;]]></title>
         <link>http://autism.about.com/od/booksaboutautism/gr/rules.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Rules is a novel for 9-12 year olds written by Cynthia Lord, who happens to be the mom of a child on the autism spectrum. Rules won a Newbery Honor Award, and it certainly deserved it. ]]></description>
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         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
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         <title><![CDATA[Autism Websites]]></title>
         <link>http://autism.about.com/od/whatisautism/tp/topten.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[There's an incredible glut of information about autism available on the web.  Some is outstanding; some is ... not so outstanding.  These top ten sites are reliable resources that offer solid information, useful advice, and fascinating insights into the world of autism.]]></description>
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         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
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         <title><![CDATA[Sensory Integration Methods]]></title>
         <link>http://autism.about.com/od/treatmentoptions/f/sitherapydoes.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[What do sensory integration therapists do for children with autism? Learn about evaluation techniques, therapies, and outcomes.]]></description>
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         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
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         <title><![CDATA[Autism: A Plus at Work]]></title>
         <link>http://autism.about.com/od/transitioncollegejobs/p/autismskills.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Passion.  An eye for detail.  Photographic recall.  A lack of interest in office politics.  All of these are traits of autism -- and all are plusses in many careers.]]></description>
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         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
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         <title><![CDATA[Sex Education for Autism Teens]]></title>
         <link>http://autism.about.com/od/transitioncollegejobs/f/sexed.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Sexuality is a tough topic with any teen. For children and teens on the autism spectrum, sex education is even more complex. How do you teach someone with social and communications challenges about such a difficult and socially complicated topic?]]></description>
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         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
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         <title><![CDATA[After the Autism Diagnosis]]></title>
         <link>http://autism.about.com/od/whatisautism/ss/afterdiagnosis.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[An autism spectrum diagnosis can be devastating.  Here's a step-by-step guide to helping your child and yourself.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Autism and the Brain]]></title>
         <link>http://autism.about.com/od/causesofautism/a/AutismBrain.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Are the brains of people with autism different? Research suggests that the brains of people with autism have both structural and chemical differences.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Treating Adults with Aspergers]]></title>
         <link>http://autism.about.com/od/adultsaspergersyndrom1/f/treatadultas.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[What happens after an adult is diagnosed with Asperger syndrome? What treatments are available and what do they do?]]></description>
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         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
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         <title><![CDATA[Infant Diagnosis of Autism]]></title>
         <link>http://autism.about.com/od/medicalissuesandautis1/a/teitelbaum.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Is it really possible to diagnose autism in infants? Philip and Osnat Teitelbaum believe the answer is yes, and they've written a book to promote their research. Find out more about their theories and research.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Private School &amp; Autism]]></title>
         <link>http://autism.about.com/od/summerandautism/a/privateschools.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[What are the pros and cons of private school for children with autism? Find out what the options are, and decide whether private school is a good possibility for your child on the autism spectrum.]]></description>
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         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
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         <title><![CDATA[Social Stories and Autism]]></title>
         <link>http://autism.about.com/od/treatmentoptions/f/socialstorydef.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Social Stories were developed by therapist Carol Gray to help people with autism to build social skills. What are social stories? How do they help people with autism to develop social skills?]]></description>
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         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
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         <title><![CDATA[Developmental Therapy for ASD]]></title>
         <link>http://autism.about.com/od/treatmentoptions/a/devtherapies.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Developmental therapies for Autism Spectrum Disorders work on autism's &quot;core deficits&quot; including problems with social and communication skills.  They are tailored to the individual child, and are very often administered by parents.  Floortime, RDI and Son-Rise are the top developmental therapies for autism.  Learn more about developmental therapy and the different approaches.  Are these techniques for you?]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Autism and Adolescence]]></title>
         <link>http://autism.about.com/od/familyissuesandautism/f/pubertyfaq.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Puberty is a tough time for everyone.  It can be even tougher for an autistic child -- and perhaps toughest for the parent of an autistic child!  Drs. Bob Naseef and Cindy Ariel offer insights into how to help your autistic child manage the ups and downs of adolescence.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[A Definition of Autism]]></title>
         <link>http://autism.about.com/od/autismterms/f/defautism.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Here is a basic definition of autism and autism spectrum disorders.]]></description>
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         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
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         <title><![CDATA[Toilet Train Child with Autism]]></title>
         <link>http://autism.about.com/od/childrenandautism/ss/toilettrain_3.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[An expert shares a step-by-step method to toilet train children with autism.]]></description>
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         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
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         <title><![CDATA[Mainstreaming and Autism]]></title>
         <link>http://autism.about.com/od/termsanddefinitions/f/mainstreamdef.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[What does it mean to &quot;mainstream&quot; a child with autism? Is mainstreaming a good idea?]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Autistic Support Classes]]></title>
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         <description><![CDATA[The school has suggested that my child would do well in an autistic support classroom. What is an autistic support classroom, and is it a good idea?]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Public Autism Education]]></title>
         <link>http://autism.about.com/od/schoolandsummer/a/pubschoolprocon.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Most children with autism attend public school, but not every school provides good quality autism education. Is public school the right choice for your family?  Learn more about the pros and cons of public school for children with autism.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Autism and School Overview]]></title>
         <link>http://autism.about.com/od/schoolandsummer/bb/readfirsted.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[It's never easy to manage autism and school.  There are plenty of options, but each has its pros and cons. And the &quot;best&quot; choice may not be available. Before you make any decisions, check out these articles.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Refrigerator Mothers]]></title>
         <link>http://autism.about.com/od/causesofautism/p/refrigerator.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[It was only a few decades ago that mothers were blamed for their children's autism.  Labelled &quot;refrigerator mothers,&quot; they were told that their cold mothering syle had traumatized their infants.  Read more about this debunked theory.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Best Treatment for Autism?]]></title>
         <link>http://autism.about.com/od/treatmentoptions/f/besttreatment.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[What's the best treatment for autism? Here's a quick answer to a troubling question, along with links to much more information.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Explaining Asperger Syndrome]]></title>
         <link>http://autism.about.com/od/aspergerssyndrome/a/AStellornot.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Asperger syndrome is invisible, at least some of the time. At other times, though, symptoms rise to the surface. When should parents tell their children that they have Asperger syndrome? When and how should parents explain Asperger syndrome to other adults?]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Preschool and Autism]]></title>
         <link>http://autism.about.com/od/childrenandautism/a/preschoolhub.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Should a child with autism go to preschool? Or is home the best place for a child on the autism spectrum? What kinds of preschools best serve children on the autism spectrum? ]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Helping Autistic Teen Be Cool]]></title>
         <link>http://autism.about.com/od/transitioncollegejobs/f/coolteen.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[A teen with an autism spectrum disorder is still a teen. For many, that means feeling the pressure to be cool. How can a parent help his child on the autism spectrum feel &quot;cool?&quot;  Here is advice and insight from Drs. Cindy Ariel and Robert Naseef, both family psychologists specializing in families with special needs.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Physical Therapy and Autism]]></title>
         <link>http://autism.about.com/od/autismtherapy101/a/PTbasics.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[What does physical therapy have to do with autism?  How can a person with autism benefit from physical therapy?  Check out this quick overview on physical therapy and autism.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Can ABA Treat All Autistics?]]></title>
         <link>http://autism.about.com/od/alllaboutaba/f/toohiforaba.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Applied Behavioral Analysis is often recommended for children who are more profoundly disabled, and/or non-verbal.  Parents of higher-functioning autistic children are told that their child is &quot;too functional&quot; for ABA.  In fact, say the professionals at the Lovaas Institute, ABA is helpful for autistic people at all levels.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Review: Model Me Kids Videos]]></title>
         <link>http://autism.about.com/od/autismproductsguide/gr/modelmekids.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[&quot;Model Me Kids&quot; videos were created to teach social skills to children with autism spectrum disorders. These highly produced teaching tools are intended for parents, teachers and therapists to address needs in a variety of settings.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Hyperbaric Oxygen for Autism]]></title>
         <link>http://autism.about.com/od/alternativetreatmens/f/hbotfaq.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT) is a new treatment for autism which is in the very earliest stages of research. What is HBOT for autism?  How effective is HBOT in treating autism?]]></description>
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         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
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         <title><![CDATA[Special Diets for Autism?]]></title>
         <link>http://autism.about.com/od/alternativetreatmens/a/GFCFaltview.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[While mainstream doctors are unlikely to recommend special diets for children with autism, alternative doctors and practitioners may suggest gluten free, cassein free and other restricted diets. Find out why.]]></description>
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         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
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         <title><![CDATA[PDD-NOS]]></title>
         <link>http://autism.about.com/od/whatisautism/g/PDDNOSdef.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[What is Pervasive Developmental Disorder Not Otherwise Specified (PDD-NOS)?]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Are Autism Treatments Working?]]></title>
         <link>http://autism.about.com/od/treatmentoptions/p/assesstreatment.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[You have tried six different treatments for autism. Your child is improving, but which treatment made the difference? Here are some tips for evaluating which treatments are really working for your child with autism.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Health Insurance for Autism]]></title>
         <link>http://autism.about.com/od/financialresources/ht/insurancetips.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Will your health insurance cover the cost of treatments for autism? Often the answer is yes - even when it appears to be no. Here are some tricks of the health insurance industry that may lower your costs]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Impact of Early Intervention]]></title>
         <link>http://autism.about.com/od/childrenandautism/a/EIImportant.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Early, intensive intervention for children with autism is general considered to be critically important. But what does the research really tell us?]]></description>
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         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
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         <title><![CDATA[ABA in the Real World]]></title>
         <link>http://autism.about.com/od/alllaboutaba/a/naturalABA.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[If your child's Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy involves nothing but sitting at a table working for goldfish crackers and M&amp;M's, it's time to make a change.]]></description>
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         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
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         <title><![CDATA[What Is Floortime?]]></title>
         <link>http://autism.about.com/od/developmentaltreatments/a/floortimeplay.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Floortime, a form of therapeutic play, is the central feature of the  DIR (Developmental, Individual-Difference, Relationship-Based)therapeutic approach developed by Stanley Greenspan and Serena Weider. Read Dr. Greenspan's answer to the question &quot;what makes floortime play different from ordinary play?&quot;]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Will Next Child Be Autistic?]]></title>
         <link>http://autism.about.com/od/medicalissuesandautism/f/geneticsfaq.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Research shows that genetics play an important role in autism.  If you already have one child with autism, how likely is it that your next child will be autistic too?]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Floortime, Fun &amp; Autism]]></title>
         <link>http://autism.about.com/od/treatmentoptions/a/floortimefun.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Floortime, a form of therapeutic play, is a well-regarded treatment for children with autism. Here are some hints and tips for having fun while helping your child with autism!]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Help: Picky Eaters with Autism]]></title>
         <link>http://autism.about.com/od/childrenandautism/ss/howtofeed.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[What does it take to get a child with autism to eat more than one or two favored items? Here's a step-by-step guide for parents of autistic children.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Anxiety and Aspergers]]></title>
         <link>http://autism.about.com/od/aspergerssyndrome/a/moodsasperger.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[The diagnostic criteria for Asperger syndrome do not include anxiety or depression. But experts say that people with Asperger syndrome have a greater than average chance of developing mood disorders.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Autism and Divorce]]></title>
         <link>http://autism.about.com/od/copingwithautism/f/divorce.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Divorce is always toughest on children.  When one of the children is autistic, though, there's an added burden.  How can parents help an autistic child manage the many changes in his life?  How can they help him to communicate and cope with his feelings?  Drs. Bob Naseef and Cindy Ariel offer insights into managing a difficulty transition.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Should We Have Another Child?]]></title>
         <link>http://autism.about.com/od/copingwithautism/f/secondchild.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Should parents of a child with autism have more children? What is the risk of having another child with autism? Drs. Robert Naseef and Cindy Ariel discuss the implications of parents of a child with autism having more children.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[What Is Fragile X Syndrome?]]></title>
         <link>http://autism.about.com/od/autismterms/g/fragilexdef.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Fragile X Syndrome is an inherited disorder on the autism spectrum.]]></description>
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         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
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         <title><![CDATA[Can ABA Cure Autism?]]></title>
         <link>http://autism.about.com/od/alllaboutaba/f/ABAcure.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Personal memoirs suggest that intensive ABA (Applied Behavioral Analysis) can &#147;recover&#148; &#10;autistic children, but scientists say there is, at present, no &#10;cure for autism.  Which is true?  Researchers at the Lovaas Institute, developers of the ABA approach for autistic children, answer this question.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[What is Rett Syndrome?]]></title>
         <link>http://autism.about.com/od/autismterms/g/RettDefinition.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Rett Syndrome is one of the autism spectrum disorders.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Live Viruses and Autism]]></title>
         <link>http://autism.about.com/od/vaccinesandautism/a/thoughtfulhouse.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[The NIH and other mainstream research foundations make it clear that the MMR vaccine is in no way implicated in autism.  Individual researchers, such as Dr. Andrew Wakefield of Thoughtful House, disagree.  But what exactly is this alternative theory?  What are its implications?  And what might it mean to parents of children with autism?]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Autism and Teens]]></title>
         <link>http://autism.about.com/od/transitioncollegejobs/a/steward.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Robyn Steward, a young adult with autism, offers insights and advice to parents of teens on the autism spectrum.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[What Is Early Intervention?]]></title>
         <link>http://autism.about.com/od/childrenandautism/f/WhatIsEI.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Young children who may have symptoms of an autism spectrum disorder are recommended to a program called early intervention. But what is early intervention and why is it a good idea?]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Mitochondria &amp; Autism]]></title>
         <link>http://autism.about.com/od/medicalissuesandautis1/a/mitoautism.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Mitochondrial disease is a rare illness which may be related to autism. What is the relationship?  Might vaccinations contribute to autism when there is an underlying mitochondrial disorder?]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Marriage and Autistic Child]]></title>
         <link>http://autism.about.com/od/copingwithautism/a/marriage.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[No one ever said marriage was easy.  Add a child with an autism spectrum disorder or other special needs, and marriage can become downright difficult.  Drs. Robert Naseef and Cindy Ariel wrote this article to help couples address some of the toughest issues surround &quot;special needs families.&quot;]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Teach with Thomas Tank Engine]]></title>
         <link>http://autism.about.com/od/childrenandautism/tp/thomastank.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Does your child with autism love Thomas the Tank Engine?  If so, you're not alone. Here are some tips for making the most of your child's passion by harnessing Thomas's teaching power.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Autism, TV and Videos]]></title>
         <link>http://autism.about.com/od/inspirationideas/tp/TVOK.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[You know that autistic children need therapy and interaction.  Lots of interaction.  And TV, we're told, is the opposite of interaction.  But television, videos and even video games can serve many positive purposes -- both for our kids...and for us!]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Do Social Stories Work?]]></title>
         <link>http://autism.about.com/od/treatmentoptions/f/sstorieswork.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Social stories are short, carefully crafted stories written to help children (and adults) with autism to navigate specific situations. Research suggests that they really do make a difference in helping children with autism manage the challenges of daily life.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Medications for Autism]]></title>
         <link>http://autism.about.com/od/treatmentoptions/f/drugsfaq.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Drugs can't cure autism, but there are medications and drugs that can treat the symptoms of autism.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Do vaccines cause autism?]]></title>
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         <description><![CDATA[Do vaccines cause autism]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[College &amp; Autism: Tips]]></title>
         <link>http://autism.about.com/od/transitioncollegejobs/a/mjohnsontips.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[What does it take for a teen with autism to succeed in college? Maureen Johnson, Ph.D., an adult with high functioning autism, offers hints and tips from her own experience.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Ordinary Preschool &amp; Autism?]]></title>
         <link>http://autism.about.com/od/childrenandautism/f/typicalpreschoo.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Is ordinary preschool a good setting for your young child with autism? What are the pros and cons of sending a youngster with autism to an ordinary preschool?]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Parents&#039; Feelings]]></title>
         <link>http://autism.about.com/od/familyissuesandautism/f/anger.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[For parents, having a child with autism may mean anger and frustration; exhaustion; even guilt.  Even knowing that the child is not to blame, it can be terribly difficult to be consistently supportive and loving toward a child who doesn't respond.  Drs. Bob Naseef and Cindy Ariel respond with compassion and insight to a couples' fears that they are bad parents to their autistic son.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Autism, Anxiety, Nightmares]]></title>
         <link>http://autism.about.com/od/copingwithautism/f/nightmares.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Autism, anxiety and sleep disturbances often go together.  Drs. Robert Naseef and Cindy Ariel address a parent's concerns about nightmares, and offer specific advice.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Don&#039;t Let Autism Make You Nuts]]></title>
         <link>http://autism.about.com/od/inspirationideas/bb/notcrazy.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Before you drive yourself crazy over child's autism diagnosis, take a deep breath. Then read this article. You're probably doing most things right already - and there's nothing that you can't try tomorrow.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Options: Autism and School]]></title>
         <link>http://autism.about.com/od/schoolandsummer/a/edoptions.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[What are the educational options when your child with autism is ready for school? There are more than you might expect, and each has its pros and cons.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Autism - Articles]]></title>
         <link>http://autism.about.com/cs/a.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[An index of Articles for the Autism guide site.]]></description>
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         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
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         <title><![CDATA[Review: Online School Kit]]></title>
         <link>http://autism.about.com/od/autismrelatedwebsites/gr/Aspeaksschool.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Autism Speaks' School Community Tool Kit is an online resource for parents. Created with noted experts in school inclusion, it's a practical guide to managing your child's experience in the public schools.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Intelligence Tests &amp; Autism]]></title>
         <link>http://autism.about.com/od/whatisautism/a/IQTesting.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[If your autistic child was given an intelligence test, chances are it didn't do a great job of measuring his IQ. Children with autism develop and communicate differently, so practitioners should measure their intelligence with different tools.]]></description>
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         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
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         <title><![CDATA[Does My Child Have SPD?]]></title>
         <link>http://autism.about.com/od/alternativetreatmens/a/SPDdef.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[What are the symptoms of sensory processing disorder? Does my child with autism have sensory processing disorder? What kind of therapy treats sensory processing disorder?]]></description>
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         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
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         <title><![CDATA[Top Autistic Education Sites]]></title>
         <link>http://autism.about.com/od/schoolandsummer/tp/pubedsites.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[What are public schools' legal obligations to children with autism?  How do different states interpret the law?  Can you argue with your district about services?  How do you find help?  These web sites include information about all these topics and much more.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Sleeplessness and Autism]]></title>
         <link>http://autism.about.com/od/medicalissuesandautis1/f/nosleep.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Parents of children with autism often describe sleepless nights and exhaustion. But are sleep disorders really more common among children and adolescents with autism?]]></description>
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         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
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         <title><![CDATA[Tips for Handling Guilt]]></title>
         <link>http://autism.about.com/od/inspirationideas/tp/guilt.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[If you have a child on the autism spectrum, you're probably coping with guilt.  You should do more, be more, spend more, learn more.  But then again, maybe it's ok to be gentler with yourself!]]></description>
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         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
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         <title><![CDATA[Floortime Therapy &amp; Skills]]></title>
         <link>http://autism.about.com/od/developmentaltreatments/a/floortimeskills.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Floortime is an increasingly popular treatment for children with autism. How does Floortime work? Can Floortime make a difference for children with autism?]]></description>
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         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
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         <title><![CDATA[ABA for Teens and Adults?]]></title>
         <link>http://autism.about.com/od/alllaboutaba/f/ABAadults.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[When parents learn about autism treatments, they hear about &quot;early intervention&quot; for children ages five and younger.  Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA), however, like many interventions, can actually make a big difference for teens and adults as they build life and work skills.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Does SI Therapy Work?]]></title>
         <link>http://autism.about.com/od/treatmentoptions/f/doessiwork.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Does sensory integration therapy really work for children with autism? Sensory integration therapy is intended to help children with sensory processing disorders to better manage sensory input, control behaviors, and handle daily life. Does it really work?]]></description>
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         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
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         <title><![CDATA[Biomed &amp; Autism: Q&amp;A]]></title>
         <link>http://autism.about.com/od/treatmentoptions/a/DANQandA_2.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[The Autism Research Institute (ARI) was created by Dr. Bernard Rimland, one of the pioneers in autism treatment.  Dr. Rimland was also one of the creators of the DAN (Defeat Autism Now) protocol.  In this Q&amp;A, ARI staff respond to questions about their controversial biomedical treatment approach for autism spectrum disorders.]]></description>
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         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
         <dc:date>Sun, 07 Sep 2008 10:33:27</dc:date>
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         <title><![CDATA[&quot;Approved&quot; Autism Treatments]]></title>
         <link>http://autism.about.com/od/treatmentoptions/f/scienceok.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Which autism treatments are approved by the medical mainstream? The answer may surprise you. Learn more about how the research process works in general, and why it's tough to apply typical research methods to autism.]]></description>
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         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
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         <title><![CDATA[Autism Fact Sheet]]></title>
         <link>http://autism.about.com/od/whatisautism/a/NIHAutismFact.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[This fact sheet from the National Institutes of Health includes basic information about autism, its causes, diagnoses, and treatments.  ]]></description>
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         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
         <dc:date>Sun, 07 Sep 2008 10:33:27</dc:date>
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         <title><![CDATA[Older Parents, Autistic Kids?]]></title>
         <link>http://autism.about.com/od/causesofautism/f/parentage.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Are older parents more likely to have autistic children? Find out what the research says about age and parents of autistic children.]]></description>
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         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
         <dc:date>Sun, 07 Sep 2008 10:33:27</dc:date>
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         <title><![CDATA[Drama Therapy for Autism]]></title>
         <link>http://autism.about.com/od/improvingsocialskills/a/dramatherapy.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Drama therapy is an old idea, but it's a relatively new way to help people with autism build and practice social skills. ]]></description>
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         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
         <dc:date>Sun, 07 Sep 2008 10:33:27</dc:date>
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         <title><![CDATA[Son-Rise Autism Treatment]]></title>
         <link>http://autism.about.com/od/developmentaltreatments/f/Sonrise.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Son-Rise is a developmental approach to autism treatment, created by the parents of a child with autism. Son-Rise has a history of success, though it has not been validated through rigorous science-based evaluation.]]></description>
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         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
         <dc:date>Sun, 07 Sep 2008 10:33:27</dc:date>
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         <title><![CDATA[Waiting for Autism Diagnosis]]></title>
         <link>http://autism.about.com/od/diagnosingautisminkids/p/waitingfordx.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[It can take months or even years to get that critical appointment with a developmental pediatrician or other autism expert. What can you do in the meantime?]]></description>
         <guid isPermaLink="true">http://autism.about.com/od/diagnosingautisminkids/p/waitingfordx.htm</guid>
         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
         <dc:date>Sun, 07 Sep 2008 10:33:27</dc:date>
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         <title><![CDATA[How Much ABA is Enough?]]></title>
         <link>http://autism.about.com/od/alllaboutaba/f/40hours.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[According to the literature, autistic children should receive 40 hours a week of ABA (Applied Behavioral Analysis)to effectively treat autism.  Is so much therapy really necessary?  ]]></description>
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         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
         <dc:date>Sun, 07 Sep 2008 10:33:27</dc:date>
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         <title><![CDATA[ABA]]></title>
         <link>http://autism.about.com/od/autismterms/g/ABA.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Applied Behavioral Analysis, or ABA, is often prescribed as treatment for young people on the Autism spectrum.  But what is ABA?]]></description>
         <guid isPermaLink="true">http://autism.about.com/od/autismterms/g/ABA.htm</guid>
         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
         <dc:date>Sun, 07 Sep 2008 10:33:27</dc:date>
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         <title><![CDATA[Autism &amp; Selective Service]]></title>
         <link>http://autism.about.com/od/transitioncollegejobs/f/selectiveservic.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Are autistic teens required to register with selective service?]]></description>
         <guid isPermaLink="true">http://autism.about.com/od/transitioncollegejobs/f/selectiveservic.htm</guid>
         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
         <dc:date>Sun, 07 Sep 2008 10:33:27</dc:date>
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         <title><![CDATA[Wait for Autism Diagnosis?]]></title>
         <link>http://autism.about.com/od/diagnosingautisminkids/f/waitfordx.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Even infants and toddlers can show behaviors that may look like autism. These behaviors may eventually disappear -- or not. Should you have your very young child evaluated right away?]]></description>
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         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
         <dc:date>Sun, 07 Sep 2008 10:33:27</dc:date>
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         <title><![CDATA[Autism and Bullying]]></title>
         <link>http://autism.about.com/od/theautismcommunity/a/bullies_2.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Use this worksheet with your autistic child to help build an understanding of what it means to be a bully -- or a true friend!]]></description>
         <guid isPermaLink="true">http://autism.about.com/od/theautismcommunity/a/bullies_2.htm</guid>
         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
         <dc:date>Sun, 07 Sep 2008 10:33:27</dc:date>
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         <title><![CDATA[OCD and Autism]]></title>
         <link>http://autism.about.com/od/medicalissuesandautism/f/OCDFAQ.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[People with autism often engage in repetitive behaviors.   What should you do if these behaviors become problemmatic?  ]]></description>
         <guid isPermaLink="true">http://autism.about.com/od/medicalissuesandautism/f/OCDFAQ.htm</guid>
         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
         <dc:date>Sun, 07 Sep 2008 10:33:27</dc:date>
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         <title><![CDATA[Melatonin, Autism, and Sleep]]></title>
         <link>http://autism.about.com/od/medicalissuesandautis1/qt/melatonin.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Sleeplessness is not uncommon among people on the autism spectrum. Melatonin is one good tool for helping folks with autism to get to sleep and sleep through the night.]]></description>
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         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
         <dc:date>Sun, 07 Sep 2008 10:33:27</dc:date>
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         <title><![CDATA[Q&amp;A: Autism &amp; God]]></title>
         <link>http://autism.about.com/od/inspirationideas/a/StillmanQA.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Bill Stillman's book, Autism and the God Connection, has received a good deal of interest from About.com readers.  Many felt that Bill's approach to autism and spirituality struck a note with their own experience.  Here, Bill answers questions about his ideas and his writing.]]></description>
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         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
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         <title><![CDATA[Thanks to Children with Autism]]></title>
         <link>http://autism.about.com/od/inspirationideas/tp/Thanks-to-Children-with-Autism.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Why thank a child with autism?  These families answer that question in their own words. As you read, you may be surprised at the words families use to describe their children with autism.  &quot;Joyful,&quot; &quot;funny,&quot; &quot;loving&quot; - all words that reflect a depth of emotion and attachment that experts often tell us just don't exist in the world of autism. It seems that, perhaps, some of those experts were wrong. ]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[IEP for Autism]]></title>
         <link>http://autism.about.com/od/termsanddefinitions/g/IEPGlossary.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[What is an Individualized Education Program (IEP)? How can it help a child with autism?]]></description>
         <guid isPermaLink="true">http://autism.about.com/od/termsanddefinitions/g/IEPGlossary.htm</guid>
         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
         <dc:date>Sun, 07 Sep 2008 10:33:27</dc:date>
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         <title><![CDATA[OASIS Book Review]]></title>
         <link>http://autism.about.com/od/aspergerssyndrome/fr/oasisbook.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[The Oasis Guide to Asperger Syndrome by Patricia Romanowski Bashe and Barbara L. Kirby offers a broad, deep look at symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment options.  It also includes a wide range of tools for supporting your child with Asperger Syndrome as he discovers his own strengths.&#10;]]></description>
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         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
         <dc:date>Sun, 07 Sep 2008 10:33:27</dc:date>
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         <title><![CDATA[Preemies, Risk &amp; Autism]]></title>
         <link>http://autism.about.com/od/causesofautism/a/preemierisk.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Does low birth rate raise a child's risk of autism? Recent studies suggest there may be a connection. ]]></description>
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         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
         <dc:date>Sun, 07 Sep 2008 10:33:27</dc:date>
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         <title><![CDATA[Preschools for Autism]]></title>
         <link>http://autism.about.com/od/childrenandautism/f/autismpreschool.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Should your child with autism be in a special needs preschool? What kinds of preschool options are available? What are the pros and cons of each type?]]></description>
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         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
         <dc:date>Sun, 07 Sep 2008 10:33:27</dc:date>
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         <title><![CDATA[Ten Things]]></title>
         <link>http://autism.about.com/od/booksaboutautism/fr/10things.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Ellen Notbohm is now the author of two &quot;ten things&quot; books.  The first, Ten Things Every Child with Autism Wishes You Knew, has already drawn acclaim.  Ten Things Your Student with Autism Wishes You Knew is a new offering.]]></description>
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         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
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         <title><![CDATA[Getting Past the &quot;What-Ifs&quot;]]></title>
         <link>http://autism.about.com/od/inspirationideas/p/whatifs.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Nothing is more debilitating for the parent of a child with autism than self-blame and worry.  &quot;What ifs&quot; can can damage marriages, overwhelm emotions, and -- in the long run -- sour your relationship with your child.  Here are some thoughts on how to get over the what ifs.]]></description>
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         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
         <dc:date>Sun, 07 Sep 2008 10:33:27</dc:date>
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         <title><![CDATA[FAPE]]></title>
         <link>http://autism.about.com/od/faqs/g/FAPE.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[FAPE (Free and Appropriate Public Education)is a basic right for all American children.  What does FAPE mean when your child is autistic?]]></description>
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         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
         <dc:date>Sun, 07 Sep 2008 10:33:27</dc:date>
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         <title><![CDATA[Autism Spectrum Disorder]]></title>
         <link>http://autism.about.com/od/whatisautism/g/ASDlong.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[What is an Autism Spectrum Disorder?]]></description>
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         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
         <dc:date>Sun, 07 Sep 2008 10:33:27</dc:date>
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         <title><![CDATA[ABA and Emotional Skills]]></title>
         <link>http://autism.about.com/od/alllaboutaba/f/ABArobotic.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Many parents of autistic children think of ABA (Applied Behavioral Analysis) as a tool to train autistic children -- resulting in robotic behaviors and affect.  But researchers at the Lovaas Institute explain that ABA can build real emotional connections.]]></description>
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         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
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         <title><![CDATA[Speech and Autism Prognosis]]></title>
         <link>http://autism.about.com/od/whatisautism/f/prognosisspeech.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[If your child with autism isn't talking, don't worry too much. Early speech is not a good predictor of long term outcomes.]]></description>
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         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
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         <title><![CDATA[Tips for New Treatments]]></title>
         <link>http://autism.about.com/od/alternativetreatmens/a/safetytips.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[These simple tips will help minimize the and maximize the effectiveness of new and alternative treatments for autism.]]></description>
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         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
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         <title><![CDATA[Review: AS in the Classroom]]></title>
         <link>http://autism.about.com/od/booksonaspergersyndrome/gr/asinclassroom.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Asperger Syndrome in the Classroom: Advice and Strategies for Teachers by Stacey and Dion Betts and Lisa Gerber-Eckland is a handbook offering a variety of ideas, accommodations and examples for public school teachers who are charged with including children with Asperger syndrome in typical classrooms.]]></description>
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         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
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         <title><![CDATA[Coping: Stress and Autism]]></title>
         <link>http://autism.about.com/od/supportforparents/p/pyschhelp.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Parenting a child with autism is stressful. But when is the stress too much? This article, featuring advice from Robert Naseef, Ph.D., helps parents assess when they might need professional help in coping with the stress that autism brings. ]]></description>
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         <dc:subject>health</dc:subject>
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         <title><![CDATA[Find a Summer Camp]]></title>
         <link>http://autism.about.com/od/schoolandsummer/tp/camplistings.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Where can you find a summer camp for your child with autism? This article includes links to the best directories of summer camps for kids with autism and Asperger syndrome. ]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Autism Acronyms Defined]]></title>
         <link>http://autism.about.com/od/whatisautism/a/alphasoup_2.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[In this autism resource: some of the most popular autism acronyms and abbreviations and their definitions in one easy lesson!]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Dr&#039;s View of Chelation]]></title>
         <link>http://autism.about.com/od/treatmentoptions/a/notchelate.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Chelation is a controversial treatment for autism. Chelation removes metals from the body, and has been used successfully for lead poisoning. Dr. James Coplan, a developmental pediatrician, explains why chelation may be the wrong choice for treating autism in children.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Safety &amp; the Autistic Runaway]]></title>
         <link>http://autism.about.com/od/theautismcommunity/p/runawaylotech.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[An autistic runaway is extraordinarily vulnerable. And it's not unusual for people with autism to bolt - often for no obvious reason. How can parents and caregivers increase safety for would-be autistic runaways?]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[After the Diagnosis - Breathe!]]></title>
         <link>http://autism.about.com/od/newtoautism/p/dontdothis.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[When your child is diagnosed with autism, you may feel you need to learn everything, do everything, and pay for everything - right now. But before you plunge in, take a moment to read this article!]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[My Child Need More Friends?]]></title>
         <link>http://autism.about.com/od/copingwithautism/f/fewfriends.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Some parents with children on the autism spectrum are naturally social people. They grew up with lots of friends, and it hurts to see their child alone or hanging out with just one other person. Drs. Robert Naseef and Cindy Ariel discuss what social life might look like for a child on the autism spectrum.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Give Autistic Teen Space?]]></title>
         <link>http://autism.about.com/od/copingwithautism/f/lettinggo.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[When a child with autism is young, parents are encouraged to build a team, make playdates and support every step of development. Then, suddenly, their children are teens. How much parent involvement is appropriate?  Drs. Robert Naseef and Cindy Ariel, family psychologists, offer insight and advice.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Preparing for Transitions]]></title>
         <link>http://autism.about.com/od/childrenandautism/a/transitionadvic.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[If your child with autism melts down when he transitions from one activity to another, he's not alone! Here are words of advice on handling transitions from fellow readers of Autism.About.Com.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Auditory Integration Training]]></title>
         <link>http://autism.about.com/od/alternativetreatmens/a/AITOverview.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Auditory integration training (AIT) is a therapy intended to improve the symptoms of autism. Some practitioners have even claimed to cure autism using AIT. What is AIT for autism? Does it really work?]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Review: Goosie Cards]]></title>
         <link>http://autism.about.com/od/autismproductsguide/gr/goosiecards.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Goosie Cards are large, laminated, captioned photos. They have a variety of uses for children with autism, and best of all they can be personalized.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Book Review: More Than Words]]></title>
         <link>http://autism.about.com/od/booksabouttreatingautism/gr/morethanwords.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[More Than Words by Fern Sussman is a an absolutely top-notch tool for parents interested in helping their children with autism to communicate. It's produced by the Hanen Early Language Program which is based on Toronto, Canada.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Vacations and Autism]]></title>
         <link>http://autism.about.com/od/copingwithautism/ht/vacationstep.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Vacationing with a person on the autism spectrum can be challenge -- or a treat.  This step by step guide offers some guidance for putting the fun back into summer vacation.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Balancing Sibling Needs]]></title>
         <link>http://autism.about.com/od/faqs/f/typicalsibling.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Children with autism need an enormous amount of time and energy.  But so do their typically developing siblings.  Here are some thoughts from psychologists Bob Naseef and Cindy Ariel on how to balance the needs of young people on and off the autism spectrum.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Drugs for Autistic Behaviors?]]></title>
         <link>http://autism.about.com/od/medicalissuesandautis1/f/drugsornot.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Psychiatrists often prescribe drugs to control tantrums and other behaviors that may go along with autism. Are drugs a good choice for controlling behaviors? Drs. Robert Naseef and Cindy Ariel offer insights into the role drugs can play in helping people with autism to control anger and frustration.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Can I Cure My Child&#039;s Autism?]]></title>
         <link>http://autism.about.com/od/whatisautism/f/prognosis.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[There are plenty of autism treatments that claim they can cure or &quot;recover&quot; your child with autism. But what is the real likelihood of a cure?]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Autism &amp; Family Support]]></title>
         <link>http://autism.about.com/od/faqs/f/familysupport.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[When you or your child is diagnosed with an autism spectrum disorder, your family may not offer the support you need.  They may deny the diagnosis or even place the blame on you.  Family therapist Dr. Cindy Ariel offers advice on this issue.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Find Support for Your Family]]></title>
         <link>http://autism.about.com/od/copingwithautism/f/isolationadvice.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[After their child is diagnosed on the autism spectrum, parents may feel isolated from the world.  Instead of taking part in typical parent-child activities, they're managing therapy.  Drs. Naseef and Ariel offer practical suggestions on how to find support and cope.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[How to Find a Preschool]]></title>
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         <description><![CDATA[If your young child has been diagnosed with an autism spectrum disorder, you may be in the market for a great preschool setting.  Here's a step-by-step guide to deciding what type of setting is best for your child, and finding the school that meets her needs.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Q&amp;A: Son-Rise &amp; Autism]]></title>
         <link>http://autism.about.com/od/developmentaltreatments/a/qasonrise.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[The Son-Rise treatment for autism is based on the experience of the Kaufman family who developed the Son-Rise treatment for their autistic son, Raun. Raun, now the CEO of the Autism Treatment Center and Options Institute, answers questions about the Son-Rise treatment program.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[No Child Left Behind &amp; Autism]]></title>
         <link>http://autism.about.com/od/termsanddefinitions/g/nclb.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[What is the No Child Left Behind Education Act, and how does it impact children on the autism spectrum?]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Preschool for Autism?]]></title>
         <link>http://autism.about.com/od/childrenandautism/f/homepreschooler.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Should my child with autism go to preschool?  Is a home-based program best for a preschooler with autism? What are the pros and cons of staying at home with a preschooler on the autism spectrum?]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Research: Heredity &amp; Autism]]></title>
         <link>http://autism.about.com/od/causesofautism/a/oldparents.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[A new research study suggests that spontaneous genetic mutations caused, in part, by older parents, may play an important role in the autism epidemic. The research study also suggests that a genetic test for &quot;carrier&quot; parents may become available soon. Researcher Dr. Kenny Ye explains his group's findings in detail.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Autism and the IEP]]></title>
         <link>http://autism.about.com/od/autismandthelaw/a/DoEdIEP.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Individualized Educational Plans are legal documents that define your child's special education experience.  This overview from the Department of Education is a good starting place for parents of children with autism about to enter the public school planning process.  ]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Facilitated Communication]]></title>
         <link>http://autism.about.com/od/alternativetreatmens/a/FC.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Facilitated communication (FC) is a highly controversial technique for helping non-verbal individuals with autism and similar disabilities to &quot;talk.&quot; Does FC really work? ]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Rapid Prompting Method]]></title>
         <link>http://autism.about.com/od/alternativetreatmens/f/rpm.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[The Rapid Prompting Method, developed by Soma Mukhopadhyay, is a tool for reaching, teaching and communicating with non-verbal people on the autism spectrum. There is no research to support or refute its usefulness -- and some claim that it's nothing short of miraculous. ]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Is there a cure for autism?]]></title>
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         <description><![CDATA[Is there a cure for autism?]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Medical View of GFCF Diets]]></title>
         <link>http://autism.about.com/od/alternativetreatmens/f/medGFCF.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Many websites and some doctors recommend that children with autism eliminate wheat (gluten) and cassein (milk products) from their diets. Do these diets really make a difference? Who should try them?]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Review: Blessed with Autism]]></title>
         <link>http://autism.about.com/od/autismproductsguide/gr/blessedautism.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Need hints and tips for getting your health insurance to cover treatments for autism? Christina Peck has compiled insider information that may help you save money, time and aggravation.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[What Is a NOREP?]]></title>
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         <description><![CDATA[In the world of special education, the letters NOREP stand for Notice of Recommended Educational Placement.  What is a NOREP?  When is it produced?  Who produces it?  Must parents agree?  ]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Vaccines Mitochondrial Disease]]></title>
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         <description><![CDATA[Mitochondrial disease may be associated with some cases of autism.  Do vaccines play a role?]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Dads and Autistic Children]]></title>
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         <description><![CDATA[In many families with autistic children, the mother becomes the primary researcher, in-home therapist, support-seeker, manager, record-keeper and more.  How can fathers become more involved in their autistic children's lives?]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Planning for Transition]]></title>
         <link>http://autism.about.com/od/transitioncollegejobs/f/plantransition.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[How should parents start planning for their autistic child's transition from school to adulthood?  Here is an overview from Dr. Peter Gerhardt, President of the Organization for Autism Research and expert in issues of adolescents and adults with Autism Spectrum Disorders.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Depression &amp; Autism Moms]]></title>
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         <description><![CDATA[If you're the mother of a child with autism, you may be at risk of depression. If you're down, you're not alone.  Luckily, there are tools to help you cope!]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[CD Review: Healthy Smile]]></title>
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         <description><![CDATA[&quot;My Healthy Smile&quot; is a CD created by the Fraser Child and Family Center in Minneapolis. It's a set of visual social stories, parent tools and professional tip sheets to improve oral health and dental experiences for people with autism.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Choosing a DAN! Doctor]]></title>
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         <description><![CDATA[DAN doctors offer biomedical treatments, such as special diets, supplements, and chelation, for children with autism. Because their training is sketchy, it's important to choose your DAN doctor wisely.]]></description>
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